The best forest glamping in Louisiana

Looking for a luxurious camping experience in the middle of a lush forest in Louisiana? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 28 available options for glamping in the forest of Louisiana, you're sure to find the perfect spot to unwind and connect with nature. Prices start as low as $19 per night, with an average price of $94 per night. Check out top campsites such as Gresham Family Compound (10 reviews), Free Range Humanity Project (7 reviews), and Dee Dee's B&B (2 reviews) for a truly exceptional experience. Popular amenities include the ability to bring pets, have campfires, and dispose of trash, while popular activities include visiting historic sites, engaging in wind sports, and watching wildlife. Book your perfect glamping getaway today!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking for a luxurious camping experience in the middle of a lush forest in Louisiana? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 28 available options for glamping in the forest of Louisiana, you're sure to find the perfect spot to unwind and connect with nature. Prices start as low as $19 per night, with an average price of $94 per night. Check out top campsites such as Gresham Family Compound (10 reviews), Free Range Humanity Project (7 reviews), and Dee Dee's B&B (2 reviews) for a truly exceptional experience. Popular amenities include the ability to bring pets, have campfires, and dispose of trash, while popular activities include visiting historic sites, engaging in wind sports, and watching wildlife. Book your perfect glamping getaway today!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Snow White Sanctuary

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24 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Vinton, LA

Learn more about this land: Pitch or park at our serene swampland oasis and wake up to the abundant wildlife across our 24 acre wild property with five ponds and an island of friendly goats. Frequently see aquatic birds, eat from fruit trees, hike with goats, and enjoy a landscape balanced with both manicured design and uninhibited nature. Booking includes a complimentary handmade goat milk soap, free use of our paddleboat and kayak, and unlimited kisses from our affectionate pack of rescue dogs and herd of elderly rescued horses. Gravel driveway leads the way to a flat waterfront solid grass parking spot with 30amp RV hookups and fire circle. Guests have private entry access to a recently renovated bathroom with shower and tub. Snow White Sanctuary is a gated private property at the end of a dead end road. Parks and river access within walking distance, 30 minutes from Lake Charles, 2 hours from Houston, and less than one hour from beaches along the Gulf of Mexico. Some of our favorite local attractions include: Shangri-La Botanical Gardens, SPAR Waterpark, Delta Downs Racetrack, and Insane Sausages Cajun Food. We are a safe, inclusive, and welcoming campground.

2. PYRAprotocol.com Camping the Amite

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9 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Baton Rouge, LA

All sites have access to a regular toilet in the RV on site by the cabin, along with a well water hose hanging by the well and trash bins. XTRAS: Hi Speed Cox WiFi, a regular extension cord, hot showers in the RV, Full Size refrigerator use in the RV, Use of a jon boat (trolling motor, battery, and boat cushions provided), ATV trails (low speed trails covering the camp with hills, mud, and swamp scenery) You will catch catfish and bream on a live worm; an eight-pound bass has been caught here. We now offer "venue" level use of the camp for catered events, parties, or larger get-togethers! Pick the site "Horseshoe Bend Parties" and select the number of people attending. This is a 24-hour rental starting at 10 AM. We provide electricity, bathrooms, showers, and high-speed wifi.

3. Big Branch Apiary

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8 sites · Tents, Lodging · Lacombe, LA

Welcome to Big Branch Apiary, a 50 acre honey and blueberry farm north of Lake Pontchartrain. We're bounded by the Big Branch Wildlife Reserve to the south and a Rails to Trails bike path on the north. We are 3 miles from Lacombe to the east, 4 miles from Mandeville to the west, about 3 miles from Fountainbleu State Park, and an hour from New Orleans. Most of the farm is a mix of hardwood forest and wetlands. Desert Bayou and East Branch Bayou meander across the property. The farm has deer, foxes, bobcats, owls, fireflies, otters, raccoons, turtles, and, well, about anything common to the wilds of the Gulf South. This includes a litany of snakes, mosquitoes, and deer flies in season. About 8 acres are used to raise poultry, bees and organically farmed blueberries. Overall, the land feels primordial and pristine. We are a designated Monarch Waystation and in the spring and fall see many migrating butterflies. We cultivate a lot of flowers so almost year round you can see butterflies in profusion. We are part of the USDAs Conservation Stewardship Program, concentrating on protecting and increasing habitat for animals and pollinators. Pets are welcome but please leash them. Campfires are allowed except on rare occasions. You can hunt for deadfalls in the woods on the farm, or we can provide firewood for a small fee. Our honey, fresh eggs, and homemade sourdough can be purchased as well. This is a rustic situation: think dry camping, outdoor (heated) shower, and outhouses. We have a tiny treehouse, an A-frame, a glamping tent, and several places to pitch a tent. The farm is pretty secure--someone is on-site most of the time, it's gated, and there are security cameras at access points. But it is a farm in a rural community--you may hear roosters crow, sheep bleat, dogs bark, and the sounds of owls, hawks, coyotes, and other native wildlife. If this sounds like it suits you then come stay and enjoy the farm life.

4. Clark’s Cabin At Kisatchie Vista

2 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Mc Nary, LA

Experience a true summer camp retreat with luxurious touches in our secluded cabin bordered by Kisatchie Nat'l Forest and NO neighbors! Just 15 min from Indian Creek and minutes from major trailheads. Every angle provides serene views and a chance to spot wildlife like foxes, deer, and owls. Enjoy nostalgic games and swings on your patio. After a great day, you’ll rest on 1800-thread count sheets. Full kitchen & bathroom are stocked with luxury amenities. Ask about glamping with your horse!

5. Dee Dee's B&B

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3 sites · Lodging · Keatchie, LA

I obviously take advantage of living in the country and enjoying the peace and quiet of everyday living that it provides! So many people enjoy coming out here and just unplugging and unwinding. I know my property won't disappoint if you decide to stay in the fully equipped cabin. The ponds are fully stocked with bass, bream and catfish, so fun to catch and you can even keep your catch and cook them over your own campfire. The canopy of stars and chirping frogs will lull you to sleep in the privacy of this secluded campsite.

Public campgrounds in Louisiana

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Palmetto Island Campground

103 sites · Tents, RVs · in Palmetto Island State Park

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Fontainebleau Campground

162 sites · Tents, RVs · in Fontainebleau State Park

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Sam Houston Jones Campground

84 sites · Tents, RVs · in Sam Houston Jones State Park

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Chicot Campground

221 sites · Tents, RVs · in Chicot State Park

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Lake Bistineau Campground

85 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake Bistineau State Park

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North Toledo Bend Campground

73 sites · Tents, RVs · in North Toledo Bend State Park

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South Toledo Bend Campground

79 sites · Tents, RVs · in South Toledo Bend State Park

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Lake Claiborne Campground

95 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake Claiborne State Park

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Lake D'Arbonne Campground

84 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake D'Arbonne State Park

Jimmie Davis Campground

93 sites · Tents, RVs · in Jimmie Davis State Park

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Tickfaw Campground

65 sites · Tents, RVs · in Tickfaw State Park

Poverty Point Reservoir Campground

67 sites · Tents, RVs · in Poverty Point Reservoir State Park

Stories from the community

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George

October 2025

1 night at Big Branch Apiary

Cheri was a welcoming host with a beautiful property. Can't ask for much more.

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Andrea

October 2025

With pets

9 nights at Big Branch Apiary

The location is such a wonderful and beautiful place to relax with your family and enjoy good company. The buzzing of bees, birds singing (and roosters crowing) and the quiet bleating of sheep are the only sounds you will hearing while sitting in the shade next to your beautiful canvas tent. Definitely many wonderful memories made. Thank you for letting us enjoy your beautiful property ❤️

Juliana

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Big Branch Apiary

This place is a little hidden gem. The property is so pretty. My dog loved it too. He fit right in and loved running around with the other pups. The treehouse was super cute and peaceful.

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Kammie

June 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Snow White Sanctuary

Waffles is the best! Everyone was super friendly and chill, even the other guests. The canvas tents with A/C are a must in the summer. Loved seeing all the animals wandering around—they really have something magical here. (We brought our small Chihuahua-mix pup and she loved it too!)

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Sarah

May 2025

With kids

2 nights at Big Branch Apiary

What a neat property! Cheri is lovely, accessible, and helpful. Toilets and showers were great. The smoke from the campfire helped keep the bugs at bay (Cheri has firewood on site that you can purchase at a reasonable price. Or you can find your own.) Blueberries were just starting to ripen and we were invited to pick as many as we wanted! Wildflowers were also in bloom! For cyclists, Tammany Trace runs just north of the property. Me and my two daughters fit easily in the treehouse. The treehouse creaks when the wind blows - I didn't mind but it freaked out my kids at first. It was quite warm the first night (no breeze blowing through the treehouse until early morning), but the temperature was pleasant the second night. The carpet on the floor does a good job of keeping bugs out. Looking forward to coming back and trying out the Bayou Tent!

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Jaime

May 2025

Group trip

1 night at Big Branch Apiary

The owners were VERY welcoming and gave us a lot of a freedom to explore the land!

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Tzuni

May 2025

With pets

1 night at Big Branch Apiary

Big Branch Apiary is the bees knees (literally). The treehouse is the perfect getaway for families, couples, or a single person just looking to have an evening to write and be creative in nature. During the day, I was able to pick blueberries and hang with the bees, sheep, chickens, and peacocks. At night, I could see the fireflies glowing around the blueberry fields when I turned my lights out. While I wore bug spray while walking around the farm (the showers and toilets are a little bit of a walk, but they’re suuuuuper cute and clean), I didn’t really need it in the treehouse itself as it’s tightly sealed. I’d bring a couple extra battery powered lights along to help with the coziness factor — I did, and it really made for a perfect little writer’s retreat! This may be the most romantic spot in all of Louisiana, even though I was just there with my dog :) The other pups on the property are super sweet, and she really felt like one of the pack!

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Elizabeth

May 2025

Weekend Trip to Big Branch Apiary

We stayed in the tree house and we loved every minute of it. We enjoyed seeing all the animals and picking blueberries. The toilets and showers could not have been nicer and were just a short walk from the site.

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Brianna

May 2025

3 nights at Big Branch Apiary

Loved my stay in the treehouse! A very peaceful and beautiful sight to wake up to. Will stay again.

suzette

May 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Big Branch Apiary

Super nice getaway close to the city--and right on the bike trail. Cheri is kind and available. Bread and eggs a big plus!

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Miss

April 2025

Weekend Trip to Big Branch Apiary

Enjoyed my stay so much last week that I booked another stay this weekend. I cannot say I enough how much I love staying at this property! Cheri is great and every other camper I've encountered is friendly. The Bayou Tent is fantastic and the bed is so comfortable. Being able to sit out front and eat at the table while still being under a shade is wonderful. I love this property and will be back soon.

Kerri

April 2025

7 nights at Big Branch Apiary

I cannot count the number of times I have returned to Big Branch, each time discovering something new and pleasant. Cheri and Tim are consistant with their hospitality, allowing guests both privacy along with opportunity to participate with the life all around the farm. The A frame was so lovely! At night you can see the stars, lightening bugs, and hear the hum of the frogs, crickets. It feels very cozy, quiet and peaceful. The two legged, four legged, feathered, buzzing bees and baaing sheep are a weclome site, sound and experience on the farm. Cheris bread is to DIE for, along with the delicious farm eggs and soon to be more and more plentiful Blueberries. All natural and healthy straight from the farm! I'd highly recommend it for a local getaway or travel destination.

Ken

April 2025

With kids

1 night at Big Branch Apiary

My family had a brief, but magical visit at Big Branch Apiary. Our host, Cheri, was simply wonderful and welcoming. Our two children, ages 7 and 5, did not want to leave the property as there was so many animals and areas to explore. We’ll definitely return for a longer visit next time.

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Courtney

April 2025

Weekend Trip to Big Branch Apiary

I have stayed at the Bayou Tent on two occasions and both exceeded my expectations. It's about 10 minutes from downtown Mandeville where I went for dinner and music. The glamping tent is fabulous... I just love lying in the bed and being able to look through the screen up into the sky....absolutely magical. No sound machine for sleep needed here as there is a symphony of bayou creatures making beautiful sounds. You can walk around the property and see the farm in action...barn animals, chickens, bee hives, etc... Incredible! Compostable toilet was very clean and had zero bad smell. A few things to remember to bring....a power pack to charge phones, some solar lights or a headlamp, bug spray, and water.

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Christine

April 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Big Branch Apiary

We loved the Big Branch Apiary! Cheri and everyone else were lovely and so helpful (lending us a pan, helping us fix a bike, and telling us about the farm and the animals), the kids loved the animals, the location was beautiful and biking on the trace was so convenient and fantastic fun. We will most definitely return.

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Miss

April 2025

Weekend Trip to Big Branch Apiary

Cheri's farm is fantastic. The shower facilities are awesome. Gotta love camping with some of those creature comforts. Speaking of creatures...the dogs, the sheep, the chickens, the lightning bugs! I loved them all. The homemade sourdough loaf was delicious. The A-frame was a great size and the mattress was really comfortable. As with any outdoor activity in south LA, make sure to bring your bug spray. The Apiary is located so close to so many trails and as a solo female camper I felt completely safe. The A-frame has a lockable screen door and curtains for privacy and the toilet/shower area is close enough for a 3AM trek if you just have to go. I really wanted to stay an extra night but couldn't make it work. I'll definitely be booking with Cheri again as soon as I can.

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Susan

April 2025

2 nights at Big Branch Apiary

Cheri's place is beautiful and peaceful . A little hidden gem you would never know is there. So clean and quiet and just a beautiful. It was an awesome place to stay . Hosts were inviting and the Homemade sourdough is chefs kis! Would definitely recommend.

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Courtney

April 2025

1 night at Big Branch Apiary

I have reviewed this tent site once before. This time was just as magical as the last time. I’d highly recommend. Bring your bug spray, power charger, and light (s) and you’ll be good to go.

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Co

April 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Big Branch Apiary

We loved camping here! It was a great setup and was an easy place for us to camp while coming from a far distance. The only thing I would mention is a rooster crows pretty early in the morning and it can be hard to sleep in. My little one in particularly struggled with this early wake up call. But it was a beautiful piece of land and Cheri and her husband were so kind and accommodating to us. We were very grateful to enjoy their lovely land!

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Christine

April 2025

1 night at Big Branch Apiary

We had an inspiring stay at the Big Branch Apiary. Cheri was the perfect host and made us feel welcome to explore. She inspired us to create fun things at our own house!! We loved the nature and bounty there at the Apiary and the freedom to roam! Can't wait to go back! If you have the chance, buy a loaf of bread! Amazing!!