
Macks Creek Campground
Lucky Peak Lake, Idaho
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As of October 2026, Macks Creek Campground is a campground in Idaho with 14 campsites. Macks Creek Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Macks Creek Campground is located at 43.6103ยฐ N, 115.9381ยฐ W.
- people allowed on 11 of 14 sites
- 8
- people allowed on the largest site
- 18
Macks Creek Campground reservations and next available dates
Stay and booking rules
- Changes allowed: 1 change(s) per reservation
- Campsites held at once: 15 campsite(s) held
- Maximum reservations at once: 100 reservations
- Maximum stay: 14 nights
- Maximum per transaction: 100 reservations per transaction
- Military discount available
Published by Recreation.gov for Macks Creek Campground, read on September 28, 2026.
Campsites at Macks Creek Campground
- Tent 9
- Standard 5
- Accessible 1
What an RV fits
- 35 ft4 sites
- 45 ft1 site
Amenities
- restrooms
- potable water
At a glance: Setting: Mountain.
Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, wildlife, photography, offroad.
All sites at Macks Creek Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov
| Site | Loop | Type | Sleeps | Max RV | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | RV Area | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | - |
| 002 | RV Area | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | - |
| 003 | RV Area | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | - |
| 004 | RV Area | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | - |
| 005 | RV Area | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | - |
| 006 | Tent Area | Tent | 15 | - | - |
| 007 | Tent Area | Tent | 8 | - | - |
| 008 | Tent Area | Tent | 8 | - | - |
| 009 | Tent Area | Tent | 18 | - | - |
| 011 | Tent Area | Tent | 8 | - | Accessible |
| 012 | Tent Area | Tent | 8 | - | - |
| 013 | Tent Area | Tent | 8 | - | - |
| 014 | Tent Area | Tent | 6 | - | - |
| 015 | Tent Area | Tent | 8 | - | - |
About Macks Creek Campground
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.
Rules and notices at Macks Creek Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Macks Creek Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
Advance reservations are required for all sites.
Check-out time is 11:00 am and check-in time begins at Noon. Upon checkout, reservation holders are expected to depart Macks Creek Campground. Lingering Day Use activities and late departures from the campground are not permitted.
CHECK IN: Upon arrival, campers should check in with the camp host. If the host is unavailable, please keep your electronic reservation confirmation handy for verification by Park Rangers on patrol. All visitors may be asked to show ID and/or proof of reservation upon check-in. Site reservations cannot be transferred upon arrival.
LATE ARRIVAL. Please phone the Lake Office at (208) 343-0671 to notify park staff of your late arrival. You may also leave a message for the Camp Host and Park Rangers at (208) 344-4195, who will check this voicemail before releasing No-Show sites. Failure to appear at a reserved campsite in the first 24 hours will result in the release of that site with additional charges applying.
CHECK OUT: Checkout time is 11 AM. Upon checkout, reservation holders are expected to depart Macks Creek Campground. Lingering Day Use activities and late departures from the campground are not permitted. If you have reserved the campsite with the intention to leave in the evening do not intend to return for the remainder of your reservation, please notify the host, park staff, or Lake Office so we may open up the campsite upon your departure for future use.
Parking is extremely limited. To ensure all reserved campers are accomodated, please see individual site notes for the maximum number of people allowed in each site. If your group is larger, reserve additional sites. Sites 1-5 park within their site or nearby unassigned areas. Site 6 has three assigned parking stalls. Sites 7, 8, 11 and 12 have two assigned parking stalls each, Group Site 9 has four parking stalls, and Sites 13-15 have one parking stall each (but are located near a large unassigned shoulder parking area).
Docks are shared and not assigned to sites.
Unreserved Day Use is NOT permitted May-Sept. The campground is reservation only May-September and closed to vehicle traffic the remainder of the year. Due to the limited amount of space available and parking, unreserved day use is not allowed. The rest of the lake is open to day use and nearby attractions are- Arrowrock Dam, 5-mile, Naked Rock, and Spring Shores Marina.
Macks Creek Campground is a high demand area. If you do not intend to use your reservation, ensure cancellation is prompt so we may open up the sites to people who wish to use the site. No-show fees will apply after 24 hours.
Verizon LTE is available at the Camp Host site. The nearest other cellular services are Verizon and T-Mobile (three miles away at Mile Marker 1 of Arrowrock Road near Spring Shores Marina). An emergency phone pedestal is also located near the Camp Host site to report emergencies and make free local calls by speakerphone.
Macks Creek Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Macks Creek Campground?
Macks Creek Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.
How do I find last-minute availability at Macks Creek Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Macks Creek Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.
How many campsites does Macks Creek Campground have?
Macks Creek Campground has 14 campsites.
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