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RangerSugar Creek Hunt Camp Dispersed
Free. Quiet. Gravel road in. Plenty of spots. Popular among hunters. There may be others here when you arrive. Bathroom. Dirt roads.
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Lake Claiborne State Park Campground offers pet-friendly tent, RV, and cabin camping with maintained trails and lakefront sites. All dogs must remain leashed throughout the park, including on the disc golf courses and along the King of the Mountain Trail with its wooden bridge and small waterfall. The bathhouse facilities are clean, climate-controlled, and well-maintained, making extended stays with pets more comfortable. Campers consistently report abundant wildlife viewing opportunities including whitetail deer, owls, and various waterfowl that can be observed while walking dogs around the grounds. Pet waste stations are positioned throughout the camping areas.
Beaver Dam Campground on Caney Lake permits pets at all 30 large, level sites with electric and water hookups. The spacious camping areas provide good separation between neighbors, allowing privacy while exercising pets. Dogs should remain closely supervised near the lake due to alligator presence, as campers have reported sightings of alligators up to ten feet long in the water. The Sugar Cane National Recreation Trail loops around the lake, providing excellent pet exercise opportunities, though dogs must remain leashed on all trails. Several lakefront sites offer direct water access where pets can cool off in designated areas away from boat traffic. Clean showers and restrooms are available, and camp hosts maintain the grounds daily, ensuring a pleasant environment for both pets and their owners.
Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Homer (40)
1. Lake Claiborne State Park Campground
"Many wonderfully marked hiking trails, two of the best frisbe golf courses in Louisiana. There's a nice little beach where the kids can play and a playground area as well."
"Nice hilly trails, very nice lake views, TONS of deer, nice little beach area. Very similar to Lake Darbonne State Park just a little older and shabbier facilities, still very nice."
2. Beaver Dam Campground
"We arrived around 2:00, about half of the sites were open. We stayed in #6 with great view of lake. Flat site and plenty of distance between sites."
"Only a few sites have access to lake. All sites tent to big rig friendly with electric and water. Cell service good."
19 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $25 - $50 / night
3. Kels Kove
"Kels Kove ls s hidden Gem, beautiful property alongside the lake. Very Friendly Staff and the property looks well taken care of. I met some really cool people and plan to visit a few times a year."
4. Corney Lake South Shore Campground
"Great primitive camping right by the lake. A few good spots to park boats/boards on the bank steps away from the campsite. Restroom with no sink or showers. Running water on site."
"Fantastic lakeside views, especially in the morning. Water hook ups next to most spots and primitive toilets in the middle of the camp area."
5. Huckleberry Hideaway Cabins & RV Resort – Primitive Tent Camping & RV Sites in Minden, LA
"You feel relaxed, your own private space, staff that are very friendly, you have trails to roam with your dog. They’re not long, but they’re really good."
Check Availabilityfrom $40 - $50 / night
6. Lincoln Parish Park
"Ruston is also an adorable little downtown areas to explore and has that heart of Louisiana fill. It’s also close to west Monroe where Duck dynasty hometown so that was a fun plus to visit!"
"Close to the restrooms but not much through traffic. Large wide spots with paved cement made it easy to park and level. Full hook ups were nice. Trash cans were at every other campsite."
Check Availabilityfrom $25 - $50 / night
7. Sugar Creek Hunt Camp Dispersed
"It is a hunt camp so you might have a truck or two drive by but other than that we were the only ones out here so it was real quiet and there's at least three "spots" where a big rig like ours (35ft) can"
8. Cinnamon Creek RV Park
"Close to the interstate. Clean bathrooms. Excellent space in the two bathroom/shower combos. Very clean floors and laundry area."
9. Lake Bistineau State Park Campground
"A taste of the swamps in north Louisiana. Spanish moss clad Bald Cypress trees in a stereotypical Louisiana lake. Two great boat ramps, cabins and picnic tables."
"Lake Bistineau is a great state park park near Shreveport, LA. We stayed 2 nights. The sites are very shady. The park streets and sites are asphalt. Some roads need repaving."
10. Kel's Kove Marina & RV Park
Drive Time
- 57 min from Shreveport, LA
- 1 hr 37 min from Texarkana, TX
- 1 hr 49 min from Longview, TX
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Homer, LA
168 Reviews of 40 Homer Campgrounds
- WWayne
TravelerLincoln Parish Park
This Campground is a gem. A short distance from I-20 is easy to find. Sites are paved and level. Free WiFi included. The comfort station was clean, and the showers had good pressure with plenty of Hot water.
Gail G.
GuideJimmie Davis State Park Campground
lakes and trees
after traveling, it’s nice to settle into the natural beauty here. We have FHU site, even has laundry here! Hot showers, but not much of signal from AT&T
- vvicki P.
ScoutFrank Anthony RV Park
This place is a dump and not a safe place to camp. This town offers nothing to do and very few restaurants and shopping. Gun fire is a regular occurrence. Don’t go there
- Gail G.Guide
Lake D'Arbonne State Park — New Lake D'arbonne State Park
peace, quietness and lake views
Love it here, has laundry, great views, nice and quiet😍 Passing thru La, State parks are our faves. Here for 2 nights, had nice hot showers, our clothes washed, and played some golf, and explored our second day. We have water and electric, have seen some campsites with full hook up. We close to the lake, with lots of trees for shade!
- SStephen B.Guide
Beaver Dam Campground
What a find!
Beautiful campground on the edge of a lake. Large sites with electric and water (I counted 29) and most were available when I arrived on a Sunday evening.
- Tina M.Scout
Lincoln Parish Park
Fabulous campsite
I stayed at campsite 34 on the primitive side. Easy walk to the bathroom and lake. The site was flat and easy to put up a tent. I was the only person on the primitive side probably because it was during the week. I loved the solitude.
Amanda R.ScoutHuckleberry Hideaway Cabins & RV Resort – Primitive Tent Camping & RV Sites in Minden, LA
Peaceful Retreat
Huckleberry hide is a little piece of heaven. You feel relaxed, your own private space, staff that are very friendly, you have trails to roam with your dog. They’re not long, but they’re really good. There’s restrooms and laundry room if needed near the front. They have a little dog park where your dog’s able to run off leash. If your dog is in training or sport training, they have a little thing up there set up as well. They got a little market when I accidentally forgot to get diced tomatoes when I was making spaghetti. That was a lifesaver. We have stayed at a cabin, which was nice and spacious. I had to get my mattress pad out for the bed, but overall it was a great cabin. Kristie has a little basket of snacks, a hairdryer, shaving cream, a razor, and a few other things underneath the cabinet in the bathroom in the cabin, just in case you forgot anything. This place has shampoo, conditioner, body wash, a tea, kettle coffee maker, like a little coffee bar. My husband loved that part. She had the trash bags and little odd in things that you wouldn’t think about there just in case you needed it. They thought so far ahead. Even salt, pepper, and some spices that are a lifesaver as well when you don’t have everything you need from home. They have really went above and beyond. There’s a hot tub here. And 6 miles away at their private home you can schedule a two hour swim. You have to pay a little fee for it. You also can get a longer time again pay a little fee for it. I have not done that yet, but I am hoping to very soon. They have electric, sewer, water hook ups for an RV set up for you here. By the pond has to be 30 foot long so it can fit as well as park car. Long length available in the front area. If you haven’t tried this place before you really need to put it on the list. You won’t regret it. It is a little expensive for a week. It’s amazing. The Wi-Fi is not that great. So if you’re just needing a little time out from your phone and from life, it would be perfect for you. If you need to work, bring a little Wi-Fi booster and you’ll be perfectly fine. Great place in my books!
- HHope H.Guide
Beaver Dam Campground
Tall Pines
I have been to this campground 3 times. It is convenient to I-20 and is set up for people with campers more than tenters. You will pay for electricity regardless of whether you need it, but it is a reasonable $5 surcharge per site as of 2026 (Total is $25).
I love the forest atmosphere of this place. Most sites are well-spaced. Birds and squirrels are plentiful. The lake is regularly used by fishermen. The restrooms are quite old. There is a difference between the two restroom locations (the first one you come to is better imo), so you might check them to see your preference. I did not use the showers.
Check ahead of time to see if there is a prescribed burn. I got there at dusk and they had been burning all day. Everyone had abandoned their sites (there were tags all over the place, but not one rig besides the host's). It was drizzling rain, and the fires were smoldering, and the light almost gone, so I chose a wide open site on the water and stayed anyway, sleeping in the cot in my SUV with all of the vents shut. It was fine. By morning, the rain had cleared out. all the smoke.
Guide to Homer
Camping areas near Homer, Louisiana feature typical southern pine forests with elevations ranging from 200-300 feet above sea level. The region experiences humid subtropical climate with hot summers reaching 90°F and mild winters rarely dropping below freezing. Most campsites in the area sit on rolling terrain with good drainage during the frequent rainfall that averages 54 inches annually.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Lake Claiborne State Park Campground offers excellent fishing with multiple access points. As one camper notes, "Lake Claiborne was a gorgeous lake to kayak on" and features "a long pier over the water" at some sites.
Mountain biking trails: Lincoln Parish Park has nationally recognized mountain bike courses with varying difficulty levels. A visitor mentions, "11 mile trail system for hiking/mt bike. Exceptional mt bike course," while another adds that "lots of hiking/mountain biking trails and a paved trail that goes around the lake" make it accessible for all skill levels.
Hiking and nature observation: The Sugar Cane National Recreation Trail at Beaver Dam Campground provides scenic hiking opportunities. A camper describes it as "a very beautiful Federal campground. Sites are scattered. Lots of shade, large trees" with "many beautiful hiking and bike trails" surrounding the area.
What campers like
Privacy between sites: Campers appreciate the well-spaced sites at Corney Lake South Shore Campground. One reviewer states, "Shaded lakeside view. Quiet spot with heavy tree cover" and notes that it's "a nice hangout spot shaded by the mature pines complete with a little pavilion."
Sunrise and sunset views: Lake Bistineau State Park Campground offers remarkable water views. A camper shares, "Sunset was beautiful" while another mentions "The views of the 'swamp' are great. It's dry, and apparently has been for some years, so there's a lush grass growing down to the water's edge."
Clean facilities: Many campgrounds maintain high standards for bathhouses. At Lake Claiborne State Park, a visitor notes, "Bath houses are new, clean and climate controlled. Plenty of sites to choose from when I stayed though all of the waterfront sites were taken."
What you should know
Wildlife awareness: Alligators inhabit many lakes in the area. At Beaver Dam Campground, a camper warns, "They pulled a ten foot alligator out of there so my morning swim was a little faster than usual."
Cell service limitations: Reception varies widely between campgrounds. At Sugar Creek Hunt Camp Dispersed, "Absolutely 0 service for AT&T or Verizon" is reported, while at Lake Claiborne State Park, a camper mentions "Wi-Fi did not work anywhere in park (signal broadcasted fine just no connection to internet) AT&T is non existent."
Weather preparations: The region's high humidity affects camping comfort. Sites with shade provide relief as one camper at Corney Lake notes, "It had to be (or feel like) 10 deg cooler with the breeze off the lake."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Kels Kove provides amenities for families with children. A visitor describes it as an "Awesome Lakeside Rv Park and Marina" with "beautiful property alongside the lake" making it ideal for families seeking water activities.
Swimming areas: Several campgrounds offer designated swimming spots. Lake Claiborne has "a nice little beach where the kids can play" and Lincoln Parish Park features "a swimming beach. Seasonal concession stand."
Nature education opportunities: Wildlife viewing provides learning experiences. One camper at Lake Bistineau State Park mentions, "Lots of wildlife to watch" while Lincoln Parish Park offers sightings of "Whitetail deer, owls, fish/gar, butterflies, dragonflies, fireflies, and much more!"
Tips from RVers
Site leveling challenges: Many campsites require preparation. At Lake Claiborne, a camper notes, "Not level ground, but we managed with enough blocks to get it level. This was a back in site."
Water and electric hookups: Most dog friendly campgrounds near Homer offer partial hookups. At Beaver Dam Campground, "Sites are large and level with electric and water hookups" though most lack sewer connections at individual sites.
Campsite selection: Arrive early for better sites. At Lake Bistineau State Park, "They do have a wooden platform (almost like a deck) at most sites that is pretty cool" but "It would take a little work to get level in most of the sites from what I can see."
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