Macks Creek Park
Macks Creek Park is a small campground located on the Boise River Arm of Lucky Peak Lake, just 25 miles from the Boise area and 4 miles off the Ponderosa Pine Scenic Byway. Visitors make the trip to enjoy quality recreational activities like boating, swimming and fishing.
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.
During the recreation season, volunteer camp hosts live on-site and can provide information and assistance to park users.
Parking availability is limited and there is no cell service at the lake. Two businesses within 10 miles offer limited food and services.
Notifications and Alerts
Due to drought conditions on the Boise River watershed, Macks Creek Boat Ramp and courtesy docks will be inaccessible for the summer. The lake level will not exceed 3035' MSL (20 feet below normal full pool). To minimize disruption to your recreation plans, consider launching from Spring Shores Marina instead.
For more information: https://www.nww.usace.army.mil/Media/News-Releases/Article/2990932/22-020-dry-conditions-expected-in-the-boise-river-system/
Need to Know
- Campsites will be open and available for walk-in as early as Easter weekend prior to the reservation season and as late as Thanksgiving weekend after the reservation season. Please contact the park office for specific dates.
All campers must register with camp host upon arrival.
All reservations must arrive within 24 hours of scheduled check-in or notify lake office of late arrival. Failure to do so may result in the cancelation of your reservation.
Reservations are required for all sites.
Cell service is not available.
Parking is extremely limited; please see individual site notes for maximum vehicle allowances.
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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 is situated among shady trees along the lakeshore. 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.
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
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.
Contact Information
Mailing
400 Arrowrock Road Boise ID 83716
Physical
400 ARROWROCK ROAD Boise ID 83709
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 208-343-0671
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
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 Arrow Rock Road immediately after the High Bridge crossing over the lake. Continue 4.5 miles on Arrow Rock Road to Macks Creek Park.
Available Campsites
- Site 007, Loop Tent Area, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop Tent Area, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop RV Area, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 014, Loop Tent Area, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 013, Loop Tent Area, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop Tent Area, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop Tent Area, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop RV Area, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop RV Area, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop RV Area, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 015, Loop Tent Area, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop Tent Area, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop RV Area, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop Tent Area, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop Tent Area, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
