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Buttercup Campground — Lake Cascade State Park

Buttercup Campground at Lake Cascade State Park is near Donnelly, Idaho. The area features flat terrain with a mix of forested and open spaces. Temperatures range from 20°F in winter to 80°F in summer. Nearby attractions include Lake Cascade for water activities and Tamarack Resort for skiing and hiking.

Description

State Park

29 sites, no hook-ups. Central water. Vault restrooms. Foot bridge to Boat Ramp. Boat Ramp has its own entrance separate from the campground with handling docks. Campground parking is limited, overflow located in boat ramp area.

Location

Buttercup Campground — Lake Cascade State Park is located in Idaho

Detail location of campground

Directions

Huckleberry, Buttercup, West Mountain, Poison Creek and Poison Creek Boat Ramp Area: Are all on the west side of the lake. The easiest way to reach this is through Donnelly. Turn west on Roseberry Rd., off of Highway 55. Turn south (left) on West Mountain Rd. Huckleberry will be the first campground you reach and it will be on the east (left) side of the road. The other campgrounds are further south, within a few miles of each other, and also on the east (left) side of the road.

Address

970 Dam Rd
Donnelly, ID 83615

Coordinates

44.68297278844669 N
116.11437027371278 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
    Available
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Big Rig Friendly

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Reviewed Aug. 13, 2020

Lake side.

Sandy beach in late summer, early summer wet! Until water is let out of dam. Sandy beach once lake water goes. Lots of ants - bring you ant spray

  • Review photo of Buttercup Campground — Lake Cascade State Park by Anne  S., August 13, 2020
  • Review photo of Buttercup Campground — Lake Cascade State Park by Anne  S., August 13, 2020
  • Review photo of Buttercup Campground — Lake Cascade State Park by Anne  S., August 13, 2020
Reviewed Jun. 7, 2020

Great views but wet

With the lake high right now Several sites are closes due to Being underneath water, only about half of the sites are available. That could change once the water is let out of the dam.

Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Buttercup Campground — Lake Cascade State Park by Anne  S., June 7, 2020
  • Review photo of Buttercup Campground — Lake Cascade State Park by Anne  S., June 7, 2020

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Buttercup Campground — Lake Cascade State Park?

    Camping at Buttercup Campground — Lake Cascade State Park can cost between $11.50 and $33.00 depending on the site.

  • What is the elevation of Buttercup Campground — Lake Cascade State Park?

    Buttercup Campground — Lake Cascade State Park is located at 4822 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Buttercup Campground — Lake Cascade State Park?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Buttercup Campground — Lake Cascade State Park, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Buttercup Campground — Lake Cascade State Park?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is available, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is unknown.