The best river, stream, or creek RV campgrounds in Louisiana

Camping in Louisiana is a great way to explore the state's natural beauty, with over 198 options that offer RV camping and access to rivers. You can find options as low as $10 per night with an average price of $33 per night. Check out some of the top campsites like Snow White Sanctuary (55 reviews), Savage Lane Farm Camping (21 reviews), and Jan T.'s Land (19 reviews) to see what other campers have experienced. Popular amenities include showers, toilets, and pet-friendly sites, while climbing, wind sports, and whitewater paddling are some of the popular activities you can enjoy.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Camping in Louisiana is a great way to explore the state's natural beauty, with over 198 options that offer RV camping and access to rivers. You can find options as low as $10 per night with an average price of $33 per night. Check out some of the top campsites like Snow White Sanctuary (55 reviews), Savage Lane Farm Camping (21 reviews), and Jan T.'s Land (19 reviews) to see what other campers have experienced. Popular amenities include showers, toilets, and pet-friendly sites, while climbing, wind sports, and whitewater paddling are some of the popular activities you can enjoy.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. 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.

2. Kickin' it in the Butte

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3 sites · RVs, Lodging · Henderson, LA

Hello Hipcampers! Welcome to Cajun Country! Click on sites and scroll down to choose our full service RV hookup space which can include a buddy site for friends. You may also choose rental of our own RV for use on site and we also offer in our home a comfortable bedroom with a private bath. Any rental includes one tent site if needed, at no charge. We have options for you. Our location has festivals, Cajun Bands and dancing, Cajun food, walkng trails, fishing, boating, kayaking, swamp tours, bird watching, hunting, vintage, antique and arts and crafts stores, joie de vivre and laissez les bons temps rouler. WELCOME TO BUTTE LA ROSE, THE HEART OF THE ATCHAFALAYA BASIN AND THE HEART OF ACADIANA: In the early 1930s when the Army Corps of Engineers carved two long levees right through the Atchafalaya River Basin, what had once been a widely sprawling river system prone to seasonal flooding became a fifteen-mile-wide "spillway" contained between those two earthen walls. The water level in the Basin rose by several feet, permanently flooding many areas, and people who had made their homes there eventually moved to communities on the dry, western side of the levee--Henderson, Catahoula, Bayou Benoit and beyond--leaving no trace of the old settlements behind. Only one community remained. Perched on a ridge along the banks of the Atchafalaya River, Butte La rose is the only community in St. Martin Parish that is still located between the Basin levees. No other place can claim to be the heart of Atchafalaya as credibly as Butte La Rose can. The community is nestled against one of the more winding meanderings of the Atchafalaya River, and residents remain closely tied to the river and other nearby waterways--fishing, crawfishing, frogging and hunting, enjoying bayou-side crawfish boils and pleasure boating. So many waterways surround Butte La Rose--Butte La Rose Canal, Henderson Lake, Lake Begneaux, Lake Pelba--it's as close to an island as you can get without actually being an island. We are only 3 miles from interstate 10 but we are a small remote camping village. Many hummingbirds visit here every year. They arrive in March and leave in Sept. Thanks for choosing Kickin' it in the Butte! Contact us anytime for questions or further information!

3. I'm on Vacation Retreat

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22 sites · RVs, Lodging · Saint Bernard, LA

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.

4. Camp Hoose

2 sites · RVs · Buras, LA

Looking for a basic place to park your rig near some of the best fishing in the world? This is it. We've got two RV hook-ups, 50-30 amp on a gravel lot right off the bayou, just outside Venice, Louisiana. There's plenty of space for your boat trailer and gear, plus a covered area you can rent for storage or shade. Enjoy quiet mornings, open skies, and campfires by the water. It’s not fancy — but it’s got what you need.

5. The Ark At Oxbow Lake

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2 sites · Tents, RVs · Moss Bluff, LA

The Ark at Oxbow Lake is a peaceful, faith-inspired RV haven nestled along the gentle curve of a historic oxbow lake. True to its name—evoking the refuge of Noah’s Ark—this campground provides a place of rest and renewal for travelers seeking a deeper connection with nature and the divine. Towering cypress trees line the shore, their moss-draped branches creating a tranquil canopy over the calm waters. Whether you enjoy kayaking at sunrise, casting a line in hopes of reeling in the day’s catch, or simply soaking up the hush of the evening, you’ll find The Ark at Oxbow Lake offers an atmosphere of serenity and spiritual reflection. Come experience a blend of genuine Southern hospitality, comforting amenities, and the soulful beauty of creation—an invitation to step aboard and find refuge in the stillness of these waters.

6. Bayou Darbonne RV lot

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1 site · RV · Claiborne, LA

Nestled at the mouth of Bayou Darbonne our rv spot boast great views in a quiet setting. This lot is very private and the only RV spot on our .57 acre lot. Access to Joe Bobs boat ramp is about a 1/4 mile away, so you can bring your boat and tie up at the boat dock located on the property. Come enjoy great fishing and beautiful sunrises on this Louisiana bayou! Minutes away from town and Interstate 20 you may see tons of wild life from deer, foxes, owls, and maybe even an alligator…….

7. Bayou Bourbeaux

7 sites · Tents, RVs · Clarence, LA

Located about 15 minutes from downtown Natchitoches on a quiet street that parallels the bayou Bourbeaux. Giant ancient oaks tower over the property. There are old pecan trees and lots and lots of flat green grass. You can put your tent or rv/trailer/camper/car/boat/atv basically anywhere you’d like. There’s a central fire pit in the grassy area and a propane one on the porch. We have hammocks and giant connect 4, jenga, tic tac toe and cornhole. There’s also an unheated seasonal above ground pool you can use with a waiver. Tents: There is no outhouse but for an extra charge we can provide a porta potty and potty tent as well as a water pump for water. Breakfast is included in the price. RVs: we prefer you be self contained but if you need electric you can park on our driveway and use the outlet on the side of the house. We can fill you up with water from the hose if needed. Breakfast is included at the bed and breakfast! Lodging: this is also a full service bed and breakfast. We are the PERFECT spot to host family reunions. Families can camp and use the bed and breakfast for the weekend with plenty of space for everyone! We also host small weddings! It’s quiet. Birds are always chirping. You can watch the beautiful sunrise each morning from the rocking chairs on the old farmhouse porch. Have s’mores and watch the stars at night. Explore Natchitoches and the many nearby lakes during the day. We can also rent you kayaks. If you’d like additional meals beyond breakfast, we can serve you (additional cost). We are also a tea room. If you’d like a traditional English tea under the oaks, let us know!

8. Louisiana Plantation River Bank

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2 sites · RVs · Columbia, LA

The historic French built antebellum plantation home and gardens was built circa 1793-1820. The home and gardens is located on the Ouachita River. I built a culinary herb farm and nursery on the plantation grounds, in which I was named after by my family. My farm is called Louisiana Herbs LLC. Their are plenty of great sites to pitch a tent and camp in the plantation gardens or on the river bank. Learn more about this land:Pitch your tent on your choice area next to the muddy Ouachita River on the grounds of an historic french antebellum home plantation in northeast Louisiana. You may fish, boat, swim, etc. Suggested early winter to late spring for camping - Louisiana can be a bit hot and humid in the warmer months. We can wine and dine you at the plantation dinner table with home cooked Louisiana cuisine (optional for an extra cost) & get you liquored up with mint juleps, homemade absinthe, mix drinks, etc. anywhere on the plantation grounds is acceptable to pitch a tent and make a campfire. we can provide wood, & possible minimal electricity to your camp area for now. there is access to water at the greenhouse area, as well as electricity. the greenhouse is a culinary herb farm and nursery, no smoking tobacco near the nursery and greenhouse area.

Camper favorites in Louisiana

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

Camp Hoose

2 sites · RVs · Buras, LA

Looking for a basic place to park your rig near some of the best fishing in the world? This is it. We've got two RV hook-ups, 50-30 amp on a gravel lot right off the bayou, just outside Venice, Louisiana. There's plenty of space for your boat trailer and gear, plus a covered area you can rent for storage or shade. Enjoy quiet mornings, open skies, and campfires by the water. It’s not fancy — but it’s got what you need.

The Ark At Oxbow Lake

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2 sites · Tents, RVs · Moss Bluff, LA

The Ark at Oxbow Lake is a peaceful, faith-inspired RV haven nestled along the gentle curve of a historic oxbow lake. True to its name—evoking the refuge of Noah’s Ark—this campground provides a place of rest and renewal for travelers seeking a deeper connection with nature and the divine. Towering cypress trees line the shore, their moss-draped branches creating a tranquil canopy over the calm waters. Whether you enjoy kayaking at sunrise, casting a line in hopes of reeling in the day’s catch, or simply soaking up the hush of the evening, you’ll find The Ark at Oxbow Lake offers an atmosphere of serenity and spiritual reflection. Come experience a blend of genuine Southern hospitality, comforting amenities, and the soulful beauty of creation—an invitation to step aboard and find refuge in the stillness of these waters.

Bayou Darbonne RV lot

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1 site · RV · Claiborne, LA

Nestled at the mouth of Bayou Darbonne our rv spot boast great views in a quiet setting. This lot is very private and the only RV spot on our .57 acre lot. Access to Joe Bobs boat ramp is about a 1/4 mile away, so you can bring your boat and tie up at the boat dock located on the property. Come enjoy great fishing and beautiful sunrises on this Louisiana bayou! Minutes away from town and Interstate 20 you may see tons of wild life from deer, foxes, owls, and maybe even an alligator…….

Bayou Bourbeaux

7 sites · Tents, RVs · Clarence, LA

Located about 15 minutes from downtown Natchitoches on a quiet street that parallels the bayou Bourbeaux. Giant ancient oaks tower over the property. There are old pecan trees and lots and lots of flat green grass. You can put your tent or rv/trailer/camper/car/boat/atv basically anywhere you’d like. There’s a central fire pit in the grassy area and a propane one on the porch. We have hammocks and giant connect 4, jenga, tic tac toe and cornhole. There’s also an unheated seasonal above ground pool you can use with a waiver. Tents: There is no outhouse but for an extra charge we can provide a porta potty and potty tent as well as a water pump for water. Breakfast is included in the price. RVs: we prefer you be self contained but if you need electric you can park on our driveway and use the outlet on the side of the house. We can fill you up with water from the hose if needed. Breakfast is included at the bed and breakfast! Lodging: this is also a full service bed and breakfast. We are the PERFECT spot to host family reunions. Families can camp and use the bed and breakfast for the weekend with plenty of space for everyone! We also host small weddings! It’s quiet. Birds are always chirping. You can watch the beautiful sunrise each morning from the rocking chairs on the old farmhouse porch. Have s’mores and watch the stars at night. Explore Natchitoches and the many nearby lakes during the day. We can also rent you kayaks. If you’d like additional meals beyond breakfast, we can serve you (additional cost). We are also a tea room. If you’d like a traditional English tea under the oaks, let us know!

Louisiana Plantation River Bank

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2 sites · RVs · Columbia, LA

The historic French built antebellum plantation home and gardens was built circa 1793-1820. The home and gardens is located on the Ouachita River. I built a culinary herb farm and nursery on the plantation grounds, in which I was named after by my family. My farm is called Louisiana Herbs LLC. Their are plenty of great sites to pitch a tent and camp in the plantation gardens or on the river bank. Learn more about this land:Pitch your tent on your choice area next to the muddy Ouachita River on the grounds of an historic french antebellum home plantation in northeast Louisiana. You may fish, boat, swim, etc. Suggested early winter to late spring for camping - Louisiana can be a bit hot and humid in the warmer months. We can wine and dine you at the plantation dinner table with home cooked Louisiana cuisine (optional for an extra cost) & get you liquored up with mint juleps, homemade absinthe, mix drinks, etc. anywhere on the plantation grounds is acceptable to pitch a tent and make a campfire. we can provide wood, & possible minimal electricity to your camp area for now. there is access to water at the greenhouse area, as well as electricity. the greenhouse is a culinary herb farm and nursery, no smoking tobacco near the nursery and greenhouse area.

Public campgrounds in Louisiana

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Palmetto Island Campground

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

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Saint Bernard Campground

51 sites · Tents, RVs · in Saint Bernard State Park

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Sam Houston Jones Campground

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

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Fort Necessity Recreation Area

10 sites · Tents, RVs · in Ouachita-Black River - Jonesville Pool

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Tickfaw Campground

65 sites · Tents, RVs · in Tickfaw State Park

Finch Bayou Recreation Area

10 sites · Tents, RVs · in Ouachita-Black River - Columbia Pool

Prairion Bayou Recreation Area

10 sites · Tents, RVs · in Ouachita-Black River - Columbia Pool

Lakeview Campground

10 sites · Tents, RVs · in Sabine National Forest

Chemin-A-Haut Campground

42 sites · Tents, RVs · in Chemin-A-Haut State Park

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Bayou Segnette Campground

100 sites · Tents, RVs · in Bayou Segnette State Park

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Bogue Chitto Campground

90 sites · Tents, RVs · in Bogue Chitto State Park

Fairview Riverside Campground

101 sites · Tents, RVs · in Fairview Riverside State Park

Stories from the community

Extra places for family & friends to stay at

Debra

October 2025

30 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Kickin' it in the Butte

Wow this wonderful place is not only charming but has so much to do around it. Ginny & Scotty are the most wonderful hosts. Ginny has all information for you when you arrive about restaurants, local pubs, 100 yr old store that was a gem. They have a very level spot with a picnic table, Tiki torches and a very nice porch to sit and enjoy getting to know each other. We cant wait to come back.

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Brian

October 2025

16 ft car

1 night at PYRAprotocol.com Camping the Amite

Great little nook that met my needs for the night!

Christine

October 2025

33 ft Class A

Weekend Trip to Kickin' it in the Butte

Awesome site! Very nice and easy access right off the road. We arrived late at night and were able to drive right in and hookup since the host had provided extension connections for all services. Very quiet location and very well maintained. Hosts were very kind and provided us with printed local information for the area as well as a small gift. Would definitely visit again the next time we are in the area!

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Amie

October 2025

Tent

With pets

4 nights at The Ark At Oxbow Lake

Very nice place to camp quiet and peaceful. Scott was very warm and welcoming. Definitely recommend.

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Charles

October 2025

20 ft travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Bayou Darbonne RV lot

It was a great last minute place to stay while traveling home.

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Gryphon

October 2025

30 ft travel trailer

1 night at Kickin' it in the Butte

Lovely little place that’s off the beaten path. Host was super nice and helpful.

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Kimberly

August 2025

22 ft travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Kickin' it in the Butte

Absolutely the sweetest hosts we have ever encountered. We ended up with car trouble just before we hit the campsite and they were so kind and helpful. Upon arrival we recieved a brochure highlighting local history and attractions complete with good recommendations and sites to see, and even a welcome gift. We decided to stay an extra night. Hosts are friendly and kind, site it well kept and peaceful, and the setting couldn’t be more lovely.

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Greg

August 2025

38 ft Class A

With pets

Weekend Trip to Kickin' it in the Butte

Gin and Scotty were great. The area is peaceful and close to great food and good adventures.

Sandra

August 2025

27 ft Class A

With pets

Weekend Trip to PYRAprotocol.com Camping the Amite

Very tranquil and beautiful spot in nature. Just what the doctor order after packing it out of New Orleans enroute to Denver. Damon is super helpful and will accommodate you. He moved me in closer and mowed grass before I moved over too. Definitely would return!

Gia

July 2025

16 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to PYRAprotocol.com Camping the Amite

We really enjoyed our two nights at Damon’s camp site. It was so quiet and peaceful, exactly what we needed. Upon arrival, Damon provided the electric cord and it was easy to get hooked up. Water hose was near by, the shower and flush toilet, located in an older trailer was much appreciated.

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joshua

July 2025

25 ft travel trailer

With kids

1 night at Bayou Darbonne RV lot

It is a great spot with beautiful scenery. It also has a little play area for kids to run around and play. It is a great spot on the bayou.

Jaimie

July 2025

17 ft campervan

With pets

1 night at Kickin' it in the Butte

So clean and tidy! Very peaceful location! Everything we could have needed was provided!

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Chadd

June 2025

25 ft travel trailer

With kids

1 night at Bayou Darbonne RV lot

Really nice spot, host was a nice guy and was very accommodating. Spot was very private and relaxing. Will definitely be revisiting.

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Greg and Donna

June 2025

30 ft travel trailer

1 night at PYRAprotocol.com Camping the Amite

It was very quiet and peaceful. A little difficult to get to, but worth the effort

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Mary

May 2025

23 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Kickin' it in the Butte

The RV site was in a wonderful homestyle setting with picnic tables and fire ring in a garden. Great walking paths, beautiful porch with hummingbirds and rabbits everywhere. We will definitely stay again.

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Dwight

May 2025

16 ft car

1 night at Louisiana Plantation River Bank

The camping area is very large and very secluded. It is mowed grass surrounded by old pecan trees. It is next to a river, but with my bad knees I didn't venture to the top of the dike. Breston invited me in for seafood gumbo and cornbread. I had a great chat with him. I also met his father. I gave him some money for the meal, but I had no problem with that. I would recommend this place to anyone who enjoys southern hospitality.

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Catherine

April 2025

17 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to PYRAprotocol.com Camping the Amite

We had a lovely stay on Damon's land, by the lake and enjoyed a fire. We did not see Damon and could not open his message to us, but the place was easy to find and we figured things out.

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Alex

April 2025

40 ft fifth wheel

Weekend Trip to Kickin' it in the Butte

A really great place to stay. They have a full hookup setup in a nice little hideaway community right off I-10. Scotty and Ginny were so welcoming and hospitable even when I was only stopping by overnight. Wish I could have stayed longer

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Cayce

March 2025

35 ft Class C

2 nights at Kickin' it in the Butte

Super easy set up. Really great hosts. Would definitely recommend when you’re in the area.

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Joe

March 2025

23 ft Class C