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    North Campground at Chicot State Park houses upscale glamping accommodations within a serene natural setting alongside South Campground. These sites combine wilderness immersion with amenities including electricity, water hookups, and private fire pits. Glamping options feature comfortable mattresses, quality linens, and climate control for year-round comfort. Some accommodations include outdoor seating areas overlooking the surrounding bayou landscape. "Our family has spent many years at many different state parks across the country, and this is by far one of my favorites," noted one visitor about their glamping experience. Colfax RV Park and Kisatchie Bayou Complex also offer glamping accommodations with varying levels of luxury, from simple canvas structures to fully-equipped units with private bathrooms and kitchenettes.

    Chicot State Park provides glamping guests with direct access to extensive hiking trails, fishing opportunities, and water activities on the adjacent lake. The park maintains several miles of nature trails winding through wooded areas where wildlife viewing is excellent. A fishing pier and boat rentals allow guests to explore the waterways surrounding the glamping sites. Magnolia Hill RV Park glamping accommodations provide convenient access to boating facilities. "Beautiful scenery. The Bayou Campground has a stream with a beach," shared one camper about Kisatchie Bayou Complex. Most glamping sites remain open year-round with peak seasons in spring and fall when temperatures are mild. The arboretum within Chicot State Park offers additional exploration opportunities for glamping guests seeking eco-friendly outdoor experiences without sacrificing comfort.

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    Best Glamping Campgrounds near Gardner (6)

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      1. Colfax RV Park

      4.7(3)18mi from GardnerRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "The park has lots of picnic areas (34) set up under shade trees. Some sites have tent pads, but not all. They all have picnic tables and fire pits."

      "Large sites with grill, fire pit, and picnic table."

      from $32 / night

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      2. Kisatchie Bayou Complex

      4.5(8)27mi from Gardner4 sitesTents, Glamping

      "CAMPGROUND REVIEW: Located inside the Kisatchie National Forest, Kisatchie District, this campground is great. This section of National Forest is home to over 30 miles of nature trails."

      "Picnic tables and grills available. Swimming, camping, hiking, and canoeing can all be done here. Toilets but no running water. great area to spend the day and swim!"

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      3. Rustic Sky Horse Camp

      Be the first to review11mi from GardnerRVs, Tents, Cabins
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      4. South Campground — Chicot State Park

      4.6(26)42mi from GardnerRVs, Tents

      "This was a quiet spot surrounded by woods but near the super clean bathroom! There was a fire pit, grill and picnic table for use! Day 2 we rented a boat and paddled out for some fishing."

      "Take the time to drive around to the East Landing in the evening before sunset. It has one of the prettiest views of Chicot Lake. Also drive down to the South Fishing Pier below the South Campground."

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      5. North Campground — Chicot State Park

      4.7(10)39mi from GardnerRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Beautiful/secluded bayou campground. Was very clean, secure and had wiFi. Friendly staff and beautiful sites. Highly recommend. Bathrooms were also very clean!"

      "There are miles of beautiful hiking trails, but beware of snakes! The bathrooms were recently updated so they were really nice. Also the laundry facilities were clean!"

      from $33 / night

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      6. Magnolia Hill RV Park

      5.0(2)42mi from GardnerRVs, Glamping

      "Nice location with a beautiful view of the hills. There is full hookups with a Bathhouse and free WiFi."

      "Super friendly staff, clean bathroom and laundry facilities, full hookups and very quiet."

      from $30 / night

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    49 Reviews of 6 Gardner Campgrounds

    • Paula W.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jul. 31, 2018

      Kisatchie Bayou Complex

      "Ranger Review: INNO Aero Light 2 (2 bike) at Kisatchie Bayou Recreation.."

      CAMPGROUND REVIEW:

      Located inside the Kisatchie National Forest, Kisatchie District, this campground is great. This section of National Forest is home to over 30 miles of nature trails. The trails are for hiking, biking, horseback riding and off road vehicle riding. This campground is just steps away from the bayou where you can launch a canoe or kayak depending on the water level. Fishing and swimming are great pastimes here. The site has a grassy area and fire pit. There are vault toilets and NO WATER so be prepared for that. The day use area offers picnic tables, fire pits and grills. There are 2 different sites for camping on either side of the day use area. The day use area has a lot of local traffic but we did not encounter a lot of overnight campers. It is very secluded and the sound of the bayou is serene. There are lots of wildlife sounds at night but we didn't see anything more than a squirrel. We loved our stay here. We hiked, biked, and relaxed in the low waters of the bayou.

      NOTE - Kisatchie Bayou Recreation Complex Camping/Day Use is the same area as Kisatchie Bayou Campground

      PRODUCT REVIEW:

      As a Ranger for the Dyrt, I get products to test from time to time - today I tested the INNO Aero Light 2 (2 bike) hitch rack.

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      This bike rack made our trip so easy. It was easy to set up, easy to install (my 8 yr old did it). The simple hitch design slides right into a standard 2" hitch receiver or can be adjusted to 1 1/4". The screw bolt came with it along with a wrench for tightening on the receiver. We easily secured 2 bikes to the rack. Bike weight needs to be less than 33 lbs., have a top tube and a seat tube. Frame size 1/2" - 2 1/4". We loved this rack for its sturdiness and lightweightedness. It traveled great, we drove with the rack on my SUV for over 300 miles and we never had any problems. A great feature is the easy fold down option to allow access to the back of the car. This rack also features great locking mechanisms. You can lock the rack at the hitch as well as lock the built in strap around the bikes. As our little one grows and his bike gets bigger, we will definitely get a larger INNO rack to carry all the bikes. For now, the 2 bike rack is working great.

      Pros: lightweight, easy install, easy fold down feature, great locking mechanisms.

      Cons: None

    • Ali C.
      Apr. 17, 2019

      South Campground — Chicot State Park

      Wooded, quiet, convenient, amazing

      This was a quiet spot surrounded by woods but near the super clean bathroom! There was a fire pit, grill and picnic table for use! Day 2 we rented a boat and paddled out for some fishing. The process was seamless and the staff friendly. The fishing pier was amazing and the kids loved how far out it went. Overall a great experience.

    • D
      Dec. 11, 2021

      South Campground — Chicot State Park

      Great State Park

      Chicot State Park is wonderful and well maintained. We had a wonderful weekend stay, and the weather was perfect. Take the time to drive around to the East Landing in the evening before sunset. It has one of the prettiest views of Chicot Lake. Also drive down to the South Fishing Pier below the South Campground. It has a long pier that goes out into the lake. My son spent a lot of time at the splash pad. Be sure to visit the free La. State Arboretum onsite. It has a great visitor center with some fantastic exhibits and nice hiking trails. 

      Stayed in campsite#84. It has a nice deck with picnic table. BBQ grill and fire pit are on the other side of the RV spot. Even though it is in the front, it is actually quite secluded with woods all around. Nearest neighbor was at least 40-50 ft. Away. My son could easily walk or ride his bike to the splash pad. Both AT&T and Verizon had poor signal(1 bar each). Was able to connect to the free park Wi-Fi. It was slow, but I could send text messages and make the occasional phone call. Wasn't a big deal, because I came here to camp and get unplugged. We camped at Chicot State Park in a Travel Trailer.

    • W
      Jun. 16, 2018

      Kisatchie Bayou Complex

      Family Fun

      Picnic tables and grills available. Swimming, camping, hiking, and canoeing can all be done here. Toilets but no running water. great area to spend the day and swim!

    • Tyler B.
      Sep. 19, 2018

      Kisatchie Bayou Complex

      Backbone Trail

      Primitive camping along the 10mi Backbone trail. Took out the hammock and camped out around the halfway mark along the trail. You can set up shop around an old fire pit or make one of your own. I chose the latter. The backbone trail has to be the prettiest trail in the state of Louisiana. It's really the only place in the state to experience actual hills. It reached 23 degrees at night which was one of the coldest temperatures recorded in the state this year. A must do!

    • Paula W.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jul. 1, 2018

      Colfax RV Park

      Fishing in the Red River

      This RV campground allows tents (at RV prices). The sites are big with full hookups. There is a nice playground for the kids as well as a nice shower house. The park has lots of picnic areas (34) set up under shade trees. Some sites have tent pads, but not all. They all have picnic tables and fire pits. It is a nice friendly campground with lots of boats and fisherman. You can make reservations or first come first serve. The staff is very friendly and helpful.

      The park has a nice free day use boat launch as well as a floating dock with a fish cleaning station. The park is very clean and does not smell fishy. Really nice place, but at $32 a night, it was a little steep for me.

      There is a security gate for after hours access. Comfort stations at boat launch and camping area. There is a wash house with washer, dryer and showers (heated and cooled). There are 2 picnic shelters with 6 picnic tables in each.

    • S
      Jul. 2, 2022

      Colfax RV Park

      Summer 2022

      Very clean and quiet park. Large sites with grill, fire pit, and picnic table.

    • Aaron D.
      Jul. 17, 2022

      South Campground — Chicot State Park

      Tall Trees and Nice Trails

      We stayed at campsite 91. It was very well shaded and the deck attached to it provided a very nice seating area. There weren't a ton of horse flies at the campsite itself, but they were bad on a few of the trails. Bathrooms were decent but smelled of cleaning products. It was a quiet area and the park has a lot to offer. Highly recommend checking out the Arboretum and the trails near it.

    • Mark J.
      Jun. 5, 2019

      Magnolia Hill RV Park

      Nice private campground

      Nice location with a beautiful view of the hills. There is full hookups with a Bathhouse and free WiFi. Entrance road is gravel and very steep but I was able to drive my 34’ motor home up pulling my jeep no problem. The owner does not stay on site but he did meet us there when we arrived. Not far from Natchitoches , LA. There is a big Christmas festival there late November and December with lots of lights.

    Guide to Gardner

    Glamping experiences close to Gardner, Louisiana offer access to cypress-lined waterways and diverse bayou ecosystems within the Kisatchie National Forest region. These accommodations typically sit at elevations between 100-400 feet, providing campers with temperate weather conditions throughout spring and fall months. Summer humidity levels frequently reach above 80% with temperatures regularly exceeding 90°F from June through August.

    What to do

    Fishing opportunities: At Colfax RV Park, the Red River provides excellent fishing access with specialized facilities. "The park has a nice free day use boat launch as well as a floating dock with a fish cleaning station. The park is very clean and does not smell fishy," notes Paula W., highlighting the well-maintained fishing infrastructure.

    Hiking trails: The extensive trail system at Kisatchie Bayou Complex offers challenging terrain uncommon in Louisiana. "The backbone trail has to be the prettiest trail in the state of Louisiana. It's really the only place in the state to experience actual hills," shares Tyler B. who primitive camped along the 10-mile Backbone Trail.

    Paddle sports: Canoe and kayak rentals at North Campground let visitors explore waterways at their own pace. "Did canoe loop which was pretty easy to follow. Saw some big gators especially by the boat ramp," reports Pam G., suggesting paddlers should maintain awareness of wildlife while navigating the marked water trails.

    What campers like

    Spacious sites: Campsites at South Campground — Chicot State Park provide adequate room for setup and activities. "This was a quiet spot surrounded by woods but near the super clean bathroom! There was a fire pit, grill and picnic table for use," shares Ali C., appreciating the convenient amenities.

    Wildlife viewing: The natural setting attracts diverse animal species throughout the year. "There is a ton to see as far as wildlife goes...armadillos, alligators, tons of birds, snakes, etc," explains Andrea F. about her experiences at the park, mentioning multiple wildlife encounters during hiking and biking activities.

    Clean facilities: Magnolia Hill RV Park maintains well-kept common areas despite rural location. "Super friendly staff, clean bathroom and laundry facilities, full hookups and very quiet. In the wild so expect bugs but nothing that made our stay uncomfortable," reports Jess&Tony after their overnight stop.

    What you should know

    Weather considerations: Summer camping requires preparation for high temperatures and humidity. "Not too many wild flowers this trip," mentions Cat R. from North Campground, suggesting spring visits may offer better flora viewing opportunities.

    Wildlife precautions: Local fauna requires appropriate safety measures during camping activities. "Beware of snakes!" warns Cat R. after hiking the trails at North Campground — Chicot State Park, indicating hikers should remain vigilant on trails.

    Bathroom facilities: Toilet accessibility varies between campgrounds with different maintenance schedules. "Toilets are available by the parking lot, but no sinks. Bring extra toilet paper just in case they run out," advises Gabriella L. about Kisatchie Bayou facilities.

    Tips for camping with families

    Playground access: Younger children benefit from dedicated play areas between outdoor activities. "There is a nice playground for the kids as well as a nice shower house," mentions Paula W. about Colfax RV Park, indicating family-friendly amenities.

    Splash pad availability: Water recreation options provide cooling opportunities during hot months. "Fishing, canoeing and hiking trails are available as well as splash pad for the kids," notes Timothy O. about the family amenities at South Campground.

    Weekend noise levels: Busier periods may affect camping experience for families seeking quiet. "The only down side is that it can get a little crowded and noisy on busy weekends," mentions Toby D. about Chicot State Park, suggesting weekday visits for quieter experiences.

    Tips from RVers

    Road access considerations: Vehicle approach routes require planning for larger RVs accessing glamping areas. "Entrance road is gravel and very steep but I was able to drive my 34' motor home up pulling my jeep no problem," shares Mark J. about Magnolia Hill RV Park.

    Hookup availability: Full-service sites offer different levels of electric connectivity. "Campground has bath house with individual showers. 30 amp hookups," notes Pam G. about North Campground, providing essential information for power requirements.

    Site spacing: Privacy between sites varies significantly across campgrounds. "Not enough space between campers to even light a fire," cautions Cat R. about North Campground, suggesting researching specific site numbers when booking for more isolated glamping experiences near Gardner.

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