St. Bernard State Park encompasses this established campground along the Mississippi River, managed by Louisiana State Parks with approximately 50 sites spread across well-maintained grounds. The campground operates year-round with nightly rates ranging from $20-$28, offering full hookups including electric, water, and sewer connections at select sites.
Most sites provide electric and water hookups with spacious layouts, though Fred S. notes "most sites are large with good spacing between sites, but not much privacy between sites." A central bathhouse serves the campground with clean facilities, showers, and laundry equipment priced at $1.75 per wash and dry cycle. Sites 7, 12, and 14 feature full sewer hookups, while fire pits, grills, and picnic tables come standard at each site.
The park includes a one-mile nature trail connecting the campground to the day-use area, plus a splash pad that draws local families. A playground sits between sites 10 and 11, allowing parents at nearby sites to supervise children easily. Train tracks run close enough that light sleepers may notice occasional noise, though campers consistently report quiet nighttime conditions otherwise.
Access from New Orleans takes about 25 minutes by car, with ferry connections available across the Mississippi River for those wanting to avoid downtown parking. The park gate closes between 9-10 PM, requiring late arrivals to call ahead for the entry code. Eric L. found "WiFi is available but useless speeds for anything at all, but cell service is fine."
Senior discounts reduce rates to $14 nightly for visitors over 62, and reservations are accepted for guaranteed site availability during busy periods.
Description
St. Bernard State Park is the ideal spot for visitors who are seeking a family atmosphere and natural experience, as well as for campers who don't want to or cannot stray far from civilization. Many campers consider combining a camping vacation with a touring vacation of the New Orleans area. The Chalmette National Historic Park, Jackson Barracks, and other historic sites and plantation homes are also nearby. A local family business donated the land for St. Bernard State Park to Louisiana in 1971. Today, St. Bernard State Park provides a much-needed recreation area, as well as relaxing and enjoyable surroundings for anyone wishing to experience a portion of Louisiana's natural beauty. Located right along the Mississippi River, the park contains a network of man-made lagoons which provides a peaceful, natural setting for relaxation. Woodlands meet wetlands in St. Bernard and the park's nature trail is the perfect way to introduce children to the joy of discovery in nature. Picnic tables, barbeque grills, restrooms, and a large, covered pavilion complete with a grill are ideal for a family outing. The water playground will delight youngsters and their families all summer long. Overnight camping facilities include 51 sites, each equipped with water, electrical hook-ups, a picnic table and a barbeque grill. A nearby bathhouse offers hot showers and laundry facilities to make camping more comfortable.
Location
Public CampgroundSt. Bernard State Park Campground is located in Louisiana
Directions
The park is located approximately 18 miles southeast of New Orleans in St. Bernard Parish. Follow I-10 to I-510/LA 47 South to Chalmette. Take a left on LA 46 and proceed through Violet to Poydras. Turn right onto LA 39 south a Poydras. Park is located one-half mile on left. Or, from the French Quarter, take north Rampart (LA 46) South through Violet to Poydras. Turn right onto LA 39 south at Poydras. Park is located one- half mile on left.
Address
501 St Bernard Parkway
Saint Bernard, LA 70085
Coordinates
29.86426027 N
89.90052067 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 4/13/26- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 20 usersLast on 4/13/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 11 usersLast on 4/13/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 4/13/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 20 usersLast on 4/13/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 11 usersLast on 4/13/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- 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
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 21 min from New Orleans, LA
- 39 min from Slidell, LA
- 1 hr 11 min from Hammond, LA
- 1 hr 22 min from Houma, LA
