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

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
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Currently closed

Campground Amenities

Water Access

Water Access

  • Beach Access
  • Lake Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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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

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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)

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Tanisha D

Verified

July 7, 2024 Stayed at: 006, Loop: FREN

Such a beautiful campground. Great tree coverage and right off the water. Bathrooms were very well kept and the camp host was great. Only thing to keep in mind that this camp ground has a dock so you do end up with extra traffic for boat loading and people accessing the water, otherwise great site

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Tanisha D

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July 7, 2024 Stayed at: 006, Loop: FREN

Such a beautiful campground. Great tree coverage and right off the water. Bathrooms were very well kept and the camp host was great. Only thing to keep in mind that this camp ground has a dock so you do end up with extra traffic for boat loading and people accessing the water, otherwise great site

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Julie J

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July 24, 2024 Stayed at: 020, Loop: UP

Quiet campground near the lake.

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Julie J

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July 24, 2024 Stayed at: 020, Loop: UP

Quiet campground near the lake.

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Stephen M

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September 11, 2024 Stayed at: 020, Loop: UP

Clean campsites and out toilets

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Stephen M

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September 11, 2024 Stayed at: 020, Loop: UP

Clean campsites and out toilets

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Carly C

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July 6, 2025 Stayed at: 003, Loop: FREN

Camp ground was well taken care of, bathrooms were clean and didn’t smell. Camp host was friendly! The river noise was nice though we couldn’t find where the river was.

The bugs were terrible and made it difficult to be out in the evening. Also, camp spots are pretty close together so there isn’t much privacy. Expected the lake to have a beach front but the only water access was a boat launch/not a place to swim.

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Carly C

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July 6, 2025 Stayed at: 003, Loop: FREN

Camp ground was well taken care of, bathrooms were clean and didn’t smell. Camp host was friendly! The river noise was nice though we couldn’t find where the river was.

The bugs were terrible and made it difficult to be out in the evening. Also, camp spots are pretty close together so there isn’t much privacy. Expected the lake to have a beach front but the only water access was a boat launch/not a place to swim.

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Niki L

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July 10, 2025 Stayed at: 004, Loop: FREN

Camp host never said one word to us. Are was clean and nice, but I just won’t camp in camp ground sites again. My kids like to be loud and bring quiet after 10 pm just doesn’t work for my family. It was nice though.

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Niki L

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July 10, 2025 Stayed at: 004, Loop: FREN

Camp host never said one word to us. Are was clean and nice, but I just won’t camp in camp ground sites again. My kids like to be loud and bring quiet after 10 pm just doesn’t work for my family. It was nice though.

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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.

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Last updated: October 23, 2026

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