Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Zachary, LA

Baton Rouge KOA welcomes dogs at tent sites, RV spots, and cabins throughout the year. Campers must keep pets on leash at all times, and the campground features a designated dog park area for off-leash play. Farr Park RV Campground provides full hookups with 50-amp service for pets and their owners, offering convenient access to the Mississippi River levee biking trails where dogs can exercise. Courtneys RV Park maintains a clean, quiet environment for pets and campers with laundry facilities, showers, and toilets. Grounds are kept very clean and staff maintain a friendly atmosphere for pets and their owners. Tunica Hills Campground and Tickfaw State Park Campground also accommodate pets at their cabin and tent sites.

Leashed dogs can explore walking paths along the Mississippi River levee near Farr Park, located just 3 miles from downtown Baton Rouge and 2 miles from LSU. During football season, the park offers shuttle service to LSU stadium for pet owners. The dog park near Baton Rouge KOA remains clean and well-maintained, with a separate large dog area accessible via bike or foot just outside the property. Summer temperatures in Louisiana require extra precautions for pets, including morning or evening walks to avoid heat exposure. Pet owners should note that Green Acres Campground has been renamed Peaceful Pines RV Park and no longer allows tents. Bergersons on the Bayou Campground similarly prohibits tent camping while maintaining pet-friendly policies for RV campers.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Zachary, Louisiana (34)

    1. Baton Rouge KOA

    13 Reviews
    Denham Springs, LA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (225) 664-7281

    $35 - $70 / night

    "We have stayed here for 4 consecutive years for the Louisiana Marathon weekend in January and couldn’t ask for a better home base for one of our favorite race weekends."

    "Basic campground with pool, awesome dog park area at campground. If leAve Koa property towards back via bike or foot there is a nice park with playground equipment and another large dog area"

    2. Farr Park RV Camground

    9 Reviews
    Plaquemine, LA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (225) 769-7805

    $35 - $44 / night

    "Great paths for walking. Its hot but the bugs are not overwhelming. Close to the college and downtown."

    "Bike path trailhead is there, with extensive pathways on the levee."

    3. Shelby J's RV Park

    2 Reviews
    St. Francisville, LA
    15 miles
    +1 (225) 719-1158

    "Wanted to tour southern plantations there in St Francisville, Louisiana. Amanda was very nice and helpful. $34.04/night."

    4. Green Acres Campground

    2 Reviews
    St. Francisville, LA
    13 miles
    +1 (225) 635-4903

    "Quite, peaceful and in a close location to town. Would stay here again if I am ever in the area. They have change their name to Peaceful Pines and the name says it all."

    5. Courtneys RV Park

    1 Review
    Baton Rouge, LA
    17 miles
    +1 (225) 933-7782

    6. Night RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Denham Springs, LA
    16 miles
    +1 (225) 275-0679

    7. Lakeside RV Park

    12 Reviews
    Walker, LA
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (225) 686-7676

    "All concrete sites and a beautiful lake. Covered play area for kids and a nice dog walk area."

    "The grounds were well manicured, there is a large pond/small lake with a walking path around half of it. There are a few pull through site but the back-Ins have the better views."

    8. Tunica Hills Campground

    12 Reviews
    Angola, LA
    30 miles
    Website

    $20 - $110 / night

    "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."

    "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"

    9. Feliciana Oaks RV Park

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    Zachary, LA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (225) 300-3164

    $35 - $50 / night

    10. Bergersons on the Bayou Campground

    1 Review
    St. Francisville, LA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (225) 627-9292
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Zachary, LA

203 Reviews of 34 Zachary Campgrounds


  • J K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 20, 2019

    Baton Rouge KOA

    Exactly what you need when visiting Baton Rouge!

    We have stayed here for 4 consecutive years for the Louisiana Marathon weekend in January and couldn’t ask for a better home base for one of our favorite race weekends.

    They offer regular pull thru spots with both 30 and 50 amp full hook ups and deluxe with a fire ring and patio space. The campground and bath house are kept clean and there is even a dog park for your furry camping friends.

  • Nicole R.
    Aug. 3, 2019

    Baton Rouge KOA

    Great dog park

    Basic campground with pool, awesome dog park area at campground. If leAve Koa property towards back via bike or foot there is a nice park with playground equipment and another large dog area

  • Kerrie M.
    Sep. 15, 2022

    Punkin Park Campground

    Nasty place

    There are derelict travel trailers laying around.  It smells of sewer.  When it rains it is very muddy,  with ankle deep water.  One of the managers drives around on a golf cart,  harassing the tenets.  Knocking on doors in the middle of the night.  There is a dirty old man,  who lives there, he preys on women. The managers outside dog has heartworm,  keep your pet safe.  You have to pay $10 per person a day to use the pool.  They charge $10 per person per day to fish in the lake,  no fish.

  • J
    Jun. 14, 2024

    Camp Margaritaville RV Resort Breaux Bridge

    Super fun place to be

    Our site was $63 a night for 5 nights & $79 for two nights. We got a weekly rate of $574.16

    We were in Site# 2144 The check in was at 12pm and Check out is at 11am.
    We had Full hook- up with a concrete pull-through.
    We travel towing a 14 foot trailer and were able to fit both in our pull through site along with my jeep.

    The site was easy to level.

    Our site was fairly shaded with one tree. This was a smaller lot with our neighbors fairly close.

    The lot comes with a concrete patio with picnic table and fire ring.

    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.

    There is not a community outdoor kitchen but do have quite a few community fire pits.
    They sell wood but were out the entire week we were there.

    They pickup your garbage at your site daily.

    You are allowed to ride personal golf carts. They also allow you to rent golf carts. It is beneficial to have a golf cart to get around since it is a large campground. They would not let us use our e-bikes around the campground.

    They do have multiple swimming pools including a water playground and splash pad. There is a huge hot tub. We especially loved the 21+pool with swim up bar. Water Amenities are open from March 29th-October 26th. You can also rent poolside cabanas. They have a few smaller ponds for catch & release fishing.

    They have a decent general store with some food, accessories, and clothes options.

    There is a separate Activity Center for kids. There are tons of scheduled activities for kids like gem mining, tie dying, candle making, candy bar bingo, sand art, etc.

    There is a Playground. They also offer pickleball, cornhole, and basketball sport court. There is a Game room for kids. They have a workout room for adults.

    There are three bars (one serving food) and a separate concession stand that also serves food.

    Right outside of the park is a delicious restaurant/fresh seafood market with a daiquiri drive thru (many flavors).

    There is live music on site!

    The streets are paved and good for riding bikes. There is not really anywhere to ride bikes outside of campground.

    They have multiple RV slip options along with cabins/cottages/villas for rent. Tent camping is not allowed.

    They have many shower houses. The shower house has individual bathrooms with your own sink, shower, toilet. These are kept very clean.

    There is a few laundry facilities. They allow you to use cash or credit card. It is approximately $2 to wash and $2to dry a load.

    They have a fenced in dog park (Barkaritaville) with a dog wash. It is located in the back far corner of the park.

    Bugs were a little bit of an issue and bug spray was definitely needed.

    There were no trails to hike in the campground but the park is so huge, it is a great walk within itself.

    We shopped at the local market outside of the park and the Piggly Wiggly. We went on the Cajun Food Tour and definitely recommend this (link on CM’s website).

  • M
    Dec. 5, 2022

    Lake Fausse Pointe State Park Campground

    So many employees

    So many employees yet the bathrooms were dirty and trash was on the ground. Many bbq stands were broken and tent pads under water. Otherwise, camp was good. Way off the beaten path, quiet, spacious, lots of water which means lots of mosquitoes. Camp host had pet off leash so rules are not followed. Great discounts for military.

  • Tyler H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 5, 2021

    Tickfaw State Park Campground

    Primitive trip

    Have visited twice. First visit, my original campsite was flooded and was able to switch to another site. Last trip was good but site 35 is very close to 33. The fire rings are within 30 feet of each other and can hear other campers talk, however the primitive sites were nice. They have about 4-5 trails, a splashpad, nature center and you can rent a canoe. Had alot of fun and is pet friendly.

  • Txmohawk
    Dec. 29, 2020

    Camp Margaritaville RV Resort Breaux Bridge

    Peaceful & Clean

    Let’s start that COVID sucks, a lot is closed due to the CVD but it’s also a holiday week I will add as we celebrate the New Year. During the week it is quiet, and pretty empty. Pet friendly, decent space between spots, all 30/50A cable sewer water hookups.

  • Taylor C.
    Mar. 9, 2024

    Tunica Hills Campground

    Campground was great!

    Ms. Brenda is the best! This campground has all the amenities! Hot water is tricky but the coffee pot makes up for it. There’s a microwave as well. Most of all the sites are separated by the ravines. 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. Brenda has wood you can purchase if you forgot or run out. We were right next to the bathroom, sink, and shower.


Guide to Zachary

Pet friendly camping near Zachary, Louisiana offers options ranging from state park facilities to private RV parks. The area sits at approximately 100 feet above sea level with a humid subtropical climate and average summer temperatures reaching into the 90s. Many campgrounds in this region maintain wooded sites providing natural shade during hot Louisiana summers, with water access points along rivers and lakes.

What to do

Fishing opportunities: Tickfaw State Park Campground provides access to multiple fishing spots, including a dedicated fishing pier. One visitor noted, "There's a small fishing lake behind the CG down a short road between sites 15 and 17. The lake has a cool boardwalk fishing pier that was in good shape."

Nature observation: Tunica Hills Campground offers unique terrain for Louisiana with ravines and diverse wildlife. A camper shared, "The terrain is amazing couldn't believe I was actually in Louisiana," while another mentioned they "hiked down to the creek from the site and also went on trail C at tunica."

Water recreation: Lakeside RV Park features a lake suitable for relaxing and fishing. A reviewer commented, "The lake views were amazing in the morning watching the sun come up," showcasing the scenic water access available for campers.

What campers like

Clean facilities: Campers consistently praise well-maintained shower and bathroom facilities at campgrounds near Zachary. One visitor to Baton Rouge KOA mentioned, "Clean park with friendly, helpful staff. Sites are closely spaced but we didn't feel cramped or invaded. Full hookup site with a level concrete pad. Pool and hot tub were clean and well maintained."

Family amenities: Many parks offer dedicated recreation spaces for children. A reviewer at Lakeside RV Park highlighted, "Love the amenities they provided we loved the playground that was covered which allowed us to play with our kids in the heat of the day and even with rain."

Convenience: Proximity to Baton Rouge attracts many visitors. A camper at Farr Park RV Campground shared, "Pull through site. On grass. Level. With water and 59 amp. Easy to get to. First come first serve so you can come as early as you like and then spend a full day exploring LSU and Baton Rouge."

What you should know

Tent camping restrictions: Several RV parks formerly allowing tents have changed their policies. A reviewer at Peaceful Pines RV Park (formerly Green Acres) warned, "This place is no longer green acres campground. It is now pleasant pines RV Park. No tents allowed."

Wildlife awareness: Given the swampy terrain, wildlife encounters are common. A camper at Tickfaw State Park Campground noted, "There's a dirt trail that goes around the lake but be aware there are some pretty good sized gators lounging about."

Seasonal flooding: Water levels affect trail and campsite availability in certain parks. One visitor advised, "Check Tickfaw River levels (or call park) because when the river is high, 1 or 2 of the trails could be under water."

Tips for camping with families

Covered play areas: Multiple campgrounds provide shade structures over play equipment. A visitor to Lakeside RV Park observed, "They also had a pool that was very clean and nice laundry on premises. Bathroom to use was also very clean."

Educational opportunities: Farr Park RV Camground includes equestrian facilities offering unique wildlife viewing. A camper mentioned, "This campground is so romantic with coral sunsets and country vibes. Spots are spacious and not crowded so you can spread out... Perfect views of the horses I could watch them all day."

Recreational activities: Many parks offer structured activities for different age groups. At Baton Rouge KOA, a visitor shared, "Putt putt golf and the game room were enjoyed by all, especially the grandkids."

Tips from RVers

Senior discounts: State parks offer significant savings for older travelers. A camper at Tickfaw State Park Campground reported, "When we booked the reservation we used the 20% military discount but found out upon arrival that LA State Parks give a 50% discount for seniors 62+ and you don't have to be a state resident."

Site selection: Some parks have notable differences between sites. At Tunica Hills Campground, a visitor advised, "Most campsites are secluded from others. I recommend this place to anyone."

Hookup quality: Reliable utilities matter in Louisiana's climate. As one RVer at Tickfaw noted, "No dip in electricity at peak usage. Good water pressure. Free laundry for campers. Our site was lined with woods and gave us the feeling of seclusion."

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