French Pete Campground
Photo · U.S. Forest ServiceThe place
French Pete Campground sits at an elevation of 1,800 feet in the Willamette National Forest. This popular escape from summer heat is heavily shaded by a thick canopy of conifers. There are numerous opportunities for hiking and fishing in the area. Recreation The area offers excellent opportunities for fishing, hiking, boating, swimming, camping, picnicking, and scenic drives. Fishing in the McKenzie River is catch and release only for trout. The Three Sisters Wilderness Area as well as French Pete Creek and Box Canyon Trail Areas offer several miles of hiking. Additional hiking trailheads are a short drive away. Keep reading
Terwilliger (Cougar) Hot Springs are nearby for a nice soak. Cougar Reservoir and Hidden Lake are also in the vicinity, offering additional recreation options. Facilities Campsites are nicely shaded with access to both French Pete Creek and the South Fork of the McKenzie River. This 16-unit campground has toilets, water from a hand pump, fire rings, and garbage service. Natural Features French Pete Campground sits at the confluence of the South Fork of the McKenzie River and French Pete Creek. The area is heavily wooded with Douglas fir trees and vine maple. Nearby Attractions Mountain bike trails, hot springs, a boat ramp and lake accesss are within 10 miles of the campground.
The sites · 16
| Loop | Site | Type | Max rig | Electric | ADA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FRENCH PETE | 02 | standard nonelectric | 30 ft | — | |
| FRENCH PETE | 04 | tent only nonelectric | — | — | |
| FRENCH PETE | 06 | standard nonelectric | 30 ft | — | |
| FRENCH PETE | 08 | standard nonelectric | 30 ft | — | |
| FRENCH PETE | 09 | tent only nonelectric | — | — | |
| FRENCH PETE | 10 | standard nonelectric | 30 ft | — | |
| FRENCH PETE | 11 | standard nonelectric | 30 ft | — | |
| FRENCH PETE | 12 | standard nonelectric | 30 ft | — | |
| FRENCH PETE CAMPGROUND | 03 | standard nonelectric | 27 ft | — | |
| FRENCH PETE CAMPGROUND | 05 | standard nonelectric | 30 ft | — | |
| FRENCH PETE CAMPGROUND | 07 | standard nonelectric | 38 ft | — | |
| FRENCH PETE CAMPGROUND | 13 | standard nonelectric | 24 ft | — | |
| FRENCH PETE CAMPGROUND | 14 | standard nonelectric | 24 ft | — | |
| FRENCH PETE CAMPGROUND | 15 | standard nonelectric | 30 ft | — | |
| FRENCH PETE CAMPGROUND | 16 | standard nonelectric | 33 ft | — | |
| FRENCH PETE CAMPGROUND | 17 | standard nonelectric | 42 ft | — |
Booking
Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.
Book on recreation.govWho runs it
Operated by American Land & Leisure, a private concessionaire, under permit from the agency.
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This campground sits in OR-04. This member’s public-lands record →