French Creek
Campground · Kansas · 20 bookable sites ·
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers
- 20
- Bookable sites
- 55 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 8
- People per site
- 1,356 ft
- Elevation
Overview
French Creek Cove Campground offers a secluded quiet campground that is located on the Southwest side of Marion Reservoir.
Recreation
Popular activities include camping, boating, fishing and hunting.
Anglers will find an abundance of channel catfish, walleye, white bass and wipers, and a boat ramp is provided at the campground for convenient access to the lake.
Facilities
This campground has 20 campsites with electric, 18 camping sites include a canopy shelter (Sites 13-14 do not include canopy shelters), with 6 community water hydrants, all sites include fire rings and a grill, a boat ramp with a loading dock is located on the northwest portion of the campground, a playground, and two vault restrooms.
Natural Features
Completed in 1968, Marion Reservoir encompasses 6,200 acres of water surrounded by 6,000 acres of public lands. The surrounding expanse of forest provides visitors with endless recreational activities, set against the backdrop of the sparkling lake.
Nearby Attractions
The nearby communities of Hillsboro and Marion offer additional tourist attractions. Both cities have a nationally recognized Art and Crafts show, as well as a variety of restaurants and shops.
The facts
- 20 bookable sites
- Vehicles up to 55 ft
- Up to 8 people per site
- Loops: Main
Site types
- 20 Standard Electric
Amenities
- Electric hookups
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Pets allowed
- Water hookups — not available
Not recorded upstream: sewer hookups, grills, shade.
20 campsites at French Creek
Check-in 6:00 PM · Check-out 4:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Main | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 10 | Main | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 11 | Main | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 12 | Main | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 13 | Main | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 14 | Main | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 15 | Main | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 16 | Main | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 17 | Main | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 18 | Main | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 19 | Main | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 2 | Main | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 20 | Main | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 3 | Main | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 4 | Main | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 5 | Main | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 55 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 6 | Main | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 7 | Main | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 8 | Main | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 9 | Main | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
Getting there
38.38231, -97.15079 · 38°22'56.3"N 97°9'2.9"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 0.8 | 1.3 | 2.2 | 3.2 | 5.3 | 4.7 | 4.8 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 2.6 | 1.6 | 1.3 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 3.3 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about French Creek
- Can you reserve a site at French Creek?
- Yes, French Creek is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does French Creek have?
- 20 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at French Creek?
- 55 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at French Creek?
- Yes, pets are allowed at French Creek.
- Does French Creek have hookups?
- Electric.
- Are campfires allowed at French Creek?
- Campfires are allowed at French Creek. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Camping near French Creek
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- Marion Cove 4.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Canning Creek 39.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Santa Fe Trail 39.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Neosho Park 40.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Kanza View 41.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Kit Carson 41.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Richey Cove 41.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
- North Richey Cove 41.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve Visitor Center 32.3 mi · Facility
- Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum 39 mi · Library
Contact
- Phone 620-382-2101
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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