We live nearby so we have camped here countless times and attended many events here. This is the first place our youngest camped, and she has asked to have multiple birthdays here. I normally wouldn't review a state park so highly, because generally they aren't remote or secluded enough. Yet in this case I am just genuinely glad we have this resource so close to the city.
The campsites are standard, but be cautious of water, this is a bayou after all. We stayed in a cabin once and balked a bit at the price and the 2 day minimum, but wow. They are more like floating condos. They are roomy, clean and decorated much better than I expected.
In our many visits over the years we have come to know a ranger or 2. And one thing I know is that these people care about this place alot.
We are a family that does alot of camping. My 11 year old calls State Parks camping for beginners. 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. Lauke Fausse itself appears to be a very small park. What land there is to explore is beautiful. But people this is Louisiana, you are smack dab in the middle of wetlands so be prepared for damp, humid and buggy. Our biggest mistake was not providing enough time to get canoes.or kayaks. The large majority of this state park is water, which you are encouraged to explore. A large number of sites even have small docks. If you, like us, have friends who like to say the want to come camping but then panic when they can't find wifi, haha, your best bet is over by pavilions near old bird island. Available are premium sites, a couple TENTR sites, and apparently a site only accessible by canoe.
https://www.lastateparks.com/parks-preserves/lake-fausse-pointe-state-park
This is truly the most incredible trip we have ever taken. This place is magical. The 3 mile hike with lots of gear was a bit much but we learned alot about what not to do and what not to pack. We slept under spanish moss covered trees and had a beach to ourselve during the day. It really felt like we had this gorgeous barrier island just for us. We came on Labor day weekend and only saw one other person on the beach. And wild horses, that's real! If you only camp one more time in your.life, this is the place. Just be prepared, and you will have an epic, unforgettable time.
We have camped here once before covid and attempted to after, but to the best of my knowledge the area has alot of closures still. If you are looking for a spot in Kisatchie NF with lots of amenities, this is your camping spot. You will be walking distance from the lake, showers, and flush toilets. The area seemed very crowded for my preferences during the day but at night I was kind of glad to have close neighbors. We are fairly certain we heard coyotes and possibly bobcats? We fell asleep to the sounds of the long pines swaying and dropping leaves. On another trip we took a little float in our inflatable kayak in the lake. Really a great spot, especially if you don't enjoy primitive camping. Also keep in mind there is a primitive camp also. They do not take online reservations so I suggest coming early during busy times.
We camped here with a small group including 2 couples, one kid, and 2 dogs. It rained all day until right when we arrived but we weren't about to let that ruin a much needed weekend. That said the bayou was VERY high, and the site was very wet. But nothing irks me more than reviews of various parks and campgrounds getting docked stars because nature is outside! That said the first night was a little challenging, but that is largely why we love camping, the challenges. It is fun to find solutions as a group, and with kids. We just surrounded our fire pit with leaves and pine needles to help dry the area and we were good to go. There are vault toilets in the parking lot, but they are quite a walk from the bayou, and the area we camped, heads up if that is a deal breaker. All in all Red Bluff has been one our favorite sites. It is very remote and secluded, which we loved.