French Creek
Open and accepting reservations through Recreation.gov. Check-in at 6:00 PM, check-out at 4:00 PM. Maximum of three tents or two tents and one RV per site. Firewood must be purchased locally; off-road vehicles prohibited.
Heat Advisory issued August 10 at 1:35PM CDT until August 10 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Wichita KS
* WHAT...For the first Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 107. For the second Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 108 expected. * WHERE...Portions of central, east central, south central, and southeast Kansas. * WHEN...For the first Heat Advisory, until 8 PM CDT this evening. For the second Heat Advisory, from noon to 8 PM CDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Heat Advisory issued August 10 at 1:35PM CDT until August 11 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Wichita KS
* WHAT...For the first Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 107. For the second Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 108 expected. * WHERE...Portions of central, east central, south central, and southeast Kansas. * WHEN...For the first Heat Advisory, until 8 PM CDT this evening. For the second Heat Advisory, from noon to 8 PM CDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
About
French Creek Cove Campground sits on the quiet southwest shore of Marion Reservoir, a 6,200-acre U.S. Army Corps of Engineers lake surrounded by 6,000 acres of public land. The campground caters to those seeking a peaceful setting away from the busier recreation areas, with just 20 electric sites arranged in a single loop. All sites feature 30-amp electric hookups, fire rings, and grills. Eighteen of the twenty sites include canopy shelters for shade (sites 13-14 do not). Community water hydrants are distributed throughout the campground. Two vault restrooms serve the area, and a playground provides recreation for families. A boat ramp with loading dock on the northwest portion of the campground provides direct lake access. Anglers target channel catfish, walleye, white bass, and wipers. The nearby communities of Hillsboro and Marion offer supplies, restaurants, and host nationally recognized art and craft shows.
Directions
From Newton, drive 24 miles north on KS-15, then 12 miles east on US-56. The reservoir is located between Marion and Hillsboro. French Creek Cove is on the southwest side of the lake.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $12 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 55ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 55ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (620) 382-2101 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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