Macks Creek Campground
Campground · Idaho · 14 bookable sites ·
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers
Boise River Wildlife Management Area (Wildlife Management Area) · Open Access
- 14
- Bookable sites
- 45 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 18
- People per site
- 1
- Accessible site
- 3,103 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Macks Creek Campground is a very popular small campground just 25 miles from the Boise area along Arrowrock road off Highway 21 operated and managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers. The campground is reservation only May-September and closed to vehicle traffic the remainder of the year. Visitors make the trip to enjoy quality seasonal recreational activities like boating, swimming, camping, fishing, and hunting. Regular seasonal drawdowns occur each year which impact the recreational activities available at Lucky Peak Lake. Verizon LTE is now available at the Camp Host site to make online reservations.
Recreation
Boating, camping, fishing, swimming, water sports, hiking, biking, picnicking, and much more!
The lake offers family-friendly outdoor recreation opportunities for both travelers and residents of the urban Boise area. Macks Creek Park offers scenic views and convenient access to lake recreation.
Anglers fish for rainbow trout, Kokanee and smallmouth bass. A boat ramp is located within the campground.
Facilities
This primitive, small park offers a handful of campsites on the shore of Lucky Peak Lake. Clean vault restrooms, hand-pumped drinking water, and an emergency telephone are provided. Verizon cellular is available at the Host Site. During the reservation season, a volunteer Camp Host lives on-site and can provide information and assistance to park users. The Park Host does have scheduled days off and may not always be available during your stay. Parking availability is limited. Two businesses within 10 miles offer limited basic food and services.
Natural Features
Lucky Peak Lake is located in the foothills of southwestern Idaho on the Boise River at an elevation of 3,055 feet. When full, the lake stretches 12 miles up-river, with 45 miles of shoreline and over 3,000 surface acres of water.
The campground tent sites are situated among shady trees along the lakeshore. The trailer spots are situated on the opposite side of the road from the tent sites with a wide open clear view of the lake and surrounding mountains. The surrounding mountains are consistent with sagebrush steppe, dotted with sagebrush and bitterbrush.
A variety of wildlife lives around Lucky Peak, including bald and golden eagles, mule deer, antelope, red-tailed hawks, California quail and chukar.
Contact Info
This location has limited staffing. Please call (208) 343-0671 for general information.Nearby Attractions
Arrowrock Reservoir, operated by the Bureau of Reclamation, is nearby, as is the beautiful Boise National Forest. These areas provide additional camping, boating, fishing, hiking and sightseeing opportunities. Recreation at Arrowrock Reservoir is managed by the U.S. Forest Service. Check with the Boise National Forest office for rules, regulations, and temporary closures before visiting.
Cervidae Peak hiking trail.
The facts
- 14 bookable sites
- 1 accessible site
- Vehicles up to 45 ft
- Up to 18 people per site
- Loops: RV Area, Tent Area
Site types
- 9 Tent Only Nonelectric
- 5 Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
- Water hookups — not available
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits.
14 campsites at Macks Creek Campground
Check-in 12:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Access | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | RV Area | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Moderate | — | Lakefront | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 002 | RV Area | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Gravel | Slight | — | Lakefront | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 003 | RV Area | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | Lakefront | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 004 | RV Area | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | Lakefront | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 005 | RV Area | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | Lakefront | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 006 | Tent Area | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | Hike In | Lakefront | — | 15 | 🐾 |
| 007 | Tent Area | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | Hike In | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 008 | Tent Area | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | Hike In | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 009 | Tent Area | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | Hike In | Lakefront | — | 18 | 🐾 |
| 011 | Tent Area | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | Hike In | Lakefront | — | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 012 | Tent Area | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | Hike In | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 013 | Tent Area | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | Hike In | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 014 | Tent Area | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | Hike In | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 015 | Tent Area | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | Hike In | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Gowen Road (Exit 57) off I-84, head east toward South Federal Way. Continue to follow Highway 21 for 12.5 miles. Turn right on Arrowrock Road immediately after the High Bridge crossing over the lake. Continue on Arrowrock Road passed Spring Shores Marina at Mile 1 for a total of 4.5 miles to Macks Creek Park.
43.61028, -115.93806 · 43°36'37.0"N 115°56'17.0"W
Typical weather
Typically 92°F in Jul, down to 37°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 37 | 43 | 53 | 61 | 71 | 80 | 92 | 91 | 80 | 65 | 48 | 37 |
| Low °F | 22 | 25 | 32 | 37 | 44 | 50 | 59 | 57 | 49 | 38 | 30 | 24 |
| Precip in | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 1.4 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
Map
Fees and stay limits
Reserve online or by phone at 1-877-444-6777. No transactions are conducted on site.
From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.
More photos
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Common questions about Macks Creek Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Macks Creek Campground?
- Yes, Macks Creek Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Macks Creek Campground have?
- 14 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Macks Creek Campground?
- 45 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Macks Creek Campground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Macks Creek Campground.
- Does Macks Creek Campground have hookups?
- No hookups are recorded here.
- Are campfires allowed at Macks Creek Campground?
- Campfires are allowed at Macks Creek Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Camping near Macks Creek Campground
- Robie Creek Park Group Shelter 3.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Lucky Peak Lake Tours and Programs 8.3 mi · Tickets · we watch it
- Cottonwood Campground 5.8 mi · Campground
- Bender Creek Trailhead 6.6 mi · Facility
- Three Point Mountain Trailhead 7.7 mi · Facility
- Willow Creek Trailhead (Mountain Home) 8.2 mi · Facility
- Willow Creek Campground (Mountain Home) 9.5 mi · Campground
- Hulls Gulch Interpretive Trail 9.9 mi · Facility
- Lower Hull's Gulch Trailhead 10.6 mi · Facility
- 8th Street Trailhead 10.8 mi · Facility
- Badger Creek Campground 11.9 mi · Campground
- Miller Gulch Trailhead 12.9 mi · Facility
Contact
- Phone 208-343-0671
- Email luckypeaklake@usace.army.mil
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-06-02.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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