French Creek

P.O. Box 696, Cascade, Idaho, United States
Check Availability
FRENCH CREEK
FRENCH CREEK
FRENCH CREEK
FRENCH CREEK
FRENCH CREEK

About French Creek

French Creek Campground is located next to scenic Lake Cascade in west-central Idaho. It is near the town of Donnelly, at an elevation of 4.9 ft. Boating, fishing, swimming and hiking are popular activities in this scenic region.

Available sites

11 total sites
RV Sites 11 sites Check Availability

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Boating

Boating

Spring Summer Fall
Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round
Swimming

Swimming

Summer

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Currently closed

Campground Amenities

Water Access

Water Access

  • Beach Access
  • Lake Access
Missing information?

Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

11 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 003, Loop: FREN RV
Pet Friendly · 15 ft wide · Gravel
🚐 004, Loop: FREN RV
Pet Friendly · 15 ft wide · Gravel
🚐 006, Loop: FREN RV
Pet Friendly · 20 ft wide · Gravel
🚐 008, Loop: FREN RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 010, Loop: UP RV
Pet Friendly · 15 ft wide · Gravel
🚐 011, Loop: UP RV
Pet Friendly · 15 ft wide · Gravel
🚐 012, Loop: UP RV
Pet Friendly · 15 ft wide · Gravel
🚐 015, Loop: UP RV
Pet Friendly · 20 ft wide · Gravel
🚐 017, Loop: UP RV
Pet Friendly · 15 ft wide · Gravel
🚐 019, Loop: UP RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 020, Loop: UP RV
Pet Friendly · 25 ft wide · Gravel

Reviews

103 reviews

Summary

AI generated

French Creek campground offers a charming and well-maintained environment with friendly hosts and clean bathrooms, making it a pleasant place for camping. Many visitors enjoyed the spaciousness of the sites, particularly those with creek access, and appreciated the peaceful atmosphere despite some close proximity to other campers. However, some reviews noted issues with bugs and darkness, as well as concerns about wildlife interactions, which may affect comfort for some families.

Based on guest feedback

3.9

Overall rating

Based on 103 reviews

Write a review
5 stars 39.8% (41)
4 stars 30.1% (31)
3 stars 17.5% (18)
2 stars 6.8% (7)
1 star 5.8% (6)

Showing 103 reviews

Verified Only
Sort by: Newest First
Newest First Oldest First

Zenda H

Verified

August 29, 2020 Stayed at: 006, Loop: FREN

It was nice and cool in the evening and not too warm in the day. Loved the camp spot. All campers were friendly and quiet

Helpful

Sherrie K

Verified

August 24, 2020 Stayed at: 008, Loop: FREN

description of site was not accurate, you could not go to the water as the dock was broken. Road back to site was terrible.

Helpful

Sherrie K

Verified

August 24, 2020 Stayed at: 008, Loop: FREN

description of site was not accurate, you could not go to the water as the dock was broken. Road back to site was terrible.

Helpful

Dustyn P

Verified

August 22, 2020 Stayed at: 006, Loop: FREN

Large campsite sizes, bathroom was vault toilet with no sink.

Helpful

Dustyn P

Verified

August 22, 2020 Stayed at: 006, Loop: FREN

Large campsite sizes, bathroom was vault toilet with no sink.

Helpful

jon s

Verified

July 22, 2020 Stayed at: 004, Loop: FREN

My wife and I really enjoyed camping on the lower French creek. Beautiful sounding river, and lake within walking distance.

Helpful

jon s

Verified

July 22, 2020 Stayed at: 004, Loop: FREN

My wife and I really enjoyed camping on the lower French creek. Beautiful sounding river, and lake within walking distance.

Helpful

Andrew J J

Verified

June 13, 2020 Stayed at: 008, Loop: FREN

no bugs this time of year. :-)

Helpful

Andrew J J

Verified

June 13, 2020 Stayed at: 008, Loop: FREN

no bugs this time of year. :-)

Helpful

Dennis J

Verified

January 22, 2020 Stayed at: 003, Loop: FREN

Very nice. Some spots a little tight for campers, but clean and well kept by host.

Helpful

Location & Directions for French Creek

P.O. Box 696, Cascade, ID 83611 United States

Elevation: 1,482 ft

Getting There

From Boise, Idaho, travel north on Highway 55 for 85 mi to Cascade. Turn west on Old State Highway and go a half-mile to Lakeshore Drive. Turn south and travel 3 mi to West Mountain Road. Turn west and follow the road 5 mi to the campground.

Nearest town

Cascade, ID - 9 mi

About 18 min to downtown

Policies & Rules

General

  • Idaho OHV Safety Message 
  • Bears frequent the area; please keep a clean camp and be bear aware
  • Some first-come, first-served sites may also be available
  • Click here for more information on the Boise National Forest
  • Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

Nearby Campgrounds

Water's Edge RV Park

Campground / RV park

Water's Edge RV Park

Cascade, ID
4.6 (5)

Campground / RV park

Waters Edge RV Resort

Cascade, ID
4.0 (5)
Arrowhead RV Park

Campground / RV park

Arrowhead RV Park

Cascade, ID
4.0 (5)

Nearby destinations

Explore destination

Cascade

3 mi away

City
Explore destination

Council

21 mi away

City
Explore destination

McCall

26 mi away

City

Last updated: October 23, 2026

Message us

Need help?

Our team is here to help you find the perfect spot for your next adventure.

Message us

Replies within minutes

Explore Cascade, ID

Population: 1,118

Nearby city: Meridian, ID

Approx. 65 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 4,882 ft

Learn more about Cascade

From our Travel Guides

View all guides
USDA Forest Service Logo
Managed by the USDA Forest Service