Established Camping
French Creek Cove
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Due to the excessive rainfall around the state, Marion Reservoir is currently about four feet above the normal conservation pool. Many campsites have been affected by this and had to be closed for safety. We apologize for the inconvenience and hope we can get everything reopened as soon as possible.
French Creek Cove near Hillsboro, KS, is situated by the Marion Reservoir, offering a landscape of open fields and water views. Temperatures range from lows in the 20s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 90s in summer. Visitors can explore the nearby Marion Reservoir for fishing and boating or visit the Marion County Park and Lake for additional outdoor activities.
Description
US Army Corps of Engineers
Marion Reservoir
Overview
French Creek Cove Campground offers a secluded quiet campground that is located on the Southwest side of Marion Reservoir.
Recreation
Popular activities include camping, boating, fishing and hunting. Anglers will find an abundance of channel catfish, walleye, white bass and wipers, and a boat ramp is provided at the campground for convenient access to the lake.
Natural Features
Completed in 1968, Marion Reservoir encompasses 6,200 acres of water surrounded by 6,000 acres of public lands. The surrounding expanse of forest provides visitors with endless recreational activities, set against the backdrop of the sparkling lake.
Nearby Attractions
The nearby communities of Hillsboro and Marion offer additional tourist attractions. Both cities have a nationally recognized Art and Crafts show, as well as a variety of restaurants and shops.
Location
French Creek Cove is located in Kansas
Coordinates
38.382314 N
97.150793 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonGood
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups