Whitetail deer wander between sites while owls call from the forested hills surrounding Lake Claiborne State Park Campground. This Louisiana state park facility sits on the shores of a 6,400-acre lake, with many campsites positioned directly on the water. The campground accommodates both RVs up to 60 feet and tent campers, though reviewers note the terrain requires leveling blocks for most RVs.
Lakefront sites feature private fishing piers extending over the water. Cat R. stayed at site 14 and found it "had a long pier over the water, and plenty of space between campers." The lake draws kayakers and anglers targeting bass and gar, while a small beach area provides swimming access. Two disc golf courses wind through the wooded terrain, and marked hiking trails include the King of the Mountain Trail with its wooden bridge and waterfall.
Climate-controlled bathhouses provide hot showers and air conditioning year-round. Most lakefront sites offer water and electric hookups but no sewer connections, requiring use of the dump station. Interior sites may have full hookups available. The campground maintains paved roads suitable for cycling and scootering, plus a playground for children.
Cell service proves spotty throughout the park, with AT&T particularly unreliable according to recent visitors. WiFi broadcasts but may not connect reliably. Cindy S. appreciated that "the bathroom were big and clean" with "extremely hot" water. Campers seeking more options can explore camping near Homer about 10 miles northwest.
Reserve lakefront sites well ahead during peak seasons, as waterfront spots fill quickly. Watch for poison ivy around some campsites when setting up.
Description
Take your pick: swimming, fishing, birding, boating of all kinds, waterskiing, camping, hiking or just plain relaxing and enjoying the unsurpassed natural beauty. It's all here . . . at Lake Claiborne State Park. For fishermen, the freshwater lake was lavishly stocked with largemouth bass, bluegill sunfish, channel catfish, black crappie, striped bass, chain pickerel, bream, and white perch. The lake itself, at full reservoir level, has a surface area of 6,400 acres.
Two-bedroom cabins are nestled among the pine trees, and many offer a view of the lake. The RV campground rests among the slopes of the north Louisiana foothills, offering shaded spots to get closer to nature. Whatever your preference for an overnight stay, you'll be sure to rest peacefully.
One of the most popular activities for visitors of all ages is swimming at the park's sandy beach. The beach is situated on an inlet of the lake and is protected from boats and waterskiers. So work up an appetite for that fresh fish supper by taking a brisk swim in Lake Claiborne's famous clear water. Ecologists and sportsmen alike hail the lake's excellent water quality, and you will too, once you've made the trip to Lake Claiborne. Once on-site, you will see the area come to life as a park naturalist will be available to present nature-based programs and give guided hikes.
Lake Claiborne SP offers the #1 and #2 ranked disc golf courses in the state. Both courses offer 2 sets of tee pads, the Blue tees are for the skilled players and the Red tees for the newer players or first timers at the park. Families are encouraged to check out discs at the fee station on their next visit. Both courses start and end at the entrance. Scorecards and maps are available to the fee station or in the below "Disc Golf" section.
The woods of Lake Claiborne are also home to a wide variety of wildlife. Lovely nature trails and a scenic overlook will allow you to appreciate the beauty of the area at your own pace. Or you may be interested in a variety of nature tours, offered on a regular basis.
Map & DirectionsLake Claiborne State Park Campground is located in Louisiana near Homer
Directions
From I-20 at Minden take Hwy 79 north, then head east on LA 518. Turn east onto LA 146; the park is less than mile down LA 146.
Address
225 State Park Road
Homer, LA 71040
Coordinates
32.72497844 N
92.92294175 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoors
T-MobileLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 5/30/26- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 2/25/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 5/30/26
Connectivity
T-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoors- T-MobileLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 5/30/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 2/25/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 5/30/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
- Yurts
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 1 hr from Shreveport, LA
- 1 hr 50 min from Texarkana, TX
- 2 hrs 3 min from Alexandria, LA
