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About French Pete Campground
Number of accommodations: 7
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Reviews (42)
What Guests Are Saying
French Pete Campground is a beautiful and secluded location, well-maintained with friendly hosts. Campsites are clean, spacious, and often located near the river, providing a peaceful atmosphere for campers. While there may be some limitations like lack of cell service and recent burn areas affecting hiking trails, most visitors express a strong desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
French Pete Campground is a beautiful and secluded location, well-maintained with friendly hosts. Campsites are clean, spacious, and often located near the river, providing a peaceful atmosphere for campers. While there may be some limitations like lack of cell service and recent burn areas affecting hiking trails, most visitors express a strong desire to return.
Review Summary
Marko N
VerifiedJuly 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: FRENCH PETE CAMPGROUND
This is a really out of the way campground that was very quiet mid-week. The site we stayed in (#15) was smaller than I would have liked, but it had access to a private little river spot and we ended up hanging out there for a lot of our stay. The site was not level and was pretty rocky so our tent was less comfortable than it usually is, so keep that in mind. The sites in general are not very private, but some are covered more than others. Site #9 was VERY small and I noted that I would not want to camp there unless I was in a van or camper. Site #2 was big and beautiful with a great view of the river, but you are right next to the camp host and out in the open so there's a fair amount of traffic. Sites #7 and #13 were tucked away, though fairly close to their neighbors. Site #16 is small with little privacy, but directly on the river. Site #17 is nice with river views. The bathrooms were my least favorite, as the one nearest to our site would be FULL of flies at times. The first time I opened it, the buzzing was so loud it startled me. I left the door open for a while and they seemed to clear out for the rest of the day. All of the bathrooms were pretty stinky and masks are required inside due to COVID-19. Other than the smell and the flies, the bathrooms were pretty clean.
Marko N
VerifiedJuly 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: FRENCH PETE CAMPGROUND
This is a really out of the way campground that was very quiet mid-week. The site we stayed in (#15) was smaller than I would have liked, but it had access to a private little river spot and we ended up hanging out there for a lot of our stay. The site was not level and was pretty rocky so our tent was less comfortable than it usually is, so keep that in mind. The sites in general are not very private, but some are covered more than others. Site #9 was VERY small and I noted that I would not want to camp there unless I was in a van or camper. Site #2 was big and beautiful with a great view of the river, but you are right next to the camp host and out in the open so there's a fair amount of traffic. Sites #7 and #13 were tucked away, though fairly close to their neighbors. Site #16 is small with little privacy, but directly on the river. Site #17 is nice with river views. The bathrooms were my least favorite, as the one nearest to our site would be FULL of flies at times. The first time I opened it, the buzzing was so loud it startled me. I left the door open for a while and they seemed to clear out for the rest of the day. All of the bathrooms were pretty stinky and masks are required inside due to COVID-19. Other than the smell and the flies, the bathrooms were pretty clean.
Candice W
VerifiedJune 26, 2020 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: FRENCH PETE CAMPGROUND
We absolutely LOVE French Pete. Our favorite camping is in smaller quiet campgrounds, with minimal amenities. The sound of the flowing water, and the peaceful sound of very few humans...always makes for a perfectly relaxing time away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The Vault toilets are very well maintained, the campsites are all fairly large and a nice combination of shade and sun at each. There are water pumps, but we tend to pack in our own water from home for the trip. Camp host was very helpful and kind. One of our favorite places to camp.
Candice W
VerifiedJune 26, 2020 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: FRENCH PETE CAMPGROUND
We absolutely LOVE French Pete. Our favorite camping is in smaller quiet campgrounds, with minimal amenities. The sound of the flowing water, and the peaceful sound of very few humans...always makes for a perfectly relaxing time away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The Vault toilets are very well maintained, the campsites are all fairly large and a nice combination of shade and sun at each. There are water pumps, but we tend to pack in our own water from home for the trip. Camp host was very helpful and kind. One of our favorite places to camp.
miguel o
VerifiedJanuary 18, 2020 • Stayed at: 16, Loop: FRENCH PETE CAMPGROUND
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miguel o
VerifiedJanuary 18, 2020 • Stayed at: 16, Loop: FRENCH PETE CAMPGROUND
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Carrie M
VerifiedJanuary 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: FRENCH PETE CAMPGROUND
The campsite was large and private.
Carrie M
VerifiedJanuary 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: FRENCH PETE CAMPGROUND
The campsite was large and private.
Amy B
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: FRENCH PETE CAMPGROUND
We had a double site on the creek. It was beautiful, quiet and semi-private. There are a lot of great activities in the area for swimming and hiking. We are looking forward to going back!
James H
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: FRENCH PETE CAMPGROUND
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Location French Pete Campground
Address:
French Pete Campground
Blue River, OR, 97413
United States
Latitude & Longitude: 44.0423 / -122.208
Elevation: 551 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- Contact customer service at 801-226-3564 or via email.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Amenities
- Electric hookups are not available.
Site capacity
- Sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Choose a suitable site for your equipment as you cannot change sites after booking.
Vehicles & parking
- Each campsite allows one vehicle; extra vehicles incur an $8 nightly fee.
Fires & fuel
- To protect forests, do not move firewood; obtain it near your camping site.
Safety & rules
- Firearms, fireworks, and chainsaws are prohibited.
Wildlife & food storage
- Store food securely to avoid attracting bears: use approved containers or lock it in your vehicle.
Fees & deposits
- Senior discounts need to be applied at booking for single sites.
Local regulations
- For more information, visit the Willamette National Forest website.
Warnings & Advisories
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