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Macks Creek Campground

Lucky Peak Lake

🏕️ CampgroundBoise NF / Idaho CityIdaho⭐ 4.3 (121)
Macks Creek Campground
🟢 8 open windows right now — soonest Mon Aug 24–Thu Aug 27
Availability checked 57m ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
🔥 Just opened — our latest scan caught 1 cancellation here, marked below
📈 CampSage caught 5 cancellations here in the last 7 days — set an alert below to catch the next one.
Book / check availability →🧭 Directions
💡 In short

Macks Creek Campground in Idaho has 8 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Mon Aug 24–Thu Aug 27. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates
Mon Aug 24 – Thu Aug 273 nightsbook these dates →sites Tent Area #009, #011, #014
Tue Aug 25 – Fri Aug 283 nightsbook these dates →👥 Tent Area #012 & Tent Area #013 next to each othersites Tent Area #012, #013
Tue Aug 25 – Thu Aug 272 nightsbook these dates →sites Tent Area #015
Fri Sep 4 – Mon Sep 73 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →sites RV Area #003
Wed Aug 26 – Fri Aug 282 nightsbook these dates →sites RV Area #002, #005
Mon Aug 31 – Thu Sep 33 nightsbook these dates →🔥 just openedopened 57m agosites RV Area #001, #004
Tue Sep 1 – Fri Sep 43 nightsbook these dates →sites Tent Area #006
Tue Sep 8 – Fri Sep 113 nightsbook these dates →sites Tent Area #008

📷 What these sites look like

Photos of sites that are open right now, from recreation.gov. Angles vary by park — usually the site and its parking pad.

Campsite Tent Area #009 — Site 9
Site Tent Area #009 · Site 9USACE
Campsite Tent Area #009 — Camp site 9
Site Tent Area #009 · Camp site 9USACE
Campsite Tent Area #011 — Site 11
Site Tent Area #011 · Site 11USACE
Campsite Tent Area #011 — Site 11
Site Tent Area #011 · Site 11USACE
Campsite Tent Area #014 — Camp site 14
Site Tent Area #014 · Camp site 14USACE
Campsite Tent Area #014 — Camp site 14
Site Tent Area #014 · Camp site 14USACE
Campsite Tent Area #012 — Site 12
Site Tent Area #012 · Site 12USACE
Campsite Tent Area #013 — Campsite 13
Site Tent Area #013 · Campsite 13USACE
Campsite Tent Area #013 — Site 13
Site Tent Area #013 · Site 13USACE
Campsite Tent Area #015 — Site 15
Site Tent Area #015 · Site 15USACE
Campsite Tent Area #015 — Site 15
Site Tent Area #015 · Site 15USACE
⚡ EV charging nearby

Nearest DC fast charging: 15.3 mi away (straight line).

⚡ Tesla Supercharger15.3 midirections →
⚡ ChargePoint16.7 midirections →
⚡ Tesla Supercharger17.1 midirections →

Distances are straight-line, not driving — the road can be much longer where a river, a lake or a canyon sits in between. From OpenStreetMap — community-mapped, so plug types can lag reality. Verify on your charging network’s app before counting on a charger.

🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about February 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

📊 How often sites open up here

CampSage's scans caught 18 openings at Macks Creek Campground over the last 30 days, on 16 separate days, most of them for stays 7–22 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights.

These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

🏕️ About this campground

💵 $20–$40/nightStandard NonelectricTent Only Nonelectric🎒 boating🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking🎒 swimming

Ratings

4.3★★★★☆113 ratings
5★66
4★30
3★7
2★5
1★5
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

📶 Cell coverage camper-reported

Verizon0.5/4
T-Mobile0.2/4
AT&T0.1/4
Sprint retired0.0/4

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Macks Creek Campground FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Macks Creek Campground?

Macks Creek Campground in Idaho takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at Macks Creek Campground?

Campsite fees at Macks Creek Campground run about $20–$40/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Macks Creek Campground when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Macks Creek Campground often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

How often do campsites open up at Macks Creek Campground?

CampSage's scans caught 18 openings at Macks Creek Campground over the last 30 days, on 16 separate days, most of them for stays 7–22 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights. These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

Is Macks Creek Campground a good campground?

Macks Creek Campground holds an average rating of 4.3/5 from 121 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Is there cell service at Macks Creek Campground?

Of the carriers campers have reported on at Macks Creek Campground, Verizon rates highest at 0.5 out of 5 from 40 reports. See the carrier-by-carrier breakdown above — service can still vary by campsite, terrain, and weather.

Where is Macks Creek Campground located?

Macks Creek Campground is located in Boise NF / Idaho City, Idaho. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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