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Lake Charles RV Resort by Rjourney welcomes pets at their full-service campground with tent sites, RV spots, and cabin accommodations. Located in Iowa, Louisiana, approximately 20 miles from Bell City, this highly-rated resort maintains a 5-star rating from campers who appreciate the pet-friendly atmosphere. The campground features level sites with full hookups including 50-amp electrical service, water, and sewer connections. Myers Landing and RV Park in Lake Arthur offers another pet-friendly option with waterfront sites and multiple accommodation types including tent camping, RV sites, cabins, and glamping facilities. The lakeside location provides a peaceful setting where pets can enjoy the outdoors. The water at Myers Landing has been noted to have a metallic smell at some campsites, so campers with pets may want to bring additional drinking water.
Rutherford Beach Dispersed Camping provides a unique free beach camping experience where dogs can roam off-leash along the shoreline. The hard-packed sand accommodates both tent camping and RVs, with pets enjoying the freedom to explore the beach area. Four porta-potties are available near the entrance along with a water spigot for rinsing off pets and equipment. Sam Houston Jones State Park features newly remodeled campgrounds with extra-large sites and full hookups that accommodate pets. The park offers wide hiking and biking trails ideal for dog walking, with multiple water access points throughout the grounds. The park has been rebuilt following hurricane damage, with improvements including new bridges and playground facilities. Campers should note that mosquitoes can be problematic during certain times of year, which may affect outdoor time with pets.
"Very clean camp areas, clean bathrooms and a nice pet area. Bring a fishing pole."
"It sits right next to the swamp, with a nice boat launch and dock. From what the locals tell me. There is great fishing, plenty of gators, and good hunting."
"The tent area is tuck off next to the tree line and they have fire rings and barbecue pits as well. It has clean bathrooms and showers and it has a dump station."
"Boat ramp access to the river . If you find Gloria’s Kitchen she will cook you whatever you want .. would stay here again , not far off I-10"
from $4 - $12 / night
Check Availability"There is a rum distillery almost next door that is a fun free thing to do, otherwise you’re looking at a 15-20 minute drive to other activities in the area."
"We were able to camp in our camper van right on the beach, the sand is very hard packed, so we had no trouble even in our two-wheel drive."
"This right here in Louisiana is a wonderful find. A great place you can kick back relax no hassles no problems listen to the ocean seagulls the wind."
"The campground is very nice, the lakeside is beautiful, we loved the little market right in the front by the lake and the lady working there is very nice."
"Rustic mom and pop place tucked away in a country setting right on the water. We had a waterfront view and hated to leave to head home. Staff is so nice and accommodating!!! Will be back!!!"
"If you like Louisiana Wildlife this is the place for you! I saw a couple of lounging alligators, egrets, snapping turtles, deer, and a chipmunk!!!"
"The adjacent cypress swamp is pretty and has lots of paths to enjoy. There are cabin areas as well. Definitely would return."
from $9 - $33 / night
Check Availability"There is a rum distillery almost next door that is a fun free thing to do, otherwise you’re looking at a 15-20 minute drive to other activities in the area."
from $15 / night
Check Availability"Only negatives really are poor WiFi, and lots of guest here work in the area so there’s lots of trucks moving around form 5-7 am and 4-6 in the evenings. Quite otherwise the rest of the time."
GuideGood location between Houston, Tx and Pensacola, Fl. Nice host and the sites are well maintained. Close to grocery and gas. Lots of pull through sites for longer rigs. Pool and playground for kiddies. Good size dog park as well. Sites are grass and gravel and are pretty level.
GuideFull hookups, shower, pool, dog park for $45 on I-10. Bonus is that they have a full breakfast for you on weekends. One review said the sites were small, but they're not. They're average size.
GuideSpaces are cramped but slides don't touch. Spaces are long enough for a 44' fifth wheel and enough room to park the truck. Nice amenities like a dog park, laundry, community pavilion with weekend activities, pool, etc. Staff is very friendly and everything is kept up well and is clean.
TravelerThis place is one of most favorite camping spots. Level concrete pads, electric for both 30 and 50amp with sewer and water all next to each other. Wifi is a bit weak. Dog park for your fur babies to play in. Then you have the Coushatta casino and all its amenities, so no need to travel far for fun and food for adults and kids. Pool area within camp grounds area. The casino side has a lazy river and a swim up bar for adults, also slides. There's also cabins to rent for those without campers or for friends to come stay.
GuideIf you like to gamble or just want very cheap spot for your RV this is a great deal. At $19 a night plus tax, this place rocked. Concrete pads and pull-thrus throughout. Pool, lodge(under repair 04/21) and large pond. Nice dog park. Bath/shower house was not the best, but clean enough. Lady at check in was very friendly.
RangerCheck in was a breeze. Ample sized cement sites with picnic tables. Our 42” 5th wheel has 4 slides and the site was roomy. Hookups we’re good. We were close to dog park which was perfect. Lovely clean campground. The lodge where you register was pretty. Could be marked better as it doesn’t mention anything about registration. There is a guard shack but doesn’t seem to be managed 24/7. So it’s kind of a false sense of security. The pool is large but a long way from the rv park itself. They have a 24 hour shuttle that takes to back and forth to casino. That really is all there is to do here as Lake Charles is 44 min away. We had some people at their camper who felt they should share their music with the entire park. I realize they’re allowed to have loud music until a certain time- however when you can hear it over your TV while sitting in your camper I just think that’s rude! The laundry is very small considering the size of the park and it seemed that people from the hotel used it which I don’t understand as it’s for the RV park. They have 4 dryers only 2 working, 4 washers only 3 working. I had to wait for people to finish with washers and dryers in order to do my 2 loads. Never spent 3 hours doing laundry before. These people were definitely NOT rv’ers! They had suitcases!
RangerQuiet and relaxing in the river with a beautiful bridge. Only a handful of sites but full hookups. Very clean camp areas, clean bathrooms and a nice pet area. Bring a fishing pole.
LegendWe couldn’t believe that this place is only $12 after we arrived! It is as nice as any experience campground we’ve stayed at! It has 8 pull through sites. Each site has electricity and water. They each have a fire ring, barbecue, garbage can and picnic table. Each site has a nice lawn and there are trees that provide shade. The tent area is tuck off next to the tree line and they have fire rings and barbecue pits as well. It has clean bathrooms and showers and it has a dump station. They have a huge picnic area along with a great park for kids. They provide a dog station with poop bags and trash. This is situated right on the river and is only a short walk for some amazing views. The campground was quiet and clean I would imagine it would be hard to get a spot here during the busy season! Early morning fisherman do come by the camp on their way to the boat launch but the noise didn’t bother us. This is truly a gem of Louisiana and one you should definitely take the time to discover.
LegendDon't get me wrong, I am not antisocial, but when I go camping I really want the natural quiet of nature. It was pretty busy, with many people gathered and partying. Kids driving crazy on golf carts. Otherwise, the property is pretty. The sites are easily accessible (our camper is approximately 30 ft). The showers were not available d/t covid 19, but were there. Our site 12 was level and had full hookups. Pet friendly. Large trees. Store on site and snack shop near the beach. Very kid friendly.
Rutherford Beach offers free dispersed camping on hard-packed sand along Louisiana's Gulf Coast. Located about 60 miles southwest of Bell City, this shoreline destination allows RVs and tents to set up directly on the beach with no reservations required. The area experiences typical Gulf Coast weather with humid summers reaching 90°F and mild winters averaging 50-60°F, making fall and spring the most comfortable camping seasons.
Fishing at multiple access points: Sam Houston Jones State Park features water access throughout the grounds for anglers. A camper noted that "If you like Louisiana Wildlife this is the place for you! I saw a couple of lounging alligators, egrets, snapping turtles, deer, and a chipmunk!!!"
Kayaking and canoeing: The waterways surrounding White Oak Parish Park Campground provide boat access to the river. One visitor mentioned it's "a quaint little 8-site CG" with "a boat ramp into the river not far away."
Shell collecting: The beaches at Rutherford Beach Dispersed Camping offer abundant shells. A reviewer reported: "The beach had lots of shells which was fun! And surf casting was a big thing! Lots of people catching fish!"
Budget-friendly options: Lorrain Parish Park Campground offers affordable sites with hookups. One camper shared: "Water/electric hookups, dump station and clean showers. For $12! Score!"
Waterfront views: The shoreline positioning at Myers Landing and RV Park provides direct lake access. A reviewer wrote: "The campground is very nice, the lakeside is beautiful, we loved the little market right in the front by the lake and the lady working there is very nice."
Wildlife viewing: The natural setting at Sam Houston Jones State Park supports diverse wildlife watching. A visitor explained: "The birding is very good here most times of the year, and there is deer that live on state park property here."
Water quality varies: Some campsites at Myers Landing have reported water issues. A camper warned: "However the water smelled very badly like metal and we had to turn it off and use our own tank water since it smelled so yucky."
Weather conditions: Rutherford Beach can experience extreme winds. One visitor explained: "The first few days were awesome. There was always a nice breeze that kept the bugs away. Then the wind picked up and didn't stop! We had to leave because it got so bad!"
Insects can be problematic: Rutherford Beach Dispersed Camping has seasonal mosquito issues. A camper cautioned: "I have never seen such thick clouds of mosquitos in my life. Made the grave mistake of opening the van door at night and spent the next TWO DAYS hunting down hundreds of mosquitos."
Look for pet-friendly areas with amenities: White Oak Parish Park Campground offers well-maintained sites for families with pets. A visitor observed: "Every site has its own USA flag (so cool!!), and a picnic table, bbq grill and fire ring."
Consider the newly renovated facilities: Lake Charles RV Resort by Rjourney welcomes families with children and pets. A camper simply stated: "The kids enjoyed it" while another noted "the facilities are in great condition."
Find spacious sites: Sam Houston Jones State Park has recently upgraded its camping areas. A visitor reported: "They did a fantastic job putting in the new Campground with full hook ups and extra large sites! Nice wide hiking/biking trails, lots of water access, beautiful new bridges and a nice big playground."
Beach access for vehicles: Rutherford Beach provides firm sand suitable for RVs. A camper explained: "The sand is packed hard enough to pull a trailer right onto the beach. Plenty of room and there are dumpsters, an outside shower and a water spigot."
Site selection for privacy: When staying at Louisiana state parks, select sites carefully. At Sam Houston Jones State Park, one camper advised: "We were in spot #53 and I would highly recommend that spot. We only had one neighbor to one side, and it felt a bit more isolated than the others."
Levelness challenges: Be prepared with leveling blocks at some locations. A visitor to Sam Houston Jones State Park noted: "Most of the campground is not level, but nothing bad enough that you can't get level with blocks."
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