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Best Campgrounds near Norco, LA

398 Reviews

Campgrounds near Norco, Louisiana primarily cluster along the Mississippi River corridor and within a 30-minute drive of New Orleans. Bayou Segnette State Park Campground and New Orleans West KOA provide established camping options with both tent and RV sites, while Bonnet Carre Spillway Boat Launch offers a more rustic alternative. Most developed facilities in this region accommodate both RV and tent camping, with select locations like New Orleans West KOA also featuring cabin rentals for those seeking additional comfort. The low-lying terrain around Norco creates a distinctively southern Louisiana camping experience characterized by bayou proximity and wetland environments.

Louisiana's subtropical climate influences camping conditions year-round in the Norco area. Summer months bring high humidity and temperatures regularly exceeding 90°F, while winter provides milder camping weather with occasional cold fronts. Many campgrounds offer full hookups to accommodate air conditioning needs during warmer months. Reservations are strongly recommended for developed campgrounds, particularly during Mardi Gras season and spring festivals when tourism peaks in nearby New Orleans. Roads within state parks and established campgrounds remain accessible to standard vehicles, though some areas may experience temporary closures during heavy rain events. "The security is great. The spots are quite level. The water quality is good. Bring a pressure regulator as it seems to be higher than normal pressure," noted one visitor to Bayou Segnette.

Proximity to New Orleans represents a significant draw for many camping areas near Norco. Campers frequently mention the convenience of staying at these campgrounds while exploring city attractions. The New Orleans West KOA provides shuttle service to the French Quarter, making urban sightseeing accessible without navigating city traffic. Several camping areas also offer water recreation opportunities, with boat launches available at locations like Bonnet Carre Spillway and Fontainebleau State Park. Wildlife viewing, particularly bird watching and occasional alligator sightings, enhances the camping experience throughout the region. As one camper observed at Bayou Segnette: "We biked around the huge campground and there was lots to see. About 20 mins from New Orleans! We took a Lyft and enjoyed the city for a day."

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Best Camping Sites Near Norco, Louisiana (70)

    1. Bayou Segnette State Park Campground

    43 Reviews
    Westwego, LA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (504) 736-7140

    "They’ll also let you drive through to pick an available spot. very clean laundry room! Loads were $1.75

    • hot showers :)
    • stop at Joe’s Donuts for beignets :)

    Cons

    • bathroom design is meh."

    "Unaware of just how difficult it would be to secure accommodations I decided to check out the local state park, located just a few short miles outside of New Orleans proper.  "

    2. New Orleans West KOA

    19 Reviews
    Kenner, LA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (504) 467-1792

    $77 - $98 / night

    "We liked that this was 30 min outside of New Orleans so completely away from the bustle of the city. Our spot wasn't that level but we managed. Make sure you have extra blocks for your jacks."

    "Campsites are crowded in next to each other and you cannot see the river because of the levee."

    3. Bonnet Carre Spillway Boat Launch

    2 Reviews
    Norco, LA
    2 miles
    +1 (985) 783-5090

    "Near New Orleans and the airport. No hookups. Must register online."

    4. Fontainebleau State Park Campground

    77 Reviews
    Mandeville, LA
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (985) 624-4443

    "We were on spot #138 and were close to the dump and the camp host. Very convenient for using the tote.  This is a bit older park, but we liked it. "

    "This is a beautiful state park located on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain ( 30 min north of New Orleans)."

    5. New Orleans RV Resort & Marina

    15 Reviews
    Metairie, LA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (504) 286-8157

    $75 - $170 / night

    "This is a great park tucked away from everything yet only 15 minutes to bourbon street and 10 minutes to Frenchmen. Great place to stay on the water."

    "2 roadways to enter/exit resort. A car can drive toward north but some potholes would not advise RV on road toward lake pontchaitrain."

    6. French Quarter RV Resort

    9 Reviews
    Westwego, LA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (504) 586-3000

    $105 - $250 / night

    "Overall very nice and excellent location. Staff is helpful and friendly and it’s a walk to the French quarter."

    "Walking distance to French Quarter. Bit noisy as it’s by the highway but didn’t bother us. Great pool and friendly staff."

    7. Fairview-Riverside State Park

    32 Reviews
    Madisonville, LA
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 677-3247

    $18 - $33 / night

    "Had a playground for the kids next to campsite. Walking distance to a picturesque river with lily’s and mangrove trees."

    "We always enjoy our stopover night here on the drive to Alabama. It is our go-to place. The Otis House tour and other artifacts are interesting and worth the time."

    8. Tickfaw State Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    Maurepas, LA
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (225) 294-5020

    "This was one of the first places in the area to have a splash park for my children to run and play while staying cool in the south Louisiana heat."

    "Tickfaw State Park is a Louisiana State Park located just outside of Springfield, LA.  The park is not very large, but big enough not to constantly run into people. "

    9. St. Bernard State Park Campground

    22 Reviews
    Belle Chasse, LA
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (504) 682-2101

    $20 - $28 / night

    "Holy Goodness it is HOT in South Louisiana in May. Campground and Site 9: nice and roomy sites with electric, water, grill, fire pit, picnic table and shade trees."

    "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."

    10. Wisner Blvd - Overnight Parking

    3 Reviews
    Metairie, LA
    19 miles
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  • Lisa M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 10, 2025

    St. Bernard State Park Campground

    Clean park just outside of New Orleans

    We ended up staying here for 10 nights as we were having vehicle issues. All the park staff we came in contact were very nice and accommodating. The spaces are far apart from each other but a little on the narrow side. I did notice spaces 7, 12 and 14 had sewer hook ups. There might have been more. They do give a senior discount so I think it was $14 a night to stay there if you were over 62. Nice hiking trail in the area, but beware of the ginormous banana spiders that weave their webs across the trail. The bathhouse was probably a three or four on a scale of five. They did have laundry facilities, which were inexpensive, $1.75 to wash and $1.75 to dry. You can drive your car up about 10 miles to the Algiers ferry terminal and take your vehicle across the Mississippi with a jazzy pass And then drive up to Algiers point where you take a passenger ferry across to the downtown area of New Orleans. Nice and convenient. And you don’t have to worry about parking as you can park on the street in Algiers. My few complaints would be the dump station is located to where you have to use it coming into the park instead of leaving the park. Also, there is a little bit of train noise as it’s relatively close to the tracks.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 22, 2025

    Lakeside RV Park

    Clean, Organize, Friendly Overnight Stop

    Arrived an hour early but no hassle, they were ready. It was raining hard but they lead me to my spot gladly. Bathrooms were well maintained, clean. Little store had essentials and they weren’t overpriced. They are easy in an out from interstate. I only stayed overnight but was a pleasant visit; you use them again. My site didn’t have a view of the lake but didn’t care just stayed overnight. The site was level and easy to back in.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 6, 2025

    Fairview-Riverside State Park

    Ok for a stop over

    Ok for a stopover. We had to book 2 nights since it was a weekend. This might be a good place to stay if you were attending an event in New Orleans such as a game. But the sites are super close together and not much shade. They have wifi but when we connected it said ‘no internet’ so apparently it wasn’t working. AT&T cell service was 5G.

    Handicap bathrooms are decent but lights are motion censored so can turn off on you while you are in the shower. People at the front entrance are very nice but seem a bit frazzled. They could use more staff to take the load off. I do believe there are homeless people coming in here without paying to shower and stay in their cars from time to time from what I heard from staff. Did not witness this however.

  • Taylor C.
    Apr. 3, 2025

    Fontainebleau State Park Campground

    Not my favorite but not terrible

    I really expected more from them considering it’s all anyone can talk about. Bathrooms were usually clean but quickly dirtied. Showers didn’t drain but they have water fountains for you to fill bottles. It had poured a few days before we went and had to switch sites three times before getting one that was even remotely dry. Definitely way more an rv park than for tent camping. All of the tent spots were either not very maintained or close together. Out of the 100 something people camping there only a handful were friendly to us. Did not have that campground vibe.

  • Martha H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 27, 2025

    Bonnet Carre Spillway Boat Launch

    Nice find for a night

    Nice level grass area easy to get in and out. Near New Orleans and the airport. No hookups. Must register online.

  • Gary S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 10, 2025

    St. Bernard State Park Campground

    NOLA

    Nice level site with W&E hookups. 20 to 30 minute drive to the French Quarter in New Orleans. Very clean campground.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 9, 2025

    Bayou Segnette State Park Campground

    Location, location, location .

    Great location for the New Orleans area. Pool, boat ramp, laundry and showers. Beautiful floating cabins. Free wifi.

  • ron R.
    Feb. 20, 2025

    Bayou Segnette State Park Campground

    Stayed for a week

    I was here for a week.  The security is great.  The spots are quite level.  The water quality is good.  Bring a preasure regulator as it seems to be higher than normal preasure.  Each site has a picnik bench, fire pin and grill.  Asphalt parking area for camper.

Guide to Norco

Camping near Norco, Louisiana, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful getaway or an adventure-filled trip, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Explore nature trails: Many campers enjoy hiking the trails at Bogue Chitto State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "The hiking trail connects just across the road, so easy access but kind of hard to find the trailhead."
  • Wildlife watching: Campers at Fontainebleau State Park Campground have spotted plenty of wildlife. One reviewer said, "Tons of wildlife to be seen. The raccoons are smart, and not scared of humans, lol."
  • Fishing and boating: At Lake End Park Campground & Marina, you can launch your boat and enjoy fishing. A camper noted, "The fishing is fantastic down here and the wildlife is incredible."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers at Bayou Segnette State Park Campground. One guest said, "Bathrooms were clean. Site was a good size, plenty of shade."
  • Spacious sites: Many campers enjoy the roomy sites at Tickfaw State Park Campground. A visitor mentioned, "The site had a very nice deck with a picnic table. The site had full hookups for water, electricity, and sewage."
  • Friendly staff: Campers often rave about the helpful staff at Fairview-Riverside State Park. One reviewer shared, "Staff very friendly and helpful, this was our first time camping in our camper and we were happy for advice."

What you should know:

  • Bug spray is a must: Campers at St. Bernard State Park Campground recommend bringing bug spray. One camper warned, "But bring your bug spray. We stayed when it was fairly damp outside and the mosquitoes were ferocious!"
  • Road noise can be an issue: If you're sensitive to noise, be aware that some campgrounds, like Lake End Park Campground & Marina, are near busy roads. A visitor noted, "Sites are close and there is road noise but we were one of 5 occupied sites."
  • Check for site conditions: Some sites may have flooding issues, as mentioned by a camper at Grand Isle State Park Campground. They said, "Most of the sites, though reasonably level, had fairly large low areas that tended to flood with water a few inches deep."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Look for kid-friendly activities: Many campgrounds, like Sun Outdoors New Orleans North Shore, offer fun amenities for kids. One family said, "Our kids loved the lazy river, putt putt, and ice cream parlor."
  • Plan for wildlife encounters: Kids will love spotting animals, but be cautious. A camper at Bogue Chitto State Park Campground mentioned, "Saw lots of birds and a few gators."
  • Bring outdoor games: Campers at Fontainebleau State Park Campground enjoyed playing games outside. One reviewer said, "There’s lots to do and see in this state park."

Tips from RVers:

  • Choose your site wisely: RVers at Bayou Segnette State Park Campground recommend checking site conditions before booking. One RV owner said, "Most of the sites are uneven, but have electric and water hookups for $30 a night."
  • Be prepared for tight spaces: Some campgrounds, like Tickfaw State Park Campground, have narrow roads. A visitor noted, "The road to the site was a bit narrow for our 40’ 5th wheel."
  • Check for discounts: Many parks offer discounts for seniors or military members. A camper at Fairview-Riverside State Park mentioned, "We began to put the jacks down and kept stopping... we found out upon arrival that LA State Parks give a 50% discount for seniors 62+."

Camping around Norco, Louisiana, has something for everyone. Whether you're in an RV or tent, you'll find plenty of options to enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near Norco, LA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Norco, LA is Bayou Segnette State Park Campground with a 3.9-star rating from 43 reviews.

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