Best Campgrounds near St. Martinville, LA

Camping options around St. Martinville, Louisiana include a mix of state parks, RV resorts, and private campgrounds that showcase the region's Cajun heritage and wetland ecosystems. Lake Fausse Pointe State Park Campground offers tent, RV, cabin, and glamping accommodations with boat-in access and hiking trails through cypress forests. Several developed campgrounds like Catfish Heaven Aqua Farm & RV Park and Poche's RV Park & Fish-N-Camp provide water-based recreation opportunities within 15 miles of St. Martinville.

The subtropical climate of southern Louisiana creates distinct camping conditions throughout the year, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. Many campgrounds in the area feature full hookups for RVs, though tent camping options exist at several locations. "This is a wet, humid and buggy area," noted one camper about Lake Fausse Pointe State Park. "Be prepared for damp conditions as you are smack in the middle of wetlands." Cell service varies significantly between campgrounds, with some locations like Lake Fausse Pointe having no coverage at all. Most developed campgrounds require reservations, especially during popular fishing seasons and local festivals. Mosquito protection is essential during warmer months when camping in this low-lying region.

Waterfront access represents a major draw for campers visiting the St. Martinville area, with many sites featuring private docks or water views. A reviewer highlighted that Lake Fausse Pointe has "sites right on the water with our own dock/deck" and recommended exploring the park by canoe or kayak since "the large majority of this state park is water." Mixed-use campgrounds typically offer fishing opportunities, swimming areas, and boat launches. Wildlife viewing is exceptional, with alligators, birds, and other wetland species commonly spotted. Campgrounds closer to town provide convenient access to Cajun cultural attractions, restaurants, and festivals, while those seeking more natural settings can find quieter options at state parks. The combination of water recreation and cultural experiences makes this region distinctive among Louisiana camping destinations.

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Best Camping Sites Near St. Martinville, Louisiana (58)

    1. Lake Fausse Pointe State Park Campground

    22 Reviews
    New Iberia, LA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (337) 229-4764

    "Close to the restrooms but not much through traffic. Dumpster was right across next to the bathrooms. Not a lot of street lights throughout the campground made things nice and quiet at night."

    "That said, we really enjoy the variety of parks we have in Louisiana for quick trips. Sometimes the forest beckons us and we don't have the time or resources to do the primitive thing."

    2. Camp Margaritaville RV Resort Breaux Bridge

    19 Reviews
    Breaux Bridge, LA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (337) 667-7772

    $35 - $265 / night

    "This is one of the busiest RV campgrounds in South Louisiana. Be sure that you have reservations well in advance. There's a pool with a bar, game room, playground and lake."

    "It is an easy access to the campground from highway -(less than 1 mile from highway).

    There is free WiFi. They offer Cable TV and there are many channels."

    3. Lafayette KOA

    22 Reviews
    Lafayette, LA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (337) 235-2739

    "Be careful though in picking your spots because some are in the way back and have no trees, which could be brutal in a Louisiana summer.  Nice playground for kids, mini-golf, and clean laundry mat. "

    "It has a lovely pond/ lake that the sites are situated around. It has easy access from the highway."

    4. Parkside RV Park

    5 Reviews
    St. Martinville, LA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (337) 330-2288

    $45 / night

    "St. Martinville (the plate lunch special at Joyce’s Market)."

    "New, clean, level, convenient to shopping and dining, great for walking or dog walking, next to huge sports complex but quiet."

    5. Poche's RV Park & Fish-N-Camp

    13 Reviews
    Breaux Bridge, LA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (337) 332-0326

    "We canoed in the Shake Your Trail Feather festival on Bayou Teche. The RV park was close the the canoe trailhead. Take the time to explore the city of Breaux Bridge. "

    "Rustic RV park located about 5 miles from I-10. Three big stocked fishing lakes. Private lakes so no license needed. Big club house with commercial kitchen. Full hookups and concrete pads."

    6. Maxie's Campground

    5 Reviews
    Lafayette, LA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (337) 837-6200

    $35 - $39 / night

    "My wife and are traveling for work and found this gem off the highway. Mr. Jason is incredibly communicative and helpful. There are plenty of shaded spots and windbreaks from all directions."

    "The website directs you to book your site online, but when we tried to do that, every single site showed as being available, which didn’t seem right to me, so we decided to just drive to the park first"

    7. Catfish Heaven Aqua Farm & RV Park

    4 Reviews
    St. Martinville, LA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (337) 394-9087

    $27 / night

    "Nice RV park in Louisiana. This park has mostly full timers and you slot will be small.

    The grounds were wonderful for children."

    8. Acadiana Park Campground

    8 Reviews
    Lafayette, LA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (337) 291-8388

    "While not the best kept up park, the attached nature center, miles of paths, and nearby attractions make this a recurring stop for us. The price is great, as well."

    9. Isle of Iberia RV Resort

    2 Reviews
    New Iberia, LA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (337) 256-8681

    $45 - $65 / night

    "Outside of that, I’m sure this park is amazing when there aren’t restrictions in place. There were some full timers there and they were so nice and welcoming."

    10. Cajun Heritage RV Park

    8 Reviews
    Breaux Bridge, LA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (337) 228-2616

    "Close to the atchafalaya basin. Good fishing."

    "Not much to do around the campground. It’s more of a hangout spot. Not bad overall."

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Recent Reviews near St. Martinville, LA

220 Reviews of 58 St. Martinville Campgrounds


  • Kevin H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 2, 2025

    Burn’s Point Park

    Nice area but……….

    Got here in the evening to set up. The area was loaded with huge horse flys. They swarmed immediately after exiting the car. Packed up and left.

  • Cindy S.
    May. 24, 2025

    Lafayette KOA

    Overnight stay

    Traveling between TX back to GA was the perfect place to stay overnight and relax before traveling home the next day!

  • Cindy S.
    May. 21, 2025

    Lafayette KOA

    Nice place to stay

    We are traveling to Texas from Georgia and needed a nice place to stay overnight. It was very relaxing.

  • Olivia W.
    Apr. 27, 2025

    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.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 23, 2025

    Parkside RV Park

    Very nice campground

    Campground is not very old, new construction. Just off the main highway south of Lafayette. Great spot if going the to Tabasco Factory. Bathrooms were clean with plenty of hooks to Hang stuff. My site was level and backed up to a farm Field; felt peaceful no road noises. They even called me the night before to see when I was arriving, thoughtful. Wanted to be sure I had all the information and codes if I arrived after hours.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 14, 2025

    Abbeville RV Park

    Great little RV park for visiting Abbeville

    This park is nestled in Abbeville, Louisiana. It is just down the road from Shucks oyster bar and a Catholic Church. It’s pretty quiet. There are a few walking trails, and not much else in the park.

  • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 5, 2025

    Maxie's Campground

    Basic and nice

    Stayed here with the Passport America discount and paid $23 for a 30 amp FHU site, so roughly double that for the full price. 50 amp is a bit more. Sites are all back in, and on the freeway, so it’s very loud. The website directs you to book your site online, but when we tried to do that, every single site showed as being available, which didn’t seem right to me, so we decided to just drive to the park first. Office was closed when we arrived (owners were at church), so we drove through the park, found an open site, found that site on their website, paid, and pulled in and set up. Owners pulled up to greet us and welcome us when they returned from church so I guess how we did it was fine.

     Park is very basic, but nice. Free hot showers, nice laundry room ($4 for wash, $1.50 for dry- expensive but the machines are bigger than normal). There’s also a coke vending machine. Dumpster here but no recycling. Park offers free wifi but my Kaspersky internet security didn’t like something about it (doesn’t usually alert me when I use public wifi), so I just used my cell phone hotspot. Good cell service with ATT and Verizon.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 31, 2025

    Camp Margaritaville RV Resort Breaux Bridge

    Absolutely perfect

    Okay, if you’re not into a bunch of fellow campers with children, I get that but how can you hate 3 pools with swim up bars, a giant hot tub and a well manicured park? Park really opens April 1 but we needed a taste of summer and we found it here

  • A
    Feb. 6, 2025

    Acadiana Park Campground

    Nice

    I called them the day of because I was traveling and I got a spot, got a code for the gate. Nice people, quiet


Guide to St. Martinville

Camping near St. Martinville, Louisiana, offers a unique blend of natural beauty and Southern charm. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun family getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to explore in this area.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Nature Trails: Explore the scenic trails at Lake Fausse Pointe State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "The hiking trails were very nice with lots of shorts and long options."
  • Fishing: Enjoy fishing at Poche's RV Park & Fish-N-Camp. A camper shared, "We had a very good time fishing."
  • Wildlife Watching: Visit Sherburne WMA for a chance to see alligators and various bird species. One reviewer noted, "You will see alligators of course along with rabbits, black squirrels, osprey bald eagles."

What campers like:

  • Spacious Sites: Campers appreciate the roomy sites at South Campground — Chicot State Park. A visitor remarked, "Our site was huge and even if there were other campers we would not have been able to see them."
  • Clean Facilities: Many enjoy the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers at Lake End Park Campground & Marina. One camper said, "Bathrooms were decent but smelled of cleaning products."
  • Friendly Staff: The welcoming atmosphere at Lafayette KOA is a highlight. A reviewer mentioned, "The folks at this campground were incredibly nice."

What you should know:

  • Mosquitoes: Be prepared for mosquitoes, especially at Sherburne WMA. One camper warned, "The mosquitoes were horrible."
  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds, like Baton Rouge KOA, can be noisy due to nearby highways. A visitor noted, "This isn’t a quiet campground."
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities. For example, Poche's RV Park & Fish-N-Camp has limited bathroom facilities, as one camper pointed out, "Only 2 women’s and 2 men’s toilets for the entire park."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and activities for kids, like Cajun Palms RV Resort. A reviewer said, "There are tons of scheduled activities for kids like gem mining, tie dying, and sand art."
  • Safety First: Always keep an eye on kids near water. One camper at Lake End Park Campground & Marina mentioned, "The fishing is fantastic down here and the wildlife is incredible."
  • Plan for Quiet Time: Some campgrounds can get rowdy on weekends, like Palmetto Island State Park Campground. A visitor noted, "Loud music. Long walk to bathroom."

Tips from RVers:

  • Level Sites: Ensure your RV site is level, especially at Lafayette KOA. A reviewer mentioned, "Some sites have cracked pads."
  • Check Hookups: Make sure to check the availability of electric and water hookups. One camper at Frog City RV Park noted, "They accommodate 30 and 50 amp electric with water and sewer."
  • Use Golf Carts: If the campground allows, renting a golf cart can make getting around easier, especially at larger places like Cajun Palms RV Resort. A visitor shared, "It is beneficial to have a golf cart to get around since it is a large campground."

Camping near St. Martinville, Louisiana, offers a variety of experiences for everyone. Whether you're fishing, hiking, or just relaxing, there's something for every camper to enjoy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near St. Martinville, LA?

According to TheDyrt.com, St. Martinville, LA offers a wide range of camping options, with 58 campgrounds and RV parks near St. Martinville, LA and 1 free dispersed camping spot.

Which is the most popular campground near St. Martinville, LA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near St. Martinville, LA is Lake Fausse Pointe State Park Campground with a 4-star rating from 22 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near St. Martinville, LA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near St. Martinville, LA.