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Recent Tent Reviews In Grand Isle
39 Reviews of 1 Grand Isle Campgrounds
Nicola M.
Guide
St. Bernard State Park
Great Spot—Bring Bug Spray…
We really liked this state park. Super friendly staff, clean restrooms, clean and inexpensive laundry facilities, lots of space between sites. But bring your bug spray. We stayed when it was fairly damp outside and the mosquitoes were ferocious! We would definitely stay here again when in the area. It was quiet and a good place to stay to visit New Orleans.
Clyde B.
Traveler
Swampman RV Paradise, LLC
Quiet picturesque rv park with a great owner
Located bayou side with open grounds is this very quiet, professional rv park. Very pet friendly, an accommodating owner and very clean everything made my stay here memorable.
Great fishing on the dock, wonderful cookouts and an abundance of friendly people made this one of my favorites.
- AAnnika B.
ScoutSt. Bernard State Park
Amazing
really nice campground, showers, bathroom, mirrors, laundromats, garbage (&racoons), loud animals during the night, 20 minutes of drive to be in downtown new orleans
- BBarbaraTraveler
St. Bernard State Park
NOLO oasis
Green, quiet, access to nature. Nice nature trail. Birds.
Chris L.Guide
Military Park New Orleans Joint Reserve Base/NAS Aviation Arbor RV Park
Awesome Military Campground
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.
Untrammelers B.GuideSt. Bernard State Park
Lovely, spacious, and clean
Loved our site! It was huge! Nice walking trails and close enough to town that you could ride your bike. I did not like the laundry options. The machines were fine but resented that I had to sign up for an app and add my credit card info to that app for it to work. Had to add a minimum amount and now I can’t find another campground that uses that app so I’m kinda out of that money until I find another laundry facility that uses this app.
- MMichelle R.Guide
St. Bernard State Park
Bad
Already left a review, just trying to add pictures.
- Armand B.Scout
St. Bernard State Park
St Bernard State Park
Great option for staying over near New Orleans. 20 minutes east of city. 50 campsites. 1-15 very spacious back sites closer together. I like 3 and 11. Clean bath house laundry kids splash park area. Nearest big stores about 15 minutes away so stock up beforehand. 20-28 dollars a site.
Emily C.Guide
Grand Isle State Park
Cool night on the beach
We stayed on a beach site in October of 2020 and it wasn’t too crowded - all of the sites are in a line down the beach front but there’s decent space in between each spot and they back up to the dunes. It’s a gorgeous beach front to walk down and it’s decently isolated from developed areas of grand isle. There is a picnic table at each spot and we hid our food container underneath it, however we didn’t secure it enough and animals got into it over the night. There is no cover or respite from the sun or sand, and the bathroom is near the parking lot. Perfect time of year because the nights were cool , however you can’t avoid an early wake up with the sun and heat in the morning.
Wendy C.GuideSt. Bernard State Park
Good price
We stayed here for a week while visiting friends in Nola. It wasn’t a great location to the city as it was about 40 minutes away. It was a great price at about $20 a night and dispersed spots. Had a nice trail that we took the dogs on.
Kelly E.
RangerSt. Bernard State Park
March 2022
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. Buses are available but it seemed like it would take three buses to get anywhere. Spacious camp sites. Hook ups. Nice to see diversity of users at this campground compared to white folk of the north running from the cold (which I’m one of 😊). Friendly and helpful staff. Nature trail is worth a walk!
- Kelly E.Ranger
Grand Isle State Park
CLOSED until further notice March 2022
Campground is closed to the public post Hurricane Ida. Camp sites are being occupied by displaced locals. Locked gate with 24/7 guard at the gate.
Eric L.TravelerSt. Bernard State Park
Great stay!
Staff is fantastic - friendly and so helpful. Facilities are clean and the campground is well taken care of. WiFi is available but useless speeds for anything at all, but cell service is fine, if you need connectivity during your stay. Sites are roomy and spaced nicely. Park gate closes between 9 and 10, so if you’re checking in late make sure you call the campground during their hours to get the gate code. There’s a railroad nearby, might disturb light sleepers. Really enjoyed it here though - just mentioning things above in case they’re deal breakers for anyone.
marisa D.ScoutSt. Bernard State Park
Close getaway from new orleans
Nice small park, splash pad,walking trail. Staff is attentive.
Nicholas S.GuideSt. Bernard State Park
Great stay - clean restrooms
Great campground. Clean bathrooms with private showers. Laundry available. Two good sized playgrounds for kids and a really huge splash pad.
Pool is no longer open. Closed permanently.
Some sites are more private than others
- llaurie B.Scout
St. Bernard State Park
Quiet and roomy Sites
Quiet and 30 mins to New Orleans. Sites are roomy. Trail is long , can be wet if it rains so bring your waders.
Stephanie D.ScoutSwampman RV Paradise, LLC
Accommodating owner, low key environment
This spot is one of a handful of private campgrounds in operation after hurricane last August. Largely occupied by long-term stays, but had a few sites available when I needed something on short notice. Even though he didn’t have any sites available for more than one night, when I had some issues with my rig and needed another night so I could meet with a mobile tech, he let me plug in elsewhere on the property. Also loaned me a 30 amp to 110v adapter.
The campground itself is basic. Sites are close together. There is no shade. Full hook-ups available, but no bath house. However he does have a laundry room.
There is a dock and boat launch on the property.
It is located on a working canal with shrimp boats docked and traveling up and down the canal. There is a cannery right down the way.
Not picturesque in the traditional sense, but if you want to see what a working community is like, this is the place to be.
- AAl L.Guide
St. Bernard State Park
Extremely Surprised
I needed to stop and make a few repairs on my rig. I checked in at the gate without many questions. Was I a Vet? Yes. “That’s a discount and thank you for your service” the reply came. Are you over 62? Yes. That’s a discount. Just overwhelmed with the courtesy that was extended. Thank you beautiful lady at the gate.
- Andrew R.Scout
Grand Isle State Park
Very convient
The beach was a 5 minute walk from the campground. The park was clean with clean restrooms and nice people mainly quiet. Kind of narrow paths so be careful if your bringing a big trailer that doesn’t turn so sharp.
JP A.GuideSt. Bernard State Park
Great state park
I love how they have their sites arranged so it didn't feel like you were right on top of each other.
All the facilities were clean and the showers actually have hot and cold knobs and didn't shut off every 30 seconds (big plus on this trip)
I did have a Crawfish walk through the campsite.
- GGary P.Ranger
Grand Isle State Park
Very RV orientated for a state park
Very well done and very RV orientated, Nicely spaced level sites. Decent dell service on both ATT & Verizon. Quite a hike to the beach thru mosquito infested under brush. The wholeark islevel making for easy bike riding.
Ray & Terri F.
LegendGrand Isle State Park
Nice small park at the end of the island
The campground is nice and well maintained. We were in site 14 for 8 days. Some of the turns, though open, were a little tight for bigger rigs, with several leaving deep tracks in the soft ground and mud. Most of the sites, though reasonably level, had fairly large low areas that tended to flood with water a few inches deep. The water did tend to drain within a day or so after the rain stopped. AT&T coverage was“fair”, generally with 3 Bars and up to~9 MB/s, but usually around or less than 0.4 MB/s. Although the campground is supposed to have WiFi, I was unable to get a connection to it. There is no cable, but we did have DISH satellite coverage at our site, as would any of the sites, so I didn’t test OTA DTV channels
The beach area was nice, but it was rainy and very windy most of our stay, as two major winter storms raged across the country, though Terri did get out to walk it whenever the weather permitted. One day we did see a shoal of porpoises just out from the park’s pier.
There is only one trail in the campground looks to have low lying areas that flood or hold water most of the time, making hiking it problematic. Although there is a grocery/hardware/everything store a just a few miles down the road, their selection of groceries was rather limited, so don’t plan to get fancy.
- KKristina M.Traveler
Grand Isle State Park
RV park and beach camping
Good spot for fishermen and birding, but the sites are not private at all. The electric sites are $30 a night and it’s an RV park with manicured lawns covered in tiny mammal poops and lawn trimmings and 1-2 palm trees per site. You get electric and water, but the water tastes very chlorinated. There’s at least 2 dishwashing stations. Great access to the beach, lots of shorebirds and skimmers, spectacular sunrise and sunset. The bathrooms are nice too, but far from the electric sites so it’s a hike or a bike ride to use them. Showers are hot and clean. The tent sites feel more private since it feels more nature-y on the beach and less like a neighborhood, and they each have a fire ring and picnic table. Mosquitos are a given for the region, as is heavy morning dew in January. Some great casual southern dining options nearby.
- HamzaScout
Grand Isle State Park
Beautiful place
It was thanksgiving morning when si arrived the place is beautiful after so much driving it’s worthed The lady in the entrance was kind of didn’t want to work the holiday By the grass or the lagoon it was lot of mosquitoes and flies other then that everything amazing
Bounding AroundLegendGrand Isle State Park
Unique Area of Louisiana
This park is way south in Louisiana. It was a super interesting area to explore. We had some of the best fried chicken we have ever had from a gas station! The beach view isn’t the greatest with oil rigs dotting the horizon, but it is such an interesting area and we are so glad we checked it out! The campground was nice and it also had free laundry which is a huge plus!
- LLelia R.Scout
Grand Isle State Park
Nice,clean
All pull through, paved sites. Nice boardwalk to the beach. Don’t expect clean white sand and blue water though. If you like to fish, this is your spot. BRING FANS AND BUG SPRAY
Trip Over LifeRangerGrand Isle State Park
peaceful camping with beach access
When I stayed here in April it was basically empty other than some fishermen. Peaceful and quiet. Easy beach access; maybe better suited to beach walks than swimming though. Free laundry too!
Guide to Grand Isle
Camping near Grand Isle, Louisiana, offers a unique blend of natural beauty and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
What to do
- Explore the beach: Grand Isle State Park Campground is just a short walk from the beach. One visitor mentioned, "The beach was a 5-minute walk from the campground. The park was clean with clean restrooms and nice people mainly quiet."
- Wildlife watching: At Bayou Segnette State Park Campground, you can bike around and spot various birds and even some gators. A camper shared, "Riding bikes around the park was pretty sweet. Saw lots of birds and a few gators."
- Visit New Orleans: Many campgrounds are close enough for a day trip to the city. One reviewer noted, "It was about 20 mins from New Orleans! We took a Lyft and enjoyed the city for a day."
What campers like
- Spacious sites: Campers appreciate the roomy sites at St. Bernard State Park Campground. A visitor said, "Lots of space between sites."
- Friendly staff: Many campers rave about the helpful staff. One review stated, "Super friendly staff, clean restrooms, clean and inexpensive laundry facilities."
- Quiet atmosphere: Campers enjoy the peaceful environment. A reviewer mentioned, "It was quiet and a good place to stay to visit New Orleans."
What you should know
- Mosquitoes can be fierce: If you're camping at St. Bernard State Park Campground, be sure to bring bug spray. One camper warned, "But bring your bug spray. We stayed when it was fairly damp outside and the mosquitoes were ferocious!"
- Road conditions vary: Some campgrounds, like Bayou Segnette State Park Campground, have rough roads leading in. A visitor noted, "Rough road entering campground, needs work."
- Limited amenities at some parks: Campers at Jude Travel Park of New Orleans found the park basic. One review stated, "It's basically a gravel parking lot with hookups."
Tips for camping with families
- Choose family-friendly parks: Look for campgrounds with amenities like pools and playgrounds. One camper at Jude Travel Park of New Orleans mentioned, "There’s a nice pool and hot tub on the premises."
- Plan for activities: Make sure to have a list of activities to keep the kids entertained. A visitor at Grand Isle State Park Campground said, "It’s a gorgeous beach front to walk down."
- Pack snacks and drinks: Having food on hand can make family outings easier. One camper at New Orleans West KOA noted, "We got food delivered and enjoyed full hookups."
Tips from RVers
- Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the campground's site dimensions. A reviewer at French Quarter RV Resort mentioned, "Sites were level concrete. Nearly all back in but skilled staff helps you back in."
- Be aware of noise: Some campgrounds are near busy roads or train tracks. A camper at Three Oaks & A Pine RV Park said, "It is by a train depot, so there is considerable noise."
- Plan for limited services: Some parks may not have WiFi or other amenities. A visitor at Lake Pontchartrain Landing noted, "NO free wifi provided."
Camping near Grand Isle, Louisiana, can be a fantastic experience with the right preparation and knowledge. Enjoy the beautiful scenery and the unique charm of the area!
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular tent campsite near Grand Isle, LA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Grand Isle, LA is Marrero Travel Park with a 0-star rating from 0 reviews.