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Camping in Louisiana
165 places to camp in Louisiana: 13 national forest and federal campgrounds, 2 state park campgrounds, 22 free dispersed and primitive spots, 128 private campgrounds and RV parks. The best camping months are Feb–May & Oct–Nov, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In May expect highs near 85°F and lows near 64°F.
Best areas to camp
- Around Lake Charles20 camps in the area within 25 miles
- Around Natchitoches19 camps in the area within 25 miles
- Around Shreveport17 camps in the area within 25 miles
- Around New Orleans16 camps in the area within 25 miles
- Around Lafayette15 camps in the area within 25 miles
Questions
When is the best time to camp in Louisiana?
The best camping months are Feb–May & Oct–Nov, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In May expect highs near 85°F and lows near 64°F.
Is there free camping in Louisiana?
Yes: 24 free or dispersed spots, mostly on national forest and BLM land.
Will I have cell signal camping in Louisiana?
At about 99% of camps, at least one carrier has 4G or better (FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous). Plan for no signal on trails.
Filter by camp type, amenities and activities, fly over any camp in 3D, then plan your trip.
Open Louisiana in Find campsThis week's picks
A different handful each week. Tap a camp to see it from above, check the weather and plan the drive.
- Tom Merrill Recreation AreaFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal
This recreation area is part of [Bayou Bodcau Reservoir](http://www.recreation.gov/recreationalAreaDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&recAreaId=143&agencyCode=130)
View camp → - Corral CampDispersed / primitive · Free · Cell signal
A Primitive camp inside the National Red Dirt Wildlife Management Preserve. This camp is available for OHV and general camping. No horse camping allowed.
View camp → - Bucktail Hunter CampDispersed / primitive · Free · Cell signal
Visitors to Middle Fork's Bucktail Camp and Turkey Trot Camp should expect very primitive camping. Both camps are designated hunter's camps which means they are only maintained during…
View camp → - Beaver Dam CampgroundFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal
Beaver Dam Campground is situated on the shores of Upper Caney Lake in the Caney Lakes Recreation Complex. The campground is located in a beautiful setting among woods, lakes and hills.…
View camp → - Pearson CampDispersed / primitive · Free · Cell signal
The Pearson Camp is a very primitive camping experience which has been designated a Hunter's Camp. Located on U.S. Hwy 167, the easy access to the camp and to the National Catahoula…
View camp → - Saddle Bayou CampDispersed / primitive · Free · Cell signal
The Saddle Bayou Camp is a very primitive camping experience in a bottomland hardwood setting. Nearby National Catahoula Wildlife Management Preserve make the Saddle Bayou a popular camping…
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Free camping in Louisiana
24 spots cost nothing: dispersed sites on national forest and BLM land and free campgrounds. Most have no water or toilets, and stays are usually limited to 14 days.
- Red Bluff CampDispersed / primitive · Free · Cell signal
Visitors to Red Bluff Camp can expect a primitive camp inside the National Red Dirt Wildlife Management Preserve. This camping area is a walk-in tent type camping facility which users must…
View camp → - Corral CampDispersed / primitive · Free · Cell signal
A Primitive camp inside the National Red Dirt Wildlife Management Preserve. This camp is available for OHV and general camping. No horse camping allowed.
View camp → - Cane CampDispersed / primitive · Free · Cell signal
Visitors to Cane Camp can enjoy a quiet and peaceful setting under the shade of large pine trees carpeted with green grass. This horse camp is located near the Sandstone Multiple-Use Trail…
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