## Overview

Ochoco Forest Camp is nestled in the Ochoco Mountain range near the 6,926-foot
Lookout Mountain, which is known for its unusual rock formations. The pavilion
offers a large group picnic area and several campsites. A small meadow and
group fire ring with BBQ is popular for weddings and family reunions. Wild
horses are sometimes seen near the camp and surrounding area.

## Recreation

The shelter is close to the Lookout Mountain Trail, which climbs to the top of
the mountain and offers terrific views of the Cascades and meadow wildflowers
in the spring. This trail is open to hikers, mountain bikers and horse riders.
However, horses are not allowed at the pavilion and campground. Anglers can
also go fishing for trout in nearby Walton Lake.

## Facilities

The shelter is close to the Lookout Mountain Trail, which climbs to the top of
the mountain and offers terrific views of the Cascades and meadow wildflowers
in the spring. This trail is open to hikers, mountain bikers and horse riders.
However, horses are not allowed at the pavilion and campground. Anglers can
also go fishing for trout in nearby Walton Lake.

## Natural Features

Much of the area is dominated by old-growth Ponderosa pine. Wildlife include
Rocky Mountain elk and mule deer, as well as several bird species that include
white-headed woodpecker, belted kingfisher, spotted sandpiper, cinnamon teal,
American coot, Steller's jay, yellow-headed blackbird and Brewer's blackbird.
Wild horses are commonly seen in the area. Excellent hiking, mt biking, and
horse riding is available on the trails nearby.

## Nearby Attractions

Walton Lake offers a variety of activities for day-use visitors. There is a
swimming beach, fishing pier and boat ramp, and the lake is stocked with
rainbow trout. There is exellent trail hiking and mt. biking at Lookout Mt and
Round Mt. trails.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Ochoco Forest Camp is nestled in the Ochoco Mountain range near the 6,926-foot Lookout Mountain, which is known for its unusual rock formations. The pavilion offers a large group picnic area and several campsites. A small meadow and group fire ring with BBQ is popular for weddings and family reunions. Wild horses are sometimes seen near the camp and surrounding area.  </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The shelter is close to the Lookout Mountain Trail, which climbs to the top of the mountain and offers terrific views of the Cascades and meadow wildflowers in the spring. This trail is open to hikers, mountain bikers and horse riders. However, horses are not allowed at the pavilion and campground. Anglers can also go fishing for trout in nearby Walton Lake.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The shelter is close to the Lookout Mountain Trail, which climbs to the top of the mountain and offers terrific views of the Cascades and meadow wildflowers in the spring. This trail is open to hikers, mountain bikers and horse riders. However, horses are not allowed at the pavilion and campground. Anglers can also go fishing for trout in nearby Walton Lake.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Much of the area is dominated by old-growth Ponderosa pine. Wildlife include Rocky Mountain elk and mule deer, as well as several bird species that include white-headed woodpecker, belted kingfisher, spotted sandpiper, cinnamon teal, American coot, Steller's jay, yellow-headed blackbird and Brewer's blackbird. Wild horses are commonly seen in the area. Excellent hiking, mt biking, and horse riding is available on the trails nearby. </p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Walton Lake offers a variety of activities for day-use visitors. There is a swimming beach, fishing pier and boat ramp, and the lake is stocked with rainbow trout. There is exellent trail hiking and mt. biking at Lookout Mt and Round Mt. trails. </p>

Ochoco Mountains

Ochoco Forest Camp

## Overview

Ochoco Ranger Station was established in 1906 as part of the Western Division
of the Blue Mountain Forest Reserves. By 1911, Ochoco Ranger Station was part
of one of seven ranger districts on the newly formed Ochoco National Forest.
The site quickly grew from a single office/residence building to a compound
with an office, residence, storage building and barn. This house was
constructed in 1940 specifically for the district ranger by the Civilian
Conservation Corps and the US Forest Service. It showcases the rustic
architectural styles common to this era. The scenic location of the Ochoco
Ranger Rental offers easy access to Walton Lake, Big Summit Prairie and much
of the Ochoco National Forest. This rental allows visitors to enjoy all the
comforts of home in a beautiful, natural setting. This cabin is not available
the first Wednesday of each month for water testing, cleaning and maintenance.

## Recreation

This house is a year-round rental, allowing visitors to participate in summer
or winter recreation. The 8-mile Lookout Mountain Trail #804 begins at Ochoco
Ranger Station and takes hikers to the top of Lookout Mountain. Nearby Walton
Lake, a developed recreation site, is located about 7 miles northeast of
Ochoco Ranger Station and offers an easy hike around the lake that also
connects with the more difficult Round Mountain Trail. Walton Lake offers the
opportunity to fish, swim or paddle. Winter enthusiasts can enjoy Walton Sno-
Park, located just past Walton Lake, which offers cross-country ski trails and
snowmobile routes.

## Facilities

This house is a year-round rental, allowing visitors to participate in summer
or winter recreation. The 8-mile Lookout Mountain Trail #804 begins at Ochoco
Ranger Station and takes hikers to the top of Lookout Mountain. Nearby Walton
Lake, a developed recreation site, is located about 7 miles northeast of
Ochoco Ranger Station and offers an easy hike around the lake that also
connects with the more difficult Round Mountain Trail. Walton Lake offers the
opportunity to fish, swim or paddle. Winter enthusiasts can enjoy Walton Sno-
Park, located just past Walton Lake, which offers cross-country ski trails and
snowmobile routes.

## Natural Features

Nestled under big ponderosa pine, the house is situated in upper Ochoco Valley
and surrounded by the Ochoco Mountain range. The highest peak in this range is
Lookout Mountain, at 6,900 feet, which is near the house. The Ochoco Mountain
range is known for its unusual rock formations. Visitors to this area may be
lucky enough to see wild free-roaming horses. Other wildlife around the forest
include squirrels, chipmunks, antelope, deer, elk, hawks, osprey, eagles and
great horned owls.

## Nearby Attractions

Walton Lake, Lookout Mt. trails, Big Summit Prairie

## Charges & Cancellations

In order to allow for maximum use of the facilities, a cancellation policy has
been put in place to encourage customers to make any cancellations as soon as
possible so that others may reserve and enjoy the unoccupied facility.
Reservation fees are refundable on a pro-rated scale as outlined below. > 100%
refund of reservation fees, when cancelled 31 days or more, prior to your
arrival date* > 50% refund of reservation fees, when cancelled 15 to 30 days,
prior to your arrival date* > No refund when cancelled 14 days or less, prior
to your arrival date > If a customer arrives at a facility and decides to
leave early, the days not used are not refunded * A $10.00 cancellation fee
will be deducted from the amount of the refund given the customer

<h2>Overview</h2>
Ochoco Ranger Station was established in 1906 as part of the Western Division of the Blue Mountain Forest Reserves. By 1911, Ochoco Ranger Station was part of one of seven ranger districts on the newly formed Ochoco National Forest. The site quickly grew from a single office/residence building to a compound with an office, residence, storage building and barn. This house was constructed in 1940 specifically for the district ranger by the Civilian Conservation Corps and the US Forest Service. It showcases the rustic architectural styles common to this era.  

The scenic location of the Ochoco Ranger Rental offers easy access to Walton Lake, Big Summit Prairie and much of the Ochoco National Forest. This rental allows visitors to enjoy all the comforts of home in a beautiful, natural setting. This cabin is not available the first Wednesday of each month for water testing, cleaning and maintenance. <h2>Recreation</h2>
This house is a year-round rental, allowing visitors to participate in summer or winter recreation. The 8-mile Lookout Mountain Trail #804 begins at Ochoco Ranger Station and takes hikers to the top of Lookout Mountain.  

Nearby Walton Lake, a developed recreation site, is located about 7 miles northeast of Ochoco Ranger Station and offers an easy hike around the lake that also connects with the more difficult Round Mountain Trail. Walton Lake offers the opportunity to fish, swim or paddle.  

Winter enthusiasts can enjoy Walton Sno-Park, located just past Walton Lake, which offers cross-country ski trails and snowmobile routes. <h2>Facilities</h2>
This house is a year-round rental, allowing visitors to participate in summer or winter recreation. The 8-mile Lookout Mountain Trail #804 begins at Ochoco Ranger Station and takes hikers to the top of Lookout Mountain.  

Nearby Walton Lake, a developed recreation site, is located about 7 miles northeast of Ochoco Ranger Station and offers an easy hike around the lake that also connects with the more difficult Round Mountain Trail. Walton Lake offers the opportunity to fish, swim or paddle.  

Winter enthusiasts can enjoy Walton Sno-Park, located just past Walton Lake, which offers cross-country ski trails and snowmobile routes. <h2>Natural Features</h2>
Nestled under big ponderosa pine, the house is situated in upper Ochoco Valley and surrounded by the Ochoco Mountain range. The highest peak in this range is Lookout Mountain, at 6,900 feet, which is near the house. The Ochoco Mountain range is known for its unusual rock formations.   

Visitors to this area may be lucky enough to see wild free-roaming horses. Other wildlife around the forest include squirrels, chipmunks, antelope, deer, elk, hawks, osprey, eagles and great horned owls.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Walton Lake, Lookout Mt. trails, Big Summit Prairie<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
In order to allow for maximum use of the facilities, a cancellation policy has been put in place to encourage customers to make any cancellations as soon as possible so that others may reserve and enjoy the unoccupied facility. Reservation fees are refundable on a pro-rated scale as outlined below. 

>  100% refund of reservation fees, when cancelled 31 days or more, prior to your arrival date*
>  50% refund of reservation fees, when cancelled 15 to 30 days, prior to your arrival date*
>  No refund when cancelled 14 days or less, prior to your arrival date
>  If a customer arrives at a facility and decides to leave early, the days not used are not refunded

* A $10.00 cancellation fee will be deducted from the amount of the refund given the customer

Couch and love seat in wood paneled living room.

OCHOCO RANGER RENTAL

Ochoco Ranger Rental

## Overview

Walton Lake Campground may be the best-known location in the Ochoco National
Forest, offering a serene setting among old-growth Ponderosa pine and mountain
meadows. Most sites offer sweeping lake views.

## Recreation

Visitors can choose to spend their vacation relaxing by fishing on the shore
of Walton Lake, or swimming and paddling in the water. There is a swimming
beach, fishing pier and boat ramp for small self powered craft, and the lake
is stocked with rainbow trout.  
There are also many trails nearby for those who would like to explore on foot
or mountain bike. This includes the 7.5-mile multi-use Round Mountain Trail as
well as the 1-mile Walton Lake Trail, which offers many scenic views around
the lake.

## Facilities

Visitors can choose to spend their vacation relaxing by fishing on the shore
of Walton Lake, or swimming and paddling in the water. There is a swimming
beach, fishing pier and boat ramp for small self powered craft, and the lake
is stocked with rainbow trout.  
There are also many trails nearby for those who would like to explore on foot
or mountain bike. This includes the 7.5-mile multi-use Round Mountain Trail as
well as the 1-mile Walton Lake Trail, which offers many scenic views around
the lake.

## Natural Features

Walton Lake is a blue sparkling jewel hidden within the dense forest. A small
dam impounds spring-fed water that seeps from surrounding sloped meadows.
Fishing is a favorite activity while hiking is very popular as is simply
enjoying a picnic at the lake.  
Aspen and tall willows add habitat diversity to make this place especially
attractive to wildlife. This is a place to find white-headed woodpecker,
belted kingfisher, spotted sandpiper, cinnamon teal, American coot, Steller's
jay, yellow-headed blackbird and Brewer's blackbird.  
  

## Nearby Attractions

For visitors seeking a bit of civilization, the city of Prineville is nearby.
There are opportunities to shop, dine out, golf, attend events and visit the
localmuseum. For those wanting to explore the Ochoco National Forest, Lookout
Mt and Round Mt are great places to hike and Mt bike. Wild flowers are
abundant at the Big Summit Prairie where occasional antelope, elk and deer are
sometimes seen.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Walton Lake Campground may be the best-known location in the Ochoco National Forest, offering a serene setting among old-growth Ponderosa pine and mountain meadows. Most
sites offer sweeping lake views.<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Visitors can choose to spend their vacation relaxing by fishing on the shore of Walton Lake, or swimming and paddling in the water. There is a swimming beach, fishing pier and boat ramp for small self powered craft, and the lake is stocked with rainbow trout.<br>There are also many trails nearby for those who would like to explore on foot or mountain bike. This includes the 7.5-mile multi-use Round Mountain Trail as well as the 1-mile Walton Lake Trail, which offers many scenic views around the lake.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Visitors can choose to spend their vacation relaxing by fishing on the shore of Walton Lake, or swimming and paddling in the water. There is a swimming beach, fishing pier and boat ramp for small self powered craft, and the lake is stocked with rainbow trout.<br>There are also many trails nearby for those who would like to explore on foot or mountain bike. This includes the 7.5-mile multi-use Round Mountain Trail as well as the 1-mile Walton Lake Trail, which offers many scenic views around the lake.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Walton Lake is a blue sparkling jewel hidden within the dense forest. A small dam impounds spring-fed water that seeps from surrounding sloped meadows. Fishing is a favorite activity while hiking is very popular as is simply enjoying a picnic at the lake.<br>Aspen and tall willows add habitat diversity to make this place especially attractive to wildlife. This is a place to find white-headed woodpecker, belted kingfisher, spotted sandpiper, cinnamon teal, American coot, Steller's jay, yellow-headed blackbird and Brewer's blackbird. <br><br></p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>For visitors seeking a bit of civilization, the city of Prineville is nearby. There are opportunities to shop, dine out, golf, attend events and visit the localmuseum. For those wanting to explore the Ochoco National Forest, Lookout Mt and Round Mt are great places to hike and Mt bike. Wild flowers are abundant at the Big Summit Prairie where occasional antelope, elk and deer are sometimes seen. </p>

Popular fishing for all ages and abilities

Accessible fishing and pathways are enjoyed by all

Enjoy Walton Lake

Walton Lake day use

Day Use sites are available for you

Walton Lake

Options to tent camp near the lake

RV camping site

## Overview

The Ochoco Divide Group Site is a convenient place to camp while traveling
across scenic State Highway 26 by bicycle or car. Resting at the top of the
Ochoco Divide at an elevation of 4,700 ft., the group site is set on a hill
away from the road as an extension of the general campground. Summertime in
the Ochoco National Forest brings pleasant temperatures; the campground is
closed during winter.

## Recreation

The group site of the Ochoco Divide Campground is mainly used by touring
cyclists. It is also a good place to take a relaxing stroll through the woods.
There are opportunities for hunting, mountain biking and hiking in the
national forest surrounding the facility. Several trailheads begin at the
Bandit Springs rest stop about one mile from the campground on Highway 26.

## Facilities

The group site of the Ochoco Divide Campground is mainly used by touring
cyclists. It is also a good place to take a relaxing stroll through the woods.
There are opportunities for hunting, mountain biking and hiking in the
national forest surrounding the facility. Several trailheads begin at the
Bandit Springs rest stop about one mile from the campground on Highway 26.

## Natural Features

The scenery surrounding the campground alternates between thick Ponderosa pine
forests and grassy meadows, though shortly beyond the campground the road
descends into lower-elevation, arid canyon lands.  
  
One of the most unique geologic features of the Ochoco National Forest is the
'thunder egg,' Oregon's official state rock. Thunder eggs are small, colorful,
round volcanic rocks similar to geodes that have been exposed over time. The
U.S. Forest Service has designated specific sites for rock hounding.

## Nearby Attractions

John Day Fossil Beds National Monument is less than an hour away. Hike amongst
the Painted Hills and famed fossils, take a journey through time at the museum
at Sheep Rock or picnic beneath the beautiful mountain scenery.  
  
John Day Fossil Beds National Monument

<h2>Overview</h2>
The Ochoco Divide Group Site is a convenient place to camp while traveling across scenic State Highway 26 by bicycle or car. Resting at the top of the Ochoco Divide at an elevation of 4,700 ft., the group site is set on a hill away from the road as an extension of the general campground. Summertime in the Ochoco National Forest brings pleasant temperatures; the campground is closed during winter.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The group site of the Ochoco Divide Campground is mainly used by touring cyclists. It is also a good place to take a relaxing stroll through the woods. There are opportunities for hunting, mountain biking and hiking in the national forest surrounding the facility. Several trailheads begin at the Bandit Springs rest stop about one mile from the campground on Highway 26.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The group site of the Ochoco Divide Campground is mainly used by touring cyclists. It is also a good place to take a relaxing stroll through the woods. There are opportunities for hunting, mountain biking and hiking in the national forest surrounding the facility. Several trailheads begin at the Bandit Springs rest stop about one mile from the campground on Highway 26.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The scenery surrounding the campground alternates between thick Ponderosa pine forests and grassy meadows, though shortly beyond the campground the road descends into lower-elevation, arid canyon lands. <br/><br/>One of the most unique geologic features of the Ochoco National Forest is the 'thunder egg,' Oregon's official state rock. Thunder eggs are small, colorful, round volcanic rocks similar to geodes that have been exposed over time. The U.S. Forest Service has designated specific sites for rock hounding.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
John Day Fossil Beds National Monument is less than an hour away. Hike amongst the Painted Hills and famed fossils, take a journey through time at the museum at Sheep Rock or picnic beneath the beautiful mountain scenery.
<br/><br/>
<a href="http://www.nps.gov/joda/index.htm" rel="nofollow">John Day Fossil Beds National Monument</a>

Campground Sign

OCHOCO DIVIDE Campground

GROUP SITE

OCHOCO DIVIDE GROUP SITE

Ochoco Divide Group Site

## Overview

Cold Springs Guard Station, constructed in 1934, is a historic site tucked
into the Ochoco National Forest. It served a special role as the switchboard
station connecting phone calls between various fire lookouts and guard
stations during the summer months, as well as housing for the fire guard and
his family. The current cabin replaced an earlier one that was destroyed by
fire. Cold Springs Guard Station continued to be used by Forest Service
employees into the 1990s, and remnants of its past can still be seen today.
This is the perfect destination for guests wanting the creature comforts of a
home while in a rustic, natural setting. This cabin is can be reserved from
mid-May through mid-October, and it accommodates up to eight people. This
cabin is not available the first Tuesday of each month for water testing,
cleaning and maintenance.

## Recreation

Wildlife watching and wildflower viewing are the primary recreational
activities in this area. Nearby activities include mountain biking, road
biking, hiking, fishing and hunting. There is a horseshoe pit outside the
cabin.

## Facilities

Wildlife watching and wildflower viewing are the primary recreational
activities in this area. Nearby activities include mountain biking, road
biking, hiking, fishing and hunting. There is a horseshoe pit outside the
cabin.

## Natural Features

Several bands of wild free-roaming horses live in the Ochoco National Forest.
Visitors can learn more about these horses from a Forest Service interpretive
sign on Forest Service Road 42 on the way to the cabin. Other wildlife in the
area includes squirrels, chipmunks, antelope, deer, elk, geese, hawks, osprey,
eagles, sandhill cranes and great horned owls. Cold Spring Guard Station is
located in an upland meadow near Big Summit Prairie, an area known for
colorful wildflower displays that include wild parsley, bitterroot, cobalt
blue meadow larkspur, Peck's mariposa lily and brilliant red Indian
paintbrush. There are other plants that add beauty to this serene location,
the most prominent being sagebrush and old-growth ponderosa pine. Quaking
aspen mixes with the pines in the area surrounding the cabin.

## Nearby Attractions

Walton Lake, Lookout Mt. trails, Big Summit Prairie, Mt. Pisgah, and Bridge
Creek Wilderness.

## Charges & Cancellations

In order to allow for maximum use of the facilities, a cancellation policy has
been put in place to encourage customers to make any cancellations as soon as
possible so that others may reserve and enjoy the unoccupied facility.
Reservation fees are refundable on a pro-rated scale as outlined below. > 100%
refund of reservation fees when cancelled 31 days or more, prior to your
arrival date* > 50% refund of reservation fees when cancelled 15 to 30 days,
prior to your arrival date* > No refund when cancelled 14 days or less, prior
to your arrival date > If a customer arrives at a facility and decides to
leave early, the days not used are not refunded * A $10.00 cancellation fee
will be deducted from the amount of the refund given the customer

<h2>Overview</h2>
Cold Springs Guard Station, constructed in 1934, is a historic site tucked into the Ochoco National Forest. It served a special role as the switchboard station 
connecting phone calls between various fire lookouts and guard stations during the summer months, as well as housing for the fire guard and his family. The current cabin replaced an earlier one that was destroyed by fire. Cold Springs Guard Station continued to be used by Forest Service employees into the 1990s, and remnants of its past can still be seen today.  

This is the perfect destination for guests wanting the creature comforts of a home while in a rustic, natural setting. This cabin is can be reserved from mid-May 
through mid-October, and it accommodates up to eight people. This cabin is not available the first Tuesday of each month for water testing, cleaning and maintenance.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Wildlife watching and wildflower viewing are the primary recreational activities in this area. Nearby activities include mountain biking, road biking, hiking, fishing 
and hunting. There is a horseshoe pit outside the cabin.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Wildlife watching and wildflower viewing are the primary recreational activities in this area. Nearby activities include mountain biking, road biking, hiking, fishing 
and hunting. There is a horseshoe pit outside the cabin.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Several bands of wild free-roaming horses live in the Ochoco National Forest. Visitors can learn more about these horses from a Forest Service interpretive sign on Forest Service Road 42 on the way to the cabin. Other wildlife in the area includes squirrels, chipmunks, antelope, deer, elk, geese, hawks, osprey, eagles, sandhill cranes and great horned owls.  

Cold Spring Guard Station is located in an upland meadow near Big Summit Prairie, an area known for colorful wildflower displays that include wild parsley, bitterroot, cobalt blue meadow larkspur, Peck's mariposa lily and brilliant red Indian paintbrush. There are other plants that add beauty to this serene location, the most prominent being sagebrush and old-growth ponderosa pine. Quaking aspen mixes with the pines in the area surrounding the cabin.  
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Walton Lake, Lookout Mt. trails, Big Summit Prairie, Mt. Pisgah, and Bridge Creek Wilderness.</p>
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
In order to allow for maximum use of the facilities, a cancellation policy has been put in place to encourage customers to make any cancellations as soon as possible so that others may reserve and enjoy the unoccupied facility. Reservation fees are refundable on a pro-rated scale as outlined below.

>  100% refund of reservation fees when cancelled 31 days or more, prior to your arrival date*
>  50% refund of reservation fees when cancelled 15 to 30 days, prior to your arrival date*
>  No refund when cancelled 14 days or less, prior to your arrival date
>  If a customer arrives at a facility and decides to leave early, the days not used are not refunded

* A $10.00 cancellation fee will be deducted from the amount of the refund given the customer

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