Best Campgrounds near Barataria, LA

Camping options near Barataria, Louisiana center around several established campgrounds within a short drive of New Orleans. The region includes developed campgrounds like Bayou Segnette State Park in Westwego and St. Bernard State Park, both offering tent and RV camping with water and electric hookups. Several private facilities such as New Orleans West KOA in River Ridge and French Quarter RV Resort provide additional accommodations including cabins and glamping options. Most campgrounds in this area maintain year-round operations, with concrete pads and various hookup options catering primarily to RV travelers, though tent camping is available at many locations.

Access to camping areas near Barataria requires navigation through wetland terrain and consideration of seasonal water levels. Most campgrounds feature paved roads and level concrete or asphalt parking pads suitable for large RVs, though site conditions can vary significantly after heavy rainfall. Facilities typically include restrooms with showers, dump stations, and trash service. Reservation systems are standard across both public and private campgrounds, with state parks offering more affordable rates compared to private RV parks closer to New Orleans. Proximity to water means humidity and insects can be significant factors when planning a visit. A camper noted: "Not sure if they just had rain or not but water is standing everywhere. Park was actually pretty decent, just didn't live up to the hype I have read."

State parks in the region provide the best balance of amenities and natural surroundings, with Bayou Segnette receiving particular attention for its proximity to New Orleans while maintaining a wilderness feel. Several visitors mentioned the opportunity to observe wildlife, including alligators in nearby waters. Campgrounds closer to the city center, such as French Quarter RV Resort, emphasize convenience for tourism but sacrifice natural elements. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, campers appreciate the spacious sites at state parks but note varying levels of bathroom maintenance. Security measures like gated access and ranger patrols are common at most developed campgrounds in the area. Military personnel have access to additional camping at the New Orleans Joint Reserve Base facility, which receives high ratings for cleanliness and site spacing.

Best Camping Sites Near Barataria, Louisiana (49)

    1. Bayou Segnette State Park Campground

    43 Reviews
    Westwego, LA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (504) 736-7140

    "Perfect spot for camping outside of the city. The facilities were clean and well maintained. The mosquitos were fierce after dark. Short drive to Barataria Preserve for seeing wildlife."

    "They’ll also let you drive through to pick an available spot. very clean laundry room! Loads were $1.75

    • hot showers :)
    • stop at Joe’s Donuts for beignets :)

    Cons

    • bathroom design is meh."

    2. St. Bernard State Park Campground

    22 Reviews
    Belle Chasse, LA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (504) 682-2101

    $20 - $28 / night

    "Holy Goodness it is HOT in South Louisiana in May. Campground and Site 9: nice and roomy sites with electric, water, grill, fire pit, picnic table and shade trees."

    "Nice campground and good value for proximity to NOLA. 12 miles from Bywater/French qtr. park on Rampart and walk the 1/2 mile to the quarter."

    3. New Orleans West KOA

    19 Reviews
    Kenner, LA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (504) 467-1792

    $77 - $98 / night

    "We liked that this was 30 min outside of New Orleans so completely away from the bustle of the city. Our spot wasn't that level but we managed. Make sure you have extra blocks for your jacks."

    "Campsites are crowded in next to each other and you cannot see the river because of the levee."

    4. French Quarter RV Resort

    9 Reviews
    Westwego, LA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (504) 586-3000

    $105 - $250 / night

    "Overall very nice and excellent location. Staff is helpful and friendly and it’s a walk to the French quarter."

    "Walking distance to French Quarter. Bit noisy as it’s by the highway but didn’t bother us. Great pool and friendly staff."

    5. Military Park New Orleans Joint Reserve Base/NAS Aviation Arbor RV Park

    1 Review
    Belle Chasse, LA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (504) 678-9230

    "Great location, clean sites and facilities, well spaced between sites. $30 a night. Quite part of base. *There are gators in the water filled ditch along the sites."

    6. New Orleans RV Resort & Marina

    15 Reviews
    Metairie, LA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (504) 286-8157

    $75 - $170 / night

    "This is a great park tucked away from everything yet only 15 minutes to bourbon street and 10 minutes to Frenchmen. Great place to stay on the water."

    "2 roadways to enter/exit resort. A car can drive toward north but some potholes would not advise RV on road toward lake pontchaitrain."

    7. Fontainebleau State Park Campground

    77 Reviews
    Mandeville, LA
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (985) 624-4443

    "We were on spot #138 and were close to the dump and the camp host. Very convenient for using the tote.  This is a bit older park, but we liked it. "

    "This is a beautiful state park located on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain ( 30 min north of New Orleans)."

    8. Jude Travel Park of New Orleans

    8 Reviews
    New Orleans, LA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (504) 241-0632

    $35 - $65 / night

    "Close to New Orleans after reading other reviews about the noise and how some felt unsafe we decided to take the risk and book here, glad that we did."

    "Please be respectful to the area as it's an older area and has become commercialized and butts up to the "Train tracks" and tons of outside "City noise" Great place to experience either for a night or"

    9. Three Oaks & A Pine RV Park

    6 Reviews
    New Orleans, LA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (504) 779-5757

    $30 / night

    "Very affordable, paid $30 for full hookup, compared to other RV sites near the city were about triple the price. You can Uber into the french quarter for about $12 and takes 15 minutes."

    "About 30 back in gravel slots, the neighborhood is not very scenic but it’s a good location right off I-10 and 15 minutes to the French Quarter."

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Recent Reviews near Barataria, LA

289 Reviews of 49 Barataria Campgrounds


  • Lisa M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 10, 2025

    St. Bernard State Park Campground

    Clean park just outside of New Orleans

    We ended up staying here for 10 nights as we were having vehicle issues. All the park staff we came in contact were very nice and accommodating. The spaces are far apart from each other but a little on the narrow side. I did notice spaces 7, 12 and 14 had sewer hook ups. There might have been more. They do give a senior discount so I think it was $14 a night to stay there if you were over 62. Nice hiking trail in the area, but beware of the ginormous banana spiders that weave their webs across the trail. The bathhouse was probably a three or four on a scale of five. They did have laundry facilities, which were inexpensive, $1.75 to wash and $1.75 to dry. You can drive your car up about 10 miles to the Algiers ferry terminal and take your vehicle across the Mississippi with a jazzy pass And then drive up to Algiers point where you take a passenger ferry across to the downtown area of New Orleans. Nice and convenient. And you don’t have to worry about parking as you can park on the street in Algiers. My few complaints would be the dump station is located to where you have to use it coming into the park instead of leaving the park. Also, there is a little bit of train noise as it’s relatively close to the tracks.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 6, 2025

    Fairview-Riverside State Park

    Ok for a stop over

    Ok for a stopover. We had to book 2 nights since it was a weekend. This might be a good place to stay if you were attending an event in New Orleans such as a game. But the sites are super close together and not much shade. They have wifi but when we connected it said ‘no internet’ so apparently it wasn’t working. AT&T cell service was 5G.

    Handicap bathrooms are decent but lights are motion censored so can turn off on you while you are in the shower. People at the front entrance are very nice but seem a bit frazzled. They could use more staff to take the load off. I do believe there are homeless people coming in here without paying to shower and stay in their cars from time to time from what I heard from staff. Did not witness this however.

  • Taylor C.
    Apr. 3, 2025

    Fontainebleau State Park Campground

    Not my favorite but not terrible

    I really expected more from them considering it’s all anyone can talk about. Bathrooms were usually clean but quickly dirtied. Showers didn’t drain but they have water fountains for you to fill bottles. It had poured a few days before we went and had to switch sites three times before getting one that was even remotely dry. Definitely way more an rv park than for tent camping. All of the tent spots were either not very maintained or close together. Out of the 100 something people camping there only a handful were friendly to us. Did not have that campground vibe.

  • Martha H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 27, 2025

    Bonnet Carre Spillway Boat Launch

    Nice find for a night

    Nice level grass area easy to get in and out. Near New Orleans and the airport. No hookups. Must register online.

  • Gary  S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 10, 2025

    St. Bernard State Park Campground

    NOLA

    Nice level site with W&E hookups. 20 to 30 minute drive to the French Quarter in New Orleans. Very clean campground.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 9, 2025

    Bayou Segnette State Park Campground

    Location, location, location .

    Great location for the New Orleans area. Pool, boat ramp, laundry and showers. Beautiful floating cabins. Free wifi.

  • ron R.
    Feb. 20, 2025

    Bayou Segnette State Park Campground

    Stayed for a week

    I was here for a week.  The security is great.  The spots are quite level.  The water quality is good.  Bring a preasure regulator as it seems to be higher than normal preasure.  Each site has a picnik bench, fire pin and grill.  Asphalt parking area for camper.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 15, 2025

    New Orleans West KOA

    Clean and safe place to stay in the New Orleans metro area

    We spent almost a week at the New Orleans West KOA in January while exploring the New Orleans area. It was a good base to work from, about 25 minutes from the downtown museums and convenient to places like Destrehan Plantation and Bayou Segnette State Park. There are plenty of good restaurants and shops in the area, too.

    Campsites are crowded in next to each other and you cannot see the river because of the levee. On the plus side, a 10 minute walk will have you on the multi-use trail on top of the levee and that is a wonderful place for a walk, jog, or bike ride.

    The staff was friendly and helpful. Everything worked at our campsite. I give this 4 stars instead of 5 only because it is so urban, crowded, and lacking a good view.


Guide to Barataria

Camping near Barataria, Louisiana, offers a mix of natural beauty and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking to relax by the water or explore the local wildlife, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Explore the beach: Grand Isle State Park Campground has a beautiful beach area. One visitor mentioned, "It’s a gorgeous beach front to walk down and it’s decently isolated from developed areas of Grand Isle."
  • Wildlife watching: At Fontainebleau State Park Campground, campers have spotted a lot of wildlife. One reviewer said, "Tons of wildlife to be seen. The raccoons are smart, and not scared of humans, lol."
  • Fishing and hiking: Bayou Segnette State Park Campground is great for fishing and has nice hiking trails. A camper noted, "We biked around the huge campground and there was lots to see."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Many campers appreciate the cleanliness of the parks. A review for Fairview-Riverside State Park said, "Clean restrooms, clean and inexpensive laundry facilities, lots of space between sites."
  • Friendly staff: Campers often mention the helpful staff. At St. Bernard State Park Campground, one visitor remarked, "Super friendly staff, clean restrooms."
  • Spacious sites: Campers enjoy having room to spread out. A review for Tickfaw State Park Campground stated, "Each slot comes with a table on a wooden platform, a fire ring, and what appears to be a game hook."

What you should know:

  • Mosquitoes can be a problem: Many parks, like St. Bernard State Park Campground, have a lot of mosquitoes. One camper advised, "But bring your bug spray. The mosquitoes were ferocious!"
  • Limited amenities at some parks: New Orleans RV Resort & Marina has some amenities but lacks drinking water and electric hookups. A visitor mentioned, "NO free wifi provided."
  • Road conditions vary: Some campgrounds, like Lake Pontchartrain Landing, have rough roads leading in. A camper noted, "Don't let the road in past some industrial and manufacturing warehouses fool you."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Check for kid-friendly activities: Reunion Lake RV Resort & Marina has a lazy river and pools for kids. One family said, "Our kids loved the lazy river, putt putt, and ice cream parlor."
  • Plan for wildlife: At Buccaneer State Park Campground, families should be cautious about food. One camper humorously warned, "Raccoons around here will unzip your tent and rob you."
  • Look for playgrounds: Fairview-Riverside State Park has a playground for kids. A visitor shared, "Had a playground for the kids next to the campsite."

Tips from RVers:

  • Choose your site wisely: At Fontainebleau State Park Campground, a reviewer advised, "Big rigs need to choose their sites carefully."
  • Be prepared for tight spaces: Some campgrounds, like Grand Isle State Park, have narrow paths. A camper noted, "Kind of narrow paths so be careful if you're bringing a big trailer that doesn’t turn so sharp."
  • Check for discounts: Many parks offer discounts for seniors or military. One RV traveler mentioned, "We used the 20% military discount but found out upon arrival that LA State Parks give a 50% discount for seniors."

Camping near Barataria, Louisiana, has something for everyone, from families to seasoned RVers. With beautiful parks and plenty of activities, it’s a great spot for your next outdoor adventure!

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near Barataria, LA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Barataria, LA is Bayou Segnette State Park Campground with a 3.9-star rating from 43 reviews.