RV sites near Baton Rouge, Louisiana provide seasonal camping options within close proximity to Louisiana's capital city. The region lies in a subtropical climate zone with average summer temperatures reaching 90°F and high humidity levels, particularly from June through August. Campgrounds in the area are typically situated on level terrain with elevations rarely exceeding 50 feet above sea level, creating favorable conditions for RV parking and setup.
What to do
Equestrian experiences: Farr Park RV Camground offers unique access to horse facilities and stables. A reviewer noted, "It's connected to an equestrian center. If horses are your thing it's perfect. 2 miles from LSU, 3 miles from Baton Rouge, biking trails along Mississippi River levee."
Biking on levee trails: Access the Mississippi River levee trails directly from Farr Park RV Camground for miles of paved paths. One camper shared, "There is a paved bike path on top of the river levee that you can ride all the way to downtown Baton Rouge." Another mentioned, "Easy to bike on the levee to LSU and Baton Rouge."
Swimming and water recreation: Sun Outdoors New Orleans North Shore offers extensive water amenities. A visitor explained, "This resort has multiple swimming pools(with swim up bars), café, lazy river, pool cabanas, putt putt golf, pickelball/basketball courts, a fitness center, game room, club house, amphitheater(with live entertainment), playground, off-leash dog park, gift shop, water craft rental, golf cart rental, and a water-based obstacle course."
Fishing opportunities: Multiple parks offer fishing access in stocked ponds. At Lakeside RV Park, a camper mentioned, "The lake had people fishing on it," while another noted, "Our RV site was directly on the lake, which is a large open lake."
What campers like
Clean, modern facilities: Lakeside RV Park receives consistent praise for maintenance. A visitor stated, "Beautiful park very well maintained. Exceptionally maintained. All concrete sites and a beautiful lake. Covered play area for kids and a nice dog walk area." Another noted, "Bathrooms were well maintained, clean. Little store had essentials and they weren't overpriced."
Family-friendly amenities: Camp Margaritaville RV Resort Breaux Bridge offers extensive activities for families. A camper shared, "Cajun Palms is an oasis for the family. They host a ton of activities for the family, fishing, swimming, go cart racing and even nightly entertainment for the adults."
Convenient location: Campgrounds provide strategic access to Louisiana attractions. A Farr Park visitor noted, "County equestrian and RV park close to downtown. Stayed here recently while attending an LSU football game. They have a shuttle that provides round trips to the stadium."
Level sites: Most parks feature level parking areas. One reviewer at Lakeside RV Park remarked, "The site was level and easy to back in," while another mentioned, "Fairly level and long concrete pads."
What you should know
Site spacing varies significantly: Some campgrounds have tighter spacing than others. At Fireside RV Resort, a reviewer observed, "We stayed at site #54, and luckily site #55 was empty. Some sites are a little too close together while others have plenty of green space."
Weekend crowds: Expect busier conditions on weekends, especially at resort-style parks. A Sun Outdoors visitor explained, "We stayed the month of March and the park was about half full during the week with seasonal campers but filled to capacity over the weekends."
Seasonal considerations: Hot, humid summers affect camping comfort. One camper at Night RV Park warned, "This is a park for illegals and out of town workers, with the exception of a few retirees. You cannot stay longer than 2-3 months."
Price variations: Costs range significantly between basic and resort-style parks. A Fireside RV Resort reviewer simply stated, "$55 - $75 per night," indicating the higher price point for amenity-rich parks.
Tips for camping with families
Covered playground access: Lakeside RV Resort offers shade-protected play areas. A visitor noted, "Love the amenities they provided we loved the playground that was covered which allowed us to play with our kids in the heat of the day and even with rain."
Multiple pool options: Some parks have designated swimming areas for different age groups. A Sun Outdoors reviewer mentioned, "There is a kiddie pool, adult only pool with swim up bar, lazy river with bar, huge play area for kids, movie nights & bands."
Game room facilities: Indoor entertainment provides options during hot or rainy days. At Camp Margaritaville, a camper observed, "Movie theater, small game room, tiki bar, lots of activities and play areas for the kids, and the pools are nice."
Safety considerations: Monitor children around water features. One reviewer at Sun Outdoors noted, "Small children were left unsupervised in the lazy river and did not abide by the parks rule to remain in tubes."
Tips from RVers
Dump station configurations: Some parks have challenging dump station setups. A Farr Park visitor warned, "The dump station connection for your sewer hose is at a 45 degree angle and a bit above ground level. This creates sags in your hose. Also, there is no way to secure or screw in your connection to the sump station."
Site selection strategies: Choose sites carefully for shade and space. A Lakeside RV Park camper advised, "There are a few pull through site but the back-Ins have the better views."
Full hookup availability: Not all parks offer complete hookups at each site. At Courtneys RV Park, where a camper simply noted it was "Very nice and quiet clean," the amenities include 50-amp electrical service but no sewer connections at individual sites.
Big rig considerations: Larger motorhomes require specific parks. At Sun Outdoors, a reviewer detailed, "All sites are 30/50 amp, full hook-up, with wifi and cable. There are pull-thru and back-in sites. Sites, roads, and patios are paved and level and come with a picnic table and fire pit."
