Known as the “Big Easy”, New Orleans in Louisiana is known as a hub of nightlife and partying. It is a great place to head if you’re after exciting live music scenes, unique Creole and Cajun cuisine, and festivity. While we could go on about its thrilling urban happenings, did you know that New Orleans also has amazing camping sites? Located along the Mississipi River and south of Lake Ponchantrain, New Orleans has perfect spots for spending time in the great outdoors. If you are an avid camper or traveler, you should definitely consider these top campsites in New Orleans, Louisiana.
1. Getaway Homochitto (from USD 99)
With two types of cabins — a one-bed and a two-bed — this Getaway campsite caters to all types of travelers. All homey cabins are equipped with air conditioning and heating so that the temperature is always to your liking. There’s also a private bathroom with a shower and basic toiletries provided. The kitchenette is equipped with essential cookware, a mini-refrigerator, and a two-burner stove, allowing you to cook meals with ease during your stay.
If you want to enjoy the fresh air, you can sit at the picnic table. For the ultimate outdoor experience, there’s also a fire pit outside each cabin where you can build a fire and make s'mores (materials for these activities can be provided at an additional cost).
You’ll also be pleased to know that Getaway cabins are pet friendly, and a dog bowl, leash line, and treats are provided for your furry companion.
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2. Pontchartrain Landing
Posted by Pontchartrain Landing on Monday, 15 February 2016
This camping site is just a 12-minute walk away from the French Quarter. One can easily find a parking spot to stash away their RV and commute to the lake to have unlimited water fun. The area has many amenities, including a swimming pool, a fantastic restaurant, safe RV spots, and also a great boat launch. It is safe to say that the area is quite luxurious to stay at and all the services come at an acceptable price range. Totally, a worth-it experience!
Pontchartrain Landing
Address: 6001 France Rd, New Orleans, LA 70126, United States
Website: Pontchartrain Landing
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 8am - 6pm; Sun: 9am - 5pm
3. Riverboat Travel Park
Posted by Riverboat Travel Park on Thursday, 4 May 2017
Reserve first and attain the best – this campground requires a reservation and the efforts of doing that are worth it. Various amenities include a luxurious swimming pool, a large convenience store, laundry amenities, and clean restrooms for everyone. One more perk of choosing this area as your campsite is when you have pets. Leashed pets are welcomed by the management and are actually looked after quite graciously. If commuting is a problem, then it’s not a problem! The RV park is situated right on the city bus route so families travelling here can avail this facility too!
Riverboat Travel Park
Address: 6232 Chef Menteur Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70126, United States
Website: Riverboat Travel Park
Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 7am - 8:30pm; Fri - Sat: 7am - 9pm
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4. French Quarter RV Resort
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Posted by French Quarter RV Resort on Monday, 15 June 2015
When you know that you are just a few minutes away from one of the world’s most famous historic places, French Quarter, you wouldn’t be able to resist parking your RV and going on an exploration. Also, the clubhouse is quite famous among the visitors. They even offer on-site condos and tours are also provided. The barbeque festival of this resort has garnered several positive reviews and people travel from far and wide to witness the event!
French Quarter RV Resort
Address: 500 N Claiborne Ave, New Orleans, LA 70112, United States
Website: French Quarter RV Resort
Opening hours: Sat - Sun: 8am - 6pm; Mon - Fri: 8am - 8pm
5. Pelican RV Park New Orleans
Posted by Pelican RV Park New Orleans on Wednesday, 16 November 2016
Water fanatics can make peace with the scene here. The blue and crystal clear waters of the Gulf of Mexico call out every water baby in the tri-state area for a delicious dip in the cool water. This RV park has 300 feet (91.4 meters) of waterfront that almost touches the gulf and is a thing that leaves people mesmerized. The site’s water amenities include a secluded fishing area and a cleaning station where you can clean your catch of the day. Even if you don’t have an RV, you can book an authentic one on site. Enjoyment is not just a myth here, it’s reality!
Pelican RV Park New Orleans
Address: 3716 Downman Rd, New Orleans, LA 70126, United States
Website: Pelican RV Park New Orleans
Opening hours: 12pm - 12am (daily)
6. Mardi Gras RV Park & Motel
This RV park is a top attraction in New Orleans as it is the one closest to the downtown region and thus makes transportation easier. Six Flags, in New Orleans, is a tourist hub and at a walk-able distance from the campsite. The place is inexpensive. The shrimp dishes that are offered by the camp’s restaurant are a must-try. Overall, the park provides a fantastic camping experience, one which will not be forgotten in a hurry!
Mardi Gras RV Park & Motel
Address: 6050 Chef Menteur Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70126, United States
Website: Mardi Gras RV Park & Motel
7. Jude Travel Park
Posted by Jude Travel Park and Campground on Wednesday, 8 August 2018
Comfort and cleanliness is their trademark. This RV park is entirely local in the traditional sense, but managed and designed well. The management of the park welcomes pets and also provides a shuttle service that makes commutation matters easy. The vacationers can visit places in the surrounding area via organized city tours and boat cruises. Comfort being the top-most priority, the service is always impressive. Regarding food, the appetizers served are delicious, and foodie campers are particularly impressed. Given the all-round excellent nature of the accommodation facilities, this adds up for a relaxing vacation, and one should consider the place in all its goodness!
Jude Travel Park
Address: 7400 Chef Menteur Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70126, United States
Website: Jude Travel Park
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 8am - 6pm; Sun: 10am - 6pm
8. Three Oaks and a Pine
Spacious is their middle name! Speaking of pocket and eco- friendly holiday destinations, this name inevitably pops up. Three Oaks and a Pine RV park is located in downtown New Orleans and thus has easy access to the highway and other connecting routes. It’s secure in the sense that there’s 24/7 security monitoring and surveillance. Even the laundry room is guarded and the area has a unique, friendly policy towards pets. The owners of this place have been maintaining it pretty well in terms of cleanliness and hygiene. Be assured of friendly assistance whenever you need it. One can surely expect a worthy vacation whenever here.
Three Oaks and a Pine
Address: 7500 Chef Menteur Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70126, United States
Website: Three Oaks and a Pine
Opening hours: 9am - 6pm (daily)
9. Bayou Barataria RV Park
Convenience is the key in this stylish and contemporary RV park. Bayou Barataria RV Park has a fantastic asphalt-made road and limestone parking pads which make the experience surreal. The park opens only seasonally and the services are always reactivated with new vigor. As there are many tourist attractions near the site, people travel frequently and return only to dwell at night. A special note for germaphobes – the shower and other facilities are squeaky clean all the time! This is what cleanliness freaks dream of. For others, it’s a wholesome event, and what a vacation truly feels like!
Bayou Barataria RV Park
Address: 2541 Bayou Rd, Harvey, LA 70058, United States
Website: Bayou Barataria RV Park
Opening hours: 5am - 10pm (daily)
10. Parc D'Orleans
Posted by Parc D'Orleans on Saturday, 28 November 2015
The bigger, the better – this RV site is the largest in the town and surely lives up to its name of being well-managed and efficient. The staff, in particular, is not only well-trained but also knowledgeable, which makes staying there a lot more convenient. It’s so much comfortable and affluent that even the owner himself has chosen to live there–that too permanently! The RV park is updated in every respect. Food is another perk here.
Parc D'Orleans
Address: 7676 Chef Menteur Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70126, United States
Website: Parc D'Orleans
Make memories in New Orleans
These are the top camping sites in New Orleans, Louisiana that are known for their hospitality and cleanliness. So, what are you waiting for? Reserve a place for your RV today and make awesome memories in the Big Easy!
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