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Wildlife-watching campsites near Saint-Claude
100% (35) • 31 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Saint-Claude
GLOCKNERS PLACE
1. GLOCKNERS PLACE
100%
(42)
34km from Saint-Claude · 5 units
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Small RV Park on beautiful Bayou Lacombe, Louisiana with 100 foot fishing dock. Bring your boat or kayak. Lake Pontchartrain is only 1/4 mile down the road. Our Place is located in the middle of the Big Branch National Wildlife Refuge with lots of wildlife to view. Catch fish and crabs from our dock. Two sites 50 amp with water and sewer hookups. Three sites with 50 amp and water only. The St Tammany Trace is 3 miles up the road for biking and hiking. Several great restaurants' in town
Pets
Full hookups
from
$50
/ night
I'm on Vacation Retreat
2. I'm on Vacation Retreat
100%
(10)
37km from Saint-Claude · 22 units · Motorhomes, Glamping
The I’m on Vacation Retreat is a Lodge + RV park tucked at the edge of the world in Shell Beach, LA. When you are in the middle of the expansive marsh, you would never know you are only 30 miles from the New Orleans French Quarter and 20 miles from Chalmette. Home of commercial shrimpers and oystermen, and the BEST INSHORE FISHING IN THE COUNTRY.
Epic sunrises.
Breathtaking sunsets.
TROUT.
REDFISH.
Everything you didn’t know you needed.
Take your pick on how you want to get away. Will you bring your own RV to one of our 21 Pad Sites? Or, will you rent the Pelican Perch Lodge?
No matter how you want to get away, our cozy retreat will be the perfect home-base for experiencing South Louisiana’s marsh. And, once you arrive, you’ll know, this must be the place.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$54
/ night
Pelican Park of New Orleans
3. Pelican Park of New Orleans
4.9km from Saint-Claude · 3 units
Pelican RV Park New Orleans is a well-maintained, family operated, multi-acre site for RVs, 5th wheels, travel trailers and other campers. Fairly well priced and well managed by a Father and Son team, that's as nice as can be. Smileys Restaurant and Bar is attached and serves strong drinks and amazing food at a great price. Conveniently close to the French quarter. Highly recommend if your trying to enjoy New Orleans. - 5 Star Guest Review
Bayou Segnette State Park
4. Bayou Segnette State Park
88%
(8)
State park 14km from Saint-Claude · 100 units
Bayou Segnette State Park: A Gateway to Natural Wonders.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Saint Bernard State Park
5. Saint Bernard State Park
100%
(3)
State park 18km from Saint-Claude · 51 units
Discover the natural charm of Saint Bernard State Park.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Pelican RV Park New Orleans
6. Pelican RV Park New Orleans
5km from Saint-Claude · 34 units
Pelican RV Park in New Orleans stands out as a beautifully maintained multi-acre campground, perfect for manufactured homes, RVs, fifth wheels, and travel trailers. Its prime location just 5 miles from the vibrant French Quarter and downtown New Orleans makes it an ideal base for exploring the city's rich culture and nightlife.
Guests can enjoy delicious meals at Smiley's Grill, conveniently located on-site, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. For those who love outdoor activities, the New Orleans Lakefront is just down the street, offering excellent fishing opportunities and scenic views.
Please note that public restrooms and showers are currently unavailable. Despite this, Pelican RV Park remains a fantastic choice for travelers seeking a blend of comfort, convenience, and access to the best of New Orleans.
Fontainebleau State Park
7. Fontainebleau State Park
100%
(5)
State park 42km from Saint-Claude · 162 units
This 2,800-acre park has nature trails and sandy beaches fit for a French King.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Fairview Riverside State Park
8. Fairview Riverside State Park
State park 50km from Saint-Claude · 101 units
Discover the natural charm of Fairview Riverside State Park.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Tickfaw State Park
9. Tickfaw State Park
88%
(4)
State park 73km from Saint-Claude · 65 units
Discover Tickfaw State Park's natural beauty and outdoor adventures.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
100% (35) • 31 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Saint-Claude
GLOCKNERS PLACE
1. GLOCKNERS PLACE
100%
(42)
34km from Saint-Claude · 5 units
Learn more about this land:
Small RV Park on beautiful Bayou Lacombe, Louisiana with 100 foot fishing dock. Bring your boat or kayak. Lake Pontchartrain is only 1/4 mile down the road. Our Place is located in the middle of the Big Branch National Wildlife Refuge with lots of wildlife to view. Catch fish and crabs from our dock. Two sites 50 amp with water and sewer hookups. Three sites with 50 amp and water only. The St Tammany Trace is 3 miles up the road for biking and hiking. Several great restaurants' in town
Pets
Full hookups
from
$50
/ night
I'm on Vacation Retreat
2. I'm on Vacation Retreat
100%
(10)
37km from Saint-Claude · 22 units · Motorhomes, Glamping
The I’m on Vacation Retreat is a Lodge + RV park tucked at the edge of the world in Shell Beach, LA. When you are in the middle of the expansive marsh, you would never know you are only 30 miles from the New Orleans French Quarter and 20 miles from Chalmette. Home of commercial shrimpers and oystermen, and the BEST INSHORE FISHING IN THE COUNTRY.
Epic sunrises.
Breathtaking sunsets.
TROUT.
REDFISH.
Everything you didn’t know you needed.
Take your pick on how you want to get away. Will you bring your own RV to one of our 21 Pad Sites? Or, will you rent the Pelican Perch Lodge?
No matter how you want to get away, our cozy retreat will be the perfect home-base for experiencing South Louisiana’s marsh. And, once you arrive, you’ll know, this must be the place.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$54
/ night
Pelican Park of New Orleans
3. Pelican Park of New Orleans
4.9km from Saint-Claude · 3 units
Pelican RV Park New Orleans is a well-maintained, family operated, multi-acre site for RVs, 5th wheels, travel trailers and other campers. Fairly well priced and well managed by a Father and Son team, that's as nice as can be. Smileys Restaurant and Bar is attached and serves strong drinks and amazing food at a great price. Conveniently close to the French quarter. Highly recommend if your trying to enjoy New Orleans. - 5 Star Guest Review
Bayou Segnette State Park
4. Bayou Segnette State Park
88%
(8)
State park 14km from Saint-Claude · 100 units
Bayou Segnette State Park: A Gateway to Natural Wonders.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Saint Bernard State Park
5. Saint Bernard State Park
100%
(3)
State park 18km from Saint-Claude · 51 units
Discover the natural charm of Saint Bernard State Park.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Pelican RV Park New Orleans
6. Pelican RV Park New Orleans
5km from Saint-Claude · 34 units
Pelican RV Park in New Orleans stands out as a beautifully maintained multi-acre campground, perfect for manufactured homes, RVs, fifth wheels, and travel trailers. Its prime location just 5 miles from the vibrant French Quarter and downtown New Orleans makes it an ideal base for exploring the city's rich culture and nightlife.
Guests can enjoy delicious meals at Smiley's Grill, conveniently located on-site, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. For those who love outdoor activities, the New Orleans Lakefront is just down the street, offering excellent fishing opportunities and scenic views.
Please note that public restrooms and showers are currently unavailable. Despite this, Pelican RV Park remains a fantastic choice for travelers seeking a blend of comfort, convenience, and access to the best of New Orleans.
Fontainebleau State Park
7. Fontainebleau State Park
100%
(5)
State park 42km from Saint-Claude · 162 units
This 2,800-acre park has nature trails and sandy beaches fit for a French King.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Fairview Riverside State Park
8. Fairview Riverside State Park
State park 50km from Saint-Claude · 101 units
Discover the natural charm of Fairview Riverside State Park.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Tickfaw State Park
9. Tickfaw State Park
88%
(4)
State park 73km from Saint-Claude · 65 units
Discover Tickfaw State Park's natural beauty and outdoor adventures.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Bj
February 2026
7 m travel trailer
With pets
beautiful spot with water access right out your door. fantastic place to see some beautiful sunsets
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Joni
November 2025
11 m fifth wheel
It was an absolutely beautiful site right on the wildlife refuge. We would definitely return!
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MAPA
November 2025
10 m fifth wheel
We absolutely enjoyed our time in the bayou at the Glockner's place!!! The sunsets were amazing. Fishing and crabbing was a lot of fun. Thanks Ron and Amy for your wonderful hospitality. We'll be back. Thank you 😊
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Ashle
April 2025
10 m travel trailer
This was an amazing stay! Will definitely be back!
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Ashle
April 2025
10 m travel trailer
Staying at Ron's place was amazing!! It doesn't matter how you park, the views from any window are breathtaking! Ron was easy to communicate with and flexible in allowing us more time during our stay. To get here, you will need to drive about a mile on a well-maintained and level gravel road. There is a fishing pier, about 50 feet from where we parked. We caught enough fish for dinner and saw lots of Bayou wildlife. When we visit Louisiana in the future, this place will be at the top of our list. Thanks, Ron, for being an incredible host.
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Angela
April 2025
9 m travel trailer
With pets
We loved camping on Ron's property! It was so peaceful and quiet, even with a few people driving up and down the gravel road going crabbing. There were cameras to keep your belongings safe if you left, like we did for a few hours, and Ron supplied everything, including a portable dump tank for the sites that do not directly connect to sewer. There were so many varieties of birds around, and we didn't see one snake or alligator near our campsite, so it is a very safe and large site if you have animals or children who like to play outdoors. We will definitely be back fir another relaxing, get away from everything weekend! Thank you Ron, for being such an amazing host!
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Matthew
March 2025
6 m travel trailer
Ron is a fantastic host and this sight has the most incredible views (particularly, sunrise!). This spot is idea for RVs and boats. We stayed in our trailer for 3 weeks and kayaked the bayou from our site. Highly recommend!
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Stacey
March 2025
9 m Class C
With pets
Very quiet and peaceful out here. Ron was exceptionally helpful to us when he noticed one of our tires was flat. He pulled out an air compressor and pumped it up good enough for us to get to a tire store nearby where we got the tire replaced. Would definitely stay here again.
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Wayne
March 2025
10 m fifth wheel
Ron was great host beautiful place perfect southern hospitality brought over some crab and crawfish boil fantastic would absolutely recommend staying at Glockners I will go back
Thanksgiving again Ron
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Bianca
February 2025
10 m Class A
We absolutely loved the site. Right in the middle of the bayou. It was as peaceful and serene. Off the beaten path
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Rachel
February 2025
9 m travel trailer
Awesome views of the preserve! This is a great spot if you’re a bird watcher. We had a great time.
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