French Pete Campground

Willamette National Forest — lakeside, hiking

Location: Blue River, OR, OR

Price: From $19 per night

Price range: $19–$38 per night

Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (21 reviews)

Season: May through October

French Pete Campground sits at an elevation of 1,800 feet in the Willamette National Forest. This popular escape from summer heat is heavily shaded by a thick canopy of conifers. There are numerous opportunities for hiking and fishing in the area.Campsites are nicely shaded with access to both French Pete Creek and the South Fork of the McKenzie River.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/french-pete-campground to be notified when sites open up.

French Pete Campground sits at 1,800 feet in Willamette National Forest with excellent fishing, hiking, and boating opportunities. Most sites back right up to the river with plenty of space between camp spots, making it a popular escape from summer heat.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Wapiti, American Pika, Great Gray Owl, Sooty Grouse, and various lizard species present in the area.

Insider tips for French Pete Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground and gets heavily booked. Campsite #15 is small but well-positioned; suitable for groups of 2. Fishing in McKenzie River is catch and release only for trout.

Skip French Pete Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available; only suitable for self-contained RVs.. You prefer less crowded, undeveloped camping experiences.. You visit outside May-October season when the campground is closed..

Best time to visit French Pete Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Hard Rock Campground (Coburg, OR), Cougar Crossing Campground (Blue River, OR), Slide Creek (Blue River, OR), Red Diamond Campground (Coburg, OR).