About Macks Creek Campground
Number of accommodations: 14
Campground Amenities
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Beach Access -
Pet Friendly
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (97)
What Guests Are Saying
Macks Creek Campground offers beautiful lake views, clean and well-maintained facilities, and a friendly camp host that enhances the camping experience. Many visitors appreciate the campground's proximity to Boise, making it a convenient getaway for families. While some guests experienced issues with noise and a few conflicts with the camp host, the overall atmosphere is peaceful, and the site is praised for its natural beauty and amenities.
What Guests Are Saying
Macks Creek Campground offers beautiful lake views, clean and well-maintained facilities, and a friendly camp host that enhances the camping experience. Many visitors appreciate the campground's proximity to Boise, making it a convenient getaway for families. While some guests experienced issues with noise and a few conflicts with the camp host, the overall atmosphere is peaceful, and the site is praised for its natural beauty and amenities.
Review Summary
Ira B
VerifiedDecember 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: Tent Area
Nice spots on the lake.
Jeffrey B
VerifiedOctober 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: RV Area
The campground was clean, well organized. Beautiful views of the reservoir. Minimal road noise even though it is just above the highway.
DeEtte H
VerifiedSeptember 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: Tent Area
Great time at Macks Creek. The rangers that checked in us were wonderful. The water was extremely low so my grandkids had tons of beach to play in. Very clean and well maintained. Great experience
Jolene S
VerifiedSeptember 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: Tent Area
I had been unaware of this small campground only 30 mints from Boise. I usually drive an hour or more for camping, but decided on this one since my daughter is pregnant. We had a super time there. It was a Thursday evening so there were very few site occupied. It's a perfect place for a family get-together, so close to town that my kids who have to work could just come out for a night.
Kelly D. F
VerifiedSeptember 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: RV Area
Great sneak-away from the City. Gets real calm.
I'd use it if it was open longer.
Be Safe!
Dale J
VerifiedSeptember 4, 2025 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: Tent Area
Arrived September 1st. A nice little spot that’s conveniently located a mere 30 minutes from Boise. We had the unfortunate luck of multiple 100 degree days which made it brutally hot with very little breeze.
Also pay attention to the Lucky Peak Lake drawdown notifications. The lake drops significantly in just two weeks and water access recedes hundreds of feet from camp vs right at your doorstep during July and early August. Best to stick to natural lakes vs managed reservoirs this late in the season.
Sonya K
VerifiedSeptember 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: Tent Area
Great area, lots of shade.
Sonya K
VerifiedSeptember 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: Tent Area
Great area to camp just outside Boise.
Dianne K
VerifiedAugust 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: Tent Area
We have enjoyed several trips to Mack’s Creek this summer. A few with family and some with friends.
Generally we go to the kids beach because of our grandchildren. This last trip with my friend was on the other side. I’m so impressed with the stairs! Didn’t know they were there. Thank you for making it much safer for us.
Janette K
VerifiedAugust 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: Tent Area
Always a wonderful location. I love that most sites have shade through out the day. I love that there is a launch ramp. I love that the water is right there and is a quiet part of the lake. I do wish some signs for hikes and trails were more visible. i enjoy a nice walk to the dam but would like markings to hike in the hills.
Bathrooms stay fairly clean.
Location Macks Creek Campground
Address:
400 Arrowrock Road
Boise, ID, 83709
United States
Latitude & Longitude: 43.6103 / -115.938
Elevation: 945 feet
Policies & Rules
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| General |
Advance reservations are required for all sites. |
| General |
Check-out time is 11:00 am and check-in time is Noon. Upon checkout, reservation holders are expected to depart Macks Creek Campground. Lingering Day Use activities and late departures from the campground are not permitted. |
| General |
CHECK IN: Upon arrival, campers should check in with the camp host. If the host is unavailable, please keep your electronic reservation confirmation handy for verification by Park Rangers on patrol. All visitors may be asked to show ID and/or proof of reservation upon check-in. Site reservations cannot be transferred upon arrival. |
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LATE ARRIVAL. Please phone the Lake Office at (208) 343-0671 to notify park staff of your late arrival. You may also leave a message for the Camp Host and Park Rangers at (208) 455-4281, who will check this voicemail before releasing No-Show sites. Failure to appear at a reserved campsite in the first 24 hours will result in the release of that site with additional charges applying. |
| General |
CHECK OUT: Checkout time is 11 AM. Upon checkout, reservation holders are expected to depart Macks Creek Campground. Lingering Day Use activities and late departures from the campground are not permitted. If you have reserved the campsite with the intention to leave in the evening do not intend to return for the remainder of your reservation, please notify the host, park staff, or Lake Office so we may open up the campsite upon your departure for future use. |
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Parking is extremely limited. To ensure all reserved campers are accomodated, please see individual site notes for the maximum number of people allowed in each site. If your group is larger, reserve additional sites. Sites 1-5 park within their site or nearby unassigned areas. Site 6 has three assigned parking stalls. Sites 7, 8, 11 and 12 have two assigned parking stalls each, Group Site 9 has four parking stalls, and Sites 13-15 have one parking stall each (but are located near a large unassigned shoulder parking area). |
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Docks are shared and not assigned to sites. |
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Unreserved Day Use is NOT permitted May-Sept. The campground is reservation only May-September and closed to vehicle traffic the remainder of the year. Due to the limited amount of space available and parking, unreserved day use is not allowed. The rest of the lake is open to day use and nearby attractions are- Arrowrock Dam, 5-mile, Naked Rock, and Spring Shores Marina. |
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Macks Creek Campground is a high demand area. If you do not intend to use your reservation, ensure cancellation is prompt so we may open up the sites to people who wish to use the site. No-show fees will apply after 24 hours. |
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Verizon LTE is available at the Camp Host site. The nearest other cellular service is T-Mobile (three miles away at Mile Marker 1 of Arrowrock Road). An emergency phone pedestal is also located near the Camp Host site to report emergencies and make free local calls by speakerphone. |
