Lake Camping Near Franklinton, Louisiana, US: 12 Best Lake Campsites 2025

Set your sights on Franklinton if you’re after a lakefront camping experience. With over 500 lake-focused options, you’ll find a mix of wide-open water, shaded groves, and quiet banks. Average nightly rates hover around $50, but you can snag a spot for as little as $19. Top picks like The Escape (62 reviews), GLOCKNERS PLACE (25 reviews), and Cooley Cattle Farm (1 review) each bring their own twist—some offer sweeping lake views, others tuck you under old pines. Bring your dog, light a campfire, and count on having a toilet nearby. Fishing runs strong here, horseback riding trails cut through the woods, and wildlife-watching often rewards patient campers. Pack what you need, but don’t overthink it—Franklinton’s lakes do the heavy lifting.

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Set your sights on Franklinton if you’re after a lakefront camping experience. With over 500 lake-focused options, you’ll find a mix of wide-open water, shaded groves, and quiet banks. Average nightly rates hover around $50, but you can snag a spot for as little as $19. Top picks like The Escape (62 reviews), GLOCKNERS PLACE (25 reviews), and Cooley Cattle Farm (1 review) each bring their own twist—some offer sweeping lake views, others tuck you under old pines. Bring your dog, light a campfire, and count on having a toilet nearby. Fishing runs strong here, horseback riding trails cut through the woods, and wildlife-watching often rewards patient campers. Pack what you need, but don’t overthink it—Franklinton’s lakes do the heavy lifting.

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1. GLOCKNERS PLACE

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42mi from Franklinton · 5 sites · RVs · Lacombe, LA

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

2. Porter-Muse Farms

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31mi from Franklinton · 47 sites · Tents, RVs · Greensburg, LA

Learn more about this land: 19 acre property with grassing areas, lake fields and wooded forest. Lots of deer and other wildlife. 100 year old pine trees and hard wood forest ... limited space due to hurricane Ida damage.

3. Last Rodeo

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27mi from Franklinton · 1 site · Tent, RV · Poplarville, MS

Very laid-back environment with one acre lake. Fishing swimming, kayaking bring your own kayak. Pasture fresh eggs. Ducks Canadian Geese, lakeside parking, under oak trees open pasture parking. Three potable water faucets, pump out, minimal electricity, working on it. 20 minutes to Walmart, 10 minutes to Dollar store, 25 minutes to Loves truck stop, diesel and propane.

4. Fairview Riverside State Park

101 sites · Madisonville, Louisiana

Discover the natural charm of Fairview Riverside State Park.

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5. Percy Quin State Park

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189 sites · Magnolia, Mississippi

Discover Percy Quin State Park's lush landscapes and outdoor adventures.

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6. Cooley Cattle Farm

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47mi from Franklinton · 15 sites · Tents, RVs · Lumberton, MS

Come out and enjoy my little slice of heaven. 40 acres with cattle and access to a 25 acre lake to fish (restrictions on size and limit) and kayak. Buy feed from us for the fish and cows, buy our local farm raised grass fed beef and all the firewood you can burn. Just starting out on this so no toilets yet, but they're in the works. Access to great clean well water is available

7. Lakeside RV Resort in Livingston LA

45mi from Franklinton · 56 sites · Livingston, LA

Welcome to Lakeside RV Resort, a unique haven nestled in the heart of Livingston, Louisiana, where relaxation meets adventure amidst stunning natural beauty. Our resort stands out for its serene lakeside setting, offering guests a perfect blend of privacy and access to a variety of outdoor activities. To enhance your stay, we proudly feature an on-site convenience store designed to meet all your immediate needs. This one-stop shop ensures that your experience is as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. Whether you're gearing up for a day of fishing, need snacks and beverages for your outdoor excursions, or forgot essential camping supplies, our store is stocked with a diverse range of items. From tasty snacks and refreshing drinks to basic groceries and camping gear, we have everything you need to make your stay hassle-free. Our convenience store is not just a shopping destination; it’s a vibrant hub for our guests. Swing by to grab a quick bite before heading out to explore nearby swimming holes or enjoy a sweet treat after a day of hiking and adventure. At Lakeside RV Resort, we prioritize your comfort and convenience. Our commitment to providing a well-stocked convenience store reflects our dedication to ensuring your stay is enjoyable and stress-free. Join us at Lakeside RV Resort and experience the ease and comfort of our on-site convenience

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8. Fontainebleau State Park

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162 sites · Mandeville, Louisiana

This 2,800-acre park has nature trails and sandy beaches fit for a French King.

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Public campgrounds near Franklinton

Fairview Riverside Campground

30mi from Franklinton · 101 sites · Tents, RVs · in Fairview Riverside State Park

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Percy Quin Campground

32mi from Franklinton · 189 sites · Tents, RVs · in Percy Quin State Park

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Fontainebleau Campground

35mi from Franklinton · 162 sites · Tents, RVs · in Fontainebleau State Park

Stories from the community

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Joni

1 week ago

37 ft fifth wheel

2 nights at GLOCKNERS PLACE

It was an absolutely beautiful site right on the wildlife refuge. We would definitely return!

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MAPA

November 2025

36 ft fifth wheel

6 nights at GLOCKNERS PLACE

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 😊

Kenyetta

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Porter-Muse Farms

Beautiful rustic land with a fishing pond. Free to setup where you feel comfortable but fully dispersed camping.

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Errol

July 2025

24 ft travel trailer

5 nights at Porter-Muse Farms

Perfect place to escape the city noise and relax by a private lake surrounded by old growth forests. Quiet nights with beautiful stars.

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Ashle

April 2025

36 ft travel trailer

3 nights at GLOCKNERS PLACE

This was an amazing stay! Will definitely be back!

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Ashle

April 2025

36 ft travel trailer

3 nights at GLOCKNERS PLACE

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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Shawn

April 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Last Rodeo

Enjoyed my time here greatly. Stayed 4 days, the property is very well maintained, peaceful and relaxing. Great pond with great fishing. Clyde is an exceptional host as well. Enjoyed the small chats and offer of amenities as well for the extended stay. Highly recommend.

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Angela

April 2025

30 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to GLOCKNERS PLACE

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!

Matthew

March 2025

20 ft travel trailer

20 nights at GLOCKNERS PLACE

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!

We took this photo out our bedroom window one morning.

Stacey

March 2025

31 ft Class C

With pets

2 nights at GLOCKNERS PLACE

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

36 ft fifth wheel

3 nights at GLOCKNERS PLACE

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

34 ft Class A

3 nights at GLOCKNERS PLACE

We absolutely loved the site. Right in the middle of the bayou. It was as peaceful and serene. Off the beaten path