French Pete Campground

Campsite #15 is small, could fit a group of 4 but I would say it was PERFECT for 2. Pretty much right on the road, but I'm referring to the campground road not the main one, so traffic really wasn't bad, just other campers walking to the toilet or kiddos riding their bikes by. You can add some more privacy with your car. The spot has great access to the creek, a couple little walking trails that lead right down to it and the water is close enough that you can hear it and it's such a lovely thing to wake up/fall asleep to! Bathrooms were VERY well maintained, clean and never ran out of toilet paper. We didn't end up using the water access but we had such a great time at this spot that we'll definitely come back, stay longer, and give that a try too. Camp hosts were super friendly and presen

We just got back from French Pete and are already planning our next visit. Most sites back right up to the river and plenty of space between camp spots. Great location for fly fishing, hiking and visiting local Hidden Lake. But the best thing: Thom, Amy and Ted, camp hosts. They helped us find the best site, helped us navigate the best hiking and even told us about local hidden treasures. It was great and hope they are still there when we get back.

Quiet, fully wooded campground 12 miles south of Hwy 126, on Forest Road 19 (the scenic Aufderheide). There are 17 mostly very large sites, with plenty of room for more than one tent (a few very small ones). Some are reservable on recreation.gov, some are first come first serve. During the week, there were several choices. We didn't see any problem at all with the water, and there is easy access to the river from most sites. It's about 3 miles from both Terwilliger Hot Springs and the swimming area in Slide Creek CG. The French Pete trailhead is directly across the road, down a small access road (no sign), which gives you access to a great trail up and along the river. The tiny towns of Rainbow and McKenzie Bridge have a few restaurants about a half-hour away. Unfortunately, Blue R

Great campground, clean and close to the shallow stream (connected to the river ). Bring drinking water . Shade and not to many mosquitoes.

Nice campground with different spaces, some of which are along a stream. You would have to bushwack your way to the streams though. Bring your own water or a good filter. The well water in the campground is consistently brown. The hosts stated it is safe for drinking. The host said the forest ranger tests the water monthly for quality and deems it safe for drinking. Aside from the well water, the campsites are good sized and somewhat private.