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Tent camping in the Tunica Hills area near St. Francisville, Louisiana offers several primitive and established options in a unique landscape unlike most of Louisiana. Tunica Hills Campground provides walk-in tent sites in a secluded setting with some basic amenities, while Tunica Hills WMA Campground offers more primitive tent camping in an open field setting within a Wildlife Management Area. Richard K. Yancy Sand Levee Campground, located about 10 miles from St. Francisville, provides free primitive tent camping opportunities with drive-in or walk-in access.
Most tent campsites in the Tunica Hills area require campers to carry gear from parking areas to their sites, particularly at Tunica Hills Campground where vehicles are not permitted at the sites. Tunica Hills Campground offers more amenities than most local options, including porta-potties, outdoor showers, a dishwashing station and an outdoor kitchen area. The WMA campground features only basic facilities with porta-potties and a deer cleaning rack during hunting season. Richard K. Yancy Sand Levee Campground is entirely primitive with no marked sites, requiring campers to bring all supplies including drinking water, as noted in visitor feedback.
The terrain throughout the Tunica Hills area features ravines and varied topography atypical for Louisiana, creating secluded tent sites separated by natural features. The campgrounds provide good access to nearby hiking trails, including Clark's Creek for day trips. Campers should note the remoteness of these locations, with the nearest supplies being several miles away. Wildlife encounters are common, particularly at Richard K. Yancy, where raccoons, possums and armadillos frequently visit campsites. Mosquitoes can be problematic, especially at lower elevations near water. As one camper observed, "The tent sites are leveled and so comfortable that you can sleep right on the ground. You can drive 8 miles into Mississippi to Clark's Creek for an awesome day of hiking."
Best Tent Campgrounds near St. Francisville (5)
1. Tunica Hills Campground
"Brenda is doing it right. 1/2 mile hike in or Ms Brenda giving you a ride back to the sites on her alterian vehicle. No vehicles allowed."
"Be wary of arriving at night, as there are no lights and it is pretty difficult to get set up. Visitors can choose to hike into the campground or be driven in by ATV if available."
Check Availabilityfrom $20 - $110 / night
2. Tunica Hills WMA Campground
"This campground is in a Louisiana Wildlife Management Area in Tunica Hills. Did not get to spend a night but spent an hour checking out this site. Basically an open field."
Check Availabilityfrom $7 / night
3. Richard K. Yancy Sand Levee Campground
"Nice nature feel to the campgroud..its primitive but does offer potable water for cleaning equipment and such..had a great time camping here"
4. Lamar Dixon Expo Center
"Great location. This is a great central location to the baton rouge and even new orleans area. Lamar Dixon is huge, and usually has some type of event happening."
"Lamar Dixon outside Baton Rogue but not far from New Orleans either. This is a good in between spot to pitch your tent and visit all the very cool places roun'cher."
5. J & W Campground
Drive Time
- 30 min from Baton Rouge, LA
- 1 hr 4 min from Hammond, LA
- 1 hr 22 min from Lafayette, LA
- 1 hr 48 min from Alexandria, LA
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Tent Camping Reviews near St. Francisville, LA
116 Reviews of 5 St. Francisville Campgrounds
John C.
RangerSherburne WMA
Great free spot. Easy gravel road access.
As stated before, this small campground is also a public shooting range. The range was occupied from 7am to 7pm the day I stayed. A vault toilet is available at the entrance. The sites are decently maintained and you can access the water from most.
- TTyler S.Scout
Farr Park RV Camground
Don’t come here
We called asking for late check in and they said no problem, just pay in the morning at the office. We spend 2 nights here with no one in the office, checking both the equestrian building, the stables and the office multiple times. Left several phone calls and emails with no answer. Got a short text from someone saying there’s an employee in the equestrian building. The young girl who finally helped us was rude and short. Zero communication or organization whatsoever around the campground. They clearly don’t care about their customers. Nice for a cheap place to stay but don’t expect to be helped at all. Couldn’t get the WiFi password.
Nancy K.
GuideClear Springs Lake Rec Area NF Campground
National Forest campground open during Government lockdown.!
This campground is located in the Mississippi Homochitto National Forest. There are two camping areas the Upper Loop and the Lower Loop. My site was in the lower loop. Each site has water and electric. There is a bathhouse with hot showers. There is a beautiful picnic area. Hike around the lake for a short hike or there are other trails with longer distances.
Nov 2025: I stopped back here on my way out of Mississippi. This time very dissapointing. My Site's firepit was full of trash & food. Trash cans were overflowing and the bathhouse was not as clean as before. I did not see the campground host this visit.
Angela G.GuideSouth City Park
Good for overnight
$11.00 collected by city employee. Park by playground. Electric & water available. No dump station. During the day a little noisy as it’s a park with walking trail, soccer field, baseball field. Quiets down late in day. Gates are closed midnight and open at 7:00 am. Good T-Mobile coverage.
- SSusan R.Guide
Farr Park RV Camground
Great location
Stayed Thu-Sun on an LSU football game weekend. Didn’t see anyone at the office- but spaces are well marked for finding the reserved spot. We were in B6- so no real shade- in the late afternoon the only decent shade is on row E. We had good cell signal and were able to stream.
When we arrived there were very few campers- but the park got a lot more visitors by late Friday. It was still pretty quiet throughout the stay. Many of the “campers” were large class A or Fifth wheels, but there were a few smaller units like ours (17 ft. TT). The spaces are grass which was obviously recently mowed and the driveway is white gravel/rock. We used the back trail to get to the levee to ride our e bikes and went on about a 30 mile ride south past L’Auberge, and then we went on another 10 mile ride north toward the capital. The bike paths are in good condition and there are a good number of walkers/runners/bicyclists/and scooters using the paths. I checked out the bath house and it was clean and well maintained. There were 4 (ladies) showers and 3 stalls. There are multiple spaces for campers to dump, although we needed to use the front spots due to height. We decided to get an early start on Sunday morning and were at the dump station before 8- only one other unit arrived when we were finishing up- there wasn’t a line to wait in for us. We will definitely return to Farr for another game weekend. We really enjoyed our stay.
- Brenda D.Scout
Clear Springs Lake Rec Area NF Campground
Sadly disappointed
I went to visit Cleat Springs. It is run down, roads are narrow and broken up, there are water moccasins in the lake. Nothing like the beautiful place it was.
- Olivia W.Guide
Farr Park RV Camground
Safe and Clean
Needed a placed to stay in Baton Rouge for a weekend and didn’t want to pay $300 for a hotel so I decided to car camp.
Plenty of spaces open in April, was a perk to be able to see the animals too.
Quiet area, well kept. I only paid $10 per night since I didnt use any hookups.
Would definitely stay again.
- RRod A.Ranger
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.
Guide to St. Francisville
The Tunica Hills area surrounding St. Francisville offers primitive tent camping options in a region characterized by unique loess bluff topography with elevations reaching 400 feet above sea level. These geological features create a microclimate that supports plant species uncommon elsewhere in Louisiana. Winter camping provides the most comfortable experience with temperatures typically ranging between 40-65°F and significantly reduced insect activity compared to summer months.
What to do
Explore nearby fishing spots: Richard K. Yancy Sand Levee Campground provides primitive camping with convenient access to fishing areas. "The campground is very primitive but very close to really nice fishing. There is hiking trail 1.3 miles down the road from this site (across the river) - but the fishing and hunting are what you are there for," notes Paula W.
Visit during events: Lamar Dixon Expo Center hosts various activities throughout the year. "Great location. This is a great central location to the baton rouge and even new orleans area. Lamar Dixon is huge, and usually has some type of event happening. If you camp there during these events, it is very convenient," explains Paula W.
Geocaching opportunities: Several tent camping locations in the Tunica Hills area offer access to geocaching activities. "There are areas for the kids to play in the woods some of the areas are steep and they needed supervision. It's about a 10 minute drive to the wildlife management area if you are in to that. Geocaching and several trails nearby," reports Leigh S. from Tunica Hills Campground.
What campers like
Unique Louisiana landscape: Tunica Hills Campground features terrain rarely found elsewhere in the state. "Nice campsite..we had the area to ourselves..alot of hiking trails nearby for all different skill levels..the terrain is amazing couldn't believe I was actually in Louisiana," writes David D.
Nighttime atmosphere: The secluded nature of tent camping sites creates distinctive evening experiences. "The campground is very secluded, so you get to experience the sounds of the woods at night. Clark's Creek is nearby for superb hiking. Port-a-Potty was clean. Road in to site is narrow, but camp host very nice," shares Fabein D.
Private camping areas: Most tent sites offer separation from other campers. "Stayed here awhile ago and it is still my favorite campsite in this area. Most campsites are secluded from others. I recommend this place to anyone," states Christian J. about his experience at Tunica Hills Campground.
What you should know
Wildlife encounters: Richard K. Yancy Sand Levee Campground attracts various animals that regularly visit campsites. "Had a few visitors (racoons, possums and armadillos) but they didn't bother me," reports Tyler H. after a November hunting trip.
Limited facilities: Most tent camping options require self-sufficiency. "It's a peaceful place to camp. Just make sure you bring all your supplies you think you might need because there isn't any store for miles," advises Matthew J. about Tunica Hills Campground.
Navigation challenges: Several camping locations require specific directions rather than GPS. "This campground is NOT accessible by GPS, and visitors must follow the online directions. Be wary of arriving at night, as there are no lights and it is pretty difficult to get set up," warns Tess E.
Tips for camping with families
Supervised play areas: Tunica Hills Campground offers natural play spaces with some safety considerations. "There are areas for the kids to play in the woods some of the areas are steep and they needed supervision (5&6 year old)," mentions Leigh S.
Trail difficulty assessment: Evaluate hiking trails for age appropriateness before bringing children. "We hiked down to the creek from the site and also went on trail C at tunica. I wouldn't recommend trail C if you have small kids unless you wear them in a pack," suggests Taylor C.
Recreation alternatives: The fishing pond at Lamar Dixon provides family-friendly activities. "There is a public fishing pond with a very nice solar lighted, paved track around it. Scouts often tent camp in that area but it is big enough to accommodate everyone," explains Paula W.
Tips from RVers
Shared hookup configurations: Lamar Dixon Expo Center has a particular arrangement for utilities. "The hookups are shared between 4 sites. Think the center of a rectangle made of 4 rectangles. However, the electrical at each hookup is a large electrical breaker panel with the receptacles on the sides of the panel. There were only 2 50A receptacles at my station," explains Jonathan L., noting that equipment split between phases may have operational issues.
Site independence: Some tent camping locations near St. Francisville provide basic amenities without staff intervention. "Called and staff was great. Arrived and guard was making rounds so I pulled in. He stopped me, confirmed via my e-mail who I was, showed me to my spot. INSISTED on hooking up my power immediately," notes Randy B., suggesting some campers may prefer self-setup.
Mosquito preparedness: Tent campers should bring substantial insect protection, particularly during warmer months. "We slept great here in our tent. Some things to consider: lots of trash left around the area, there was a fire still burning unattended when we arrived, car/truck/tractor/boat traffic is noisy at all hours of the day and night, no water for drinking unless you can dip and filter from the creek nearby, the mosquitoes here were insane!" warns Kera P.
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