Louisiana is known as Cajun country, where the land there was formed from sediment washed down by the Mississippi River, forming huge deltas and massive areas of coastal marsh and bayous with alligators and tree frogs and trees lined with spanish moss. Ibis and egrets fly through longleaf pine forests and wet savannas are filled with orchids, pitcher plants and sundews. Camping in Louisiana is an experience like no other. Whether it’s by RV, tent or just under the starlit sky, camping in Louisiana is an adventure unlike anywhere else in the United States. 


But it’s not all wetlands and marshes. Enjoy the best of coastal camping in Louisiana’s beachside community of Grand Isle. Located where Highway 1 meets the Gulf of Mexico, it’s the closest Louisiana beach from Baton Rouge and New Orleans, making these destinations a convenient day trip while you’re camping. 


Grand Isle is, in fact, an island and a town, with small, locally-owned shops and a state park just made for camping. With 63 sites available, Grand Isle State Park is a great place to camp on the beach and cook the seafood you just caught during July’s Grand Isle Tarpon Rodeo, an event that brings together the best saltwater fishermen in the world. Or, if you like bird watching, the Grand Isle Migratory Bird Festival offers plenty of opportunities to see a myriad of bird species return home from South America. Of course, there’s plenty of swimming, hiking, crabbing and boating in Grand Isle as well. 


Another great place for camping in Louisiana is Tunica Hills, which belongs to the Bluff Hills portion of the Mississippi Valley Loess Plains and extends from the Natchez, Mississippi area to St. Francisville, Louisiana. Managed by the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, the Tunica Hills Wildlife Area is northwest of St. Francisville and covers more than 5,900 acres of rolling hills and scenic beauty.


Remember when I talked about the wetland and marshes? Tunica Hills isn’t anything like that; in fact, it’s unlike any other area in Louisiana. In Tunica Hills, you’ll find springs and waterfalls, rugged terrain, cliffs 90 feet high, deep gorges and lush, diverse plant life and animals you won’t find anywhere else in the state.  


And while Tunica Hills is known for hunting, a variety of other activities offer campers plenty to do such as horseback riding, hiking, ATV riding and sightseeing. And if you’re a birding enthusiast, then you’ve hit the jackpot because rare birds such as the Coopers hawk and worm-eating warbler live within the thick forests there. It’s no wonder John James Audubon was inspired to paint his famous bird series there in the early 1800s. 


Louisiana is full of other places to go camping. Don’t worry, we’ve got more recommendations. And while you’re camping in Louisiana, you might as well cook like you’re in Louisiana. 


Let us know how your experience in Louisiana was by leaving a review of your campground on The Dyrt. 

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[**Midway RV Park & Marina**](<midway-rv.com>)\*\* was purchased in September of 2021 by Randy & Tina Stone. Since the change of ownership, many improvements have been made, not forgetting that this is Louisiana and guests that visit the facility should experience the real Louisiana. This is not a fancy “resort” style RV Park. It is for those not interested in swimming pools, lots of concrete, tiny RV sites, and crowds. It is a Louisiana style country place offering great service. It is laid-back and clean with owners who appreciate their guests and treat them with southern hospitality. That is the number one goal of the Stones– making their guest comfortable and happy.​\*\*

**We also have great monthly rates for those wanting an extended stay.**



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Visitors to Custis Camp can enjoy an out-of-the-way camping area within the National Red Dirt Wildlife Management Preserve. Although this camp is a designated hunter's camp, it can be utilized year around by general forest visitors. Very primitive site with limited facilities.

Custis Camp

Our mission here at Natchitoches Pecan Orchard RV Park is to make your stay as enjoyable and relaxing as possible. We are a 51 slot park located in a beautiful orchard with lots of shade. Most of our slots are pull throughs with 50 amp hookups that can accommodate larger RVs. Our spacious and clean bath house is handicap accessible and houses a coin operated laundry mat. 

Our park is surrounded with the beautiful history that Natchitoches, the oldest settlement in Louisiana, has to offer. Come tour one of the gorgeous plantations in the area, fish and play on our beautiful Cane River Lake, shop at the boutiques on historic Front Street or enjoy delicious food at one of our many restaurants. There are also many festivals throughout the year including our world famous Christmas Festival. Come celebrate with us! We would love to be a part of your visit and help plan your stay! 

Our park is located right along the famous Cane River Heritage Trail and is 15 miles south of Historic Downtown Natchitoches. 

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The Gum Springs Campground is located in an area of hilly terrain and natural springs. Gum Springs Recreation Complex exhibits recreation design and construction from the Civilian Conservation Corps era of the 1930's. Gum Springs campground offers basic recreation opportunities of picnicking and camping and is close to Gum Springs Horse Camp and Trail. See more about equestrian camping opportunities by clicking here.

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Every day is filled with things to do around historic Natchitoches! Natchitoches is the original French colony in Louisiana established in 1714, and the oldest surviving settlement of the Louisiana Purchase. Nakatosh Campgrounds are ideally located only minutes from three historic fort sites, Creole plantation homes, the Cane River National Heritage Area, many museums, historic homes and churches, an alligator park, a fish hatchery, and recreational outdoor activities including fishing, hiking, canoeing, or walking through a nature preserve. Experience the charm of Natchitoches during the Festival of Lights and Christmas Festival, one of the nation’s oldest community-based holiday celebrations. Whether you’re an avid camper looking for the best Natchitoches campground, or just an RV park to “call it a night” in your home away from home, the Nakatosh Campgrounds offer plenty of options to suit any need.

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Visitors to Coyote Camp can enjoy an out-of-the-way camping area within the National Red Dirt Wildlife Management Preserve. Although this camp is a designated hunter's camp, it can be utilized year around by general forest visitors. Very primitive site with limited facilities. There is OHV access to the Sandstone Trail.

Coyote Camp

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