Campgrounds near Lockport, Louisiana provide access to both freshwater and saltwater fishing. This region sits at elevations typically below 10 feet above sea level, creating a unique wetland camping environment with abundant waterways. During winter months (December-February), temperatures moderate to 50-70°F, offering more comfortable camping conditions than summer's intense heat and humidity.
What to do
Fishing from dedicated docks: Swampman RV Paradise, LLC offers bayou-side fishing opportunities directly from the property. "Great fishing on the dock, wonderful cookouts and an abundance of friendly people made this one of my favorites," notes one visitor.
Watch working waterways: Observe authentic commercial fishing operations along the canals. At Swampman RV Paradise, "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," according to one camper.
Explore historic sites: St. Bernard State Park Campground serves as a convenient base for visiting Chalmette Battlefield. "When here, you are very close to the Chalmette Battlefield National Park and Cemetery where the famous battle of New Orleans took place. This park offers great history lesson and period dressed reenactments," explains a camper.
What campers like
Wildlife viewing: Lake End Park Campground & Marina offers diverse wildlife encounters. "The fishing is fantastic down here and the wildlife is incredible. You will see alligators of course along with rabbits, black squirrels, osprey bald eagles as well as seagulls and pelicans given our close proximity to the gulf coast," reports one visitor.
Beach access: Families appreciate the man-made beaches at Lake End Park. "Kids love the man made beach. Adults love the fishing and marina. There is a lunch/snack bar. Very friendly people. Great day use area. Picnic area in grass next to beach," notes a reviewer.
Proximity to New Orleans: New Orleans West KOA serves as an affordable base for city exploration. "This campground is nice because its super close to everything. I stayed there while I was doing some community service in New Orleans, and it was very convenient. It's about 25 minutes from the French Quarter," mentions one camper.
What you should know
Working waterways atmosphere: Unlike typical scenic campgrounds, many campsites near Lockport feature industrial canal settings. "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," describes a Swampman RV Paradise visitor.
Limited shade: Most campgrounds in this region lack substantial tree cover. "There is no shade. Full hook-ups available, but no bath house. However he does have a laundry room," notes a camper at Swampman RV Paradise.
Late arrival procedures: When arriving after office hours, call ahead for instructions. At Bayou Segnette State Park Campground, "The bathrooms were kept clean. The campground was nice. Getting around was a bit confusing but the lady on the phone gave very detailed instructions since we were arriving after hours."
Highway noise: Several campgrounds experience traffic noise due to proximity to major roads. At Lake End Park, "The park is located in just inside a 90° curve in the highway with two sets of rumble strips in each direction. Being located practically within the city limits of Morgan city, noise from traffic and the rumble strips doesn't quiet down until well after midnight and picks back up again in full force around 5 AM."
Tips for camping with families
Play areas: Catfish Cabins and Campground offers family-friendly amenities. "There are cabins and RV sites with FULL HOOKUPS, WiFi, cable, fish cleaning stations, a pool, and a washer and dryer."
Splash pads for cooling off: St. Bernard State Park features water play options. "There is a splash pad that was a huge hit for the little boys. This is the parks main attraction for the locals. Sunday's the locals get in free but it was not packed."
Insect management: Pack insect repellent for children, especially during evenings. At Lake End Park, "Bring bug spray and sunscreen," advises one visitor.
Fire ant awareness: Inspect tent sites before setting up. "My particular campsite was covered in fire ants that would start to build colonies within all your camping equipment left on the ground outside and they also built a major ant city underneath our tent," warns a Lake End Park camper.
Tips from RVers
Concrete pads: New Orleans West KOA offers stable parking surfaces. "Our site was a level concrete pad," notes one RVer.
Water pressure management: Bring regulators for some campgrounds. At Bayou Segnette, "The spots are quite level. The water quality is good. Bring a preasure regulator as it seems to be higher than normal preasure."
Limited maneuvering space: Some parks have tight spacing between sites. At New Orleans West KOA, "The spaces are a bit tight, only RV spots have a fire pit."
Security considerations: Several campgrounds offer enhanced security measures. "The security is great. The spots are quite level. The water quality is good," reports a camper at Bayou Segnette State Park.
