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Top Free Dispersed Camping near West Monroe, LA

6 Reviews

Searching for the perfect place to dispersed camp near West Monroe? Here you'll find a diverse selection of places to camp, including remote dispersed camping to boondocking, and everything in-between. Each dispersed site offers quick access to one or more of West Monroe's most popular destinations.

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6 Reviews of 2 West Monroe Campgrounds

  • Lea B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Russell Sage Wildlife Management Area
    March 7, 2024

    Russell Sage Wildlife Management Area

    Dispersed and quiet

    I ended up in the hunting-open dispersed area. There is plenty of space to fit quite a few campers there, but the ground was soft. There were no gravel parking areas, etc. I read the reviews about bears and put my ring doorbell out in hopes of a glimpse, but no such luck.

    We could hear local cows and dogs but nothing so loud as to disrupt our sleep.

  • Mic F.
    Camper-submitted photo from Sugar Creek Hunt Camp Dispersed
    April 12, 2022

    Sugar Creek Hunt Camp Dispersed

    Peaceful

    We found this spot after seeing that North shore wasn't maintained and south shore was too crowded. It's just a pull off area at the end of a two mile gravel road. It is a hunt camp so you might have a truck or two drive by but other than that we were the only ones out here so it was real quiet and there's at least three "spots" where a big rig like ours (35ft) can fit just fine. There are vault toilets and secure trash cans which were nice to have. Decent enough service.

  • Harrison M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Russell Sage Wildlife Management Area
    December 15, 2020

    Russell Sage Wildlife Management Area

    It’s a good one

    For quick free road side camping this is the spot! Easy parking, Zero cops, had a campfire, cooked food, slept in my hammock right between the wildlife sign. No complaints would stay again!

  • UnnamedAdventures
    Camper-submitted photo from Russell Sage Wildlife Management Area
    December 11, 2019

    Russell Sage Wildlife Management Area

    Worst WMA Land Ever Visited

    This WMA land is the worst that I have ever stayed at. If you stay here and don’t need to leave your vehicle your probably safe. We ended up staying here on our drive from Texas to Alabama and thought it was a great spot on the map to stop as its close to the highway(Historic Highway 80). The location was great due to the proximity to the highway and there was very minimal road noise. Since we got their late at night we were unable to really get a full lay of the land. We pulled in and used the turnaround and setup camp. After an incident that night with our dog rolling in human feces we knew we wouldn’t like the site of the camp in the morning. After we cleaned him(thank goodness we had lots of water and dog shampoo) we went to bed only to hear barking of stray dogs. The next morning we kept our dogs on a tight leash and were in disarray with the amount of garbage and trash around the camping area. Overall don’t stay here unless you absolutely have to. The road in is Gravel and.05 miles from a paved road. Russell Sage WMA is open Year round. There are 1-5 campsites at this location and the maximum RV length is 25 feet. You may stay 14 days at Russell Sage WMA.

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Guide to West Monroe

Camping near West Monroe, Louisiana, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a place to enjoy outdoor adventures, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Fishing and boating: Many campgrounds, like Lake D'Arbonne State Park, provide access to lakes where you can fish or rent boats. One visitor mentioned, "The park has great hiking trails, sites by the lake, and now I’ve discovered the biking trails too."
  • Hiking: Trails are available at places like Lincoln Parish Park, where one camper noted, "The walking path around the lake was really nice. The bike trails were really fun."
  • Wine tasting: For a unique experience, check out Landry Vineyards Grape Escape RV Sites. A camper shared, "We arrived close to the tasting room closing time, but were able to call in an order for wine, cheese & crackers to be delivered to the campsite."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. One review for Poverty Point Reservoir State Park Campground stated, "Very clean facilities. Friendliness of staff was superb."
  • Spacious sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy spots for tents and RVs. A visitor at Lincoln Parish Park mentioned, "Large wide spots with paved cement made it easy to park and level."
  • Natural beauty: Campers love the scenic views. A review for Chemin-A-Haut State Park highlighted, "Quiet shady campsite. Not very full at all so it was peaceful."

What you should know:

  • Limited amenities: Some campgrounds, like Gum Springs Recreation Area, have basic facilities. A camper noted, "There is a vault toilet and one spot for potable water."
  • Wildlife: Be prepared for local wildlife. One visitor at Moro Bay State Park Campground mentioned, "Wildlife sightings were bald eagle, white-tailed deer and lots of grey squirrels."
  • Road noise: Some campgrounds near highways, like Ouachita RV Park, can be noisy. A camper said, "Expectable highway noise."

Tips for camping with families:

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A review for Landry Vineyards Grape Escape RV Sites advised, "Follow the directions to staff gives you and not the GPS if you have a big rig!"
  • Full hookups: Look for campgrounds with full hookups for convenience. A visitor at Jimmie Davis State Park Campground mentioned, "Good lake for fishing and water sports, many sites you can park your boat very close."
  • Plan for weather: Be prepared for changing weather conditions. A camper at Chemin-A-Haut State Park noted, "If it rains it's muddy in the site."

Camping near West Monroe, Louisiana, has something for everyone. Whether you're looking for a quiet getaway or a fun family trip, you'll find plenty of options to explore.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular dispersed campsite near West Monroe, LA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near West Monroe, LA is Russell Sage Wildlife Management Area with a 3.6-star rating from 5 reviews.