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FRENCH CREEK, IDStatus: Open through Mon Sep 16 2013 Season Dates 21 site(s) found
ALL (21) OverviewFrench Creek Campground is located next to scenic Lake Cascade in west-central Idaho. It is near the town of Donnelly, at an elevation of 4,850 feet. Boating, fishing, swimming and hiking are popular activities in this scenic region.Natural Features:The campground is situated on the western shore of Lake Cascade and on the banks of French Creek. A forest of mixed conifers covers the campground, providing ample shade. Thimbleberry and huckleberry plants are abundant throughout the upper reaches of the campground. Recreation:Lake Cascade offers excellent opportunities for boating, water skiing, canoeing, windsurfing and sailing. Anglers enjoy casting for rainbow trout, coho salmon, smallmouth bass and perch. Many hiking and biking trails are in the area as well. Facilities:The campground is divided into two sections of campsites. Some are located on the east side of West Mountain Road, closer to the lakeshore and with beautiful lake views. Other sites are on the west side of the road, on a hillside above the lake. A few of these sites have partial lake views. Some also have stairs from the parking spur to the campsite. Activities and Amenities
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Getting There:GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):44.52833, -116.10833 44°31'42"N, 116°6'30"W From Boise, Idaho, travel north on Highway 55 for 85 miles to Cascade. Turn west on Old State Highway and go a half-mile to Lakeshore Drive. Turn south and travel 3 miles to West Mountain Road. Turn west and follow the road 5 miles to the campground. Contact Information:Mailing Address:FRENCH CREEKP.O. BOX 696 CASCADE ID 83611 Phone Number:Information: (208)382-7400- Cascade Ranger District |
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