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The best camping near Franklinton with swimming
99% (637) • 21 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Franklinton
Camp Topisaw
1. Camp Topisaw
100%
(774)
28mi from Franklinton · 9 sites · Tents, RVs
95 acres on the beautiful Topisaw Creek. Here we've raised 5 kids and a multitude of dogs, cats and chickens and a small herd of pineywoods cattle. The woods are quiet and undisturbed , harboring native species like jack in the pulpit, trillium and Florida anise. The spring-fed (and thus always refreshing!) Topisaw Creek forms the eastern border of our property, so plan to spend time on the sandy beaches and rock bars soaking up the sun or hunting for rocks and fossils (petrified wood and arrowheads have been found here). Many folks also enjoy a leisurely float down the creek in inner tubes ('tubing') or in a kayak. (Please note that after heavy rains the creek rises to epic heights and is too dangerous to navigate.) Little to no light pollution makes for amazing stargazing!
Pets
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Potable water
from
$25
/ night
All You Need Institute
2. All You Need Institute
97%
(407)
44mi from Franklinton · 11 sites · Tents, Lodging
All You Need is a 111 acre paradise that is home to some VERY unique and endangered habitat. Our northern boundary is a tract of DeSoto National Forest, where we have practically exclusive access to another 90 acres of longleaf pine savannah and more bottomland creeks.
The sandhills are a "desert in the rain," home to prickly pear cactus and yuccas, abundant lichens (deer "moss"), the endangered black pine snake, and our mascot, the also endangered Gopher Tortoise.
We're a nature education and retreat center where we share permaculture practices, homesteading/sustainable living skills, conservation practices, and approaches to connecting more deeply to the land. Check out our sister non-profit, the Burrow Nature Center.
You will have access to our many walking paths and our swimming pond, as well as a 15 minute walk to part of DeSoto National Forest, which butts up to our property line.
We would love to have you as our guest on the land, and are especially eager to meet travelers who deeply love nature and want to live in better relationship to it!
Check in is between 2pm - 8pm, Check out is 11am. There's a fee for late check-in to our site.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$24
/ night
Lakeside RV Resort in Livingston LA
3. Lakeside RV Resort in Livingston LA
45mi from Franklinton · 56 sites
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
Bogue Chitto State Park
4. Bogue Chitto State Park
80%
(5)
State park 5.6mi from Franklinton · 90 sites
Paddling the Bogue Chitto River is a Louisianian rite of passage.
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Campfires
Percy Quin State Park
5. Percy Quin State Park
100%
(3)
State park 32mi from Franklinton · 189 sites
Discover Percy Quin State Park's lush landscapes and outdoor adventures.
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Campfires
Showers
Fontainebleau State Park
6. Fontainebleau State Park
100%
(5)
State park 36mi from Franklinton · 162 sites
This 2,800-acre park has nature trails and sandy beaches fit for a French King.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
99% (637) • 21 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Franklinton
Camp Topisaw
1. Camp Topisaw
100%
(774)
28mi from Franklinton · 9 sites · Tents, RVs
95 acres on the beautiful Topisaw Creek. Here we've raised 5 kids and a multitude of dogs, cats and chickens and a small herd of pineywoods cattle. The woods are quiet and undisturbed , harboring native species like jack in the pulpit, trillium and Florida anise. The spring-fed (and thus always refreshing!) Topisaw Creek forms the eastern border of our property, so plan to spend time on the sandy beaches and rock bars soaking up the sun or hunting for rocks and fossils (petrified wood and arrowheads have been found here). Many folks also enjoy a leisurely float down the creek in inner tubes ('tubing') or in a kayak. (Please note that after heavy rains the creek rises to epic heights and is too dangerous to navigate.) Little to no light pollution makes for amazing stargazing!
Pets
Toilets
Potable water
from
$25
/ night
All You Need Institute
2. All You Need Institute
97%
(407)
44mi from Franklinton · 11 sites · Tents, Lodging
All You Need is a 111 acre paradise that is home to some VERY unique and endangered habitat. Our northern boundary is a tract of DeSoto National Forest, where we have practically exclusive access to another 90 acres of longleaf pine savannah and more bottomland creeks.
The sandhills are a "desert in the rain," home to prickly pear cactus and yuccas, abundant lichens (deer "moss"), the endangered black pine snake, and our mascot, the also endangered Gopher Tortoise.
We're a nature education and retreat center where we share permaculture practices, homesteading/sustainable living skills, conservation practices, and approaches to connecting more deeply to the land. Check out our sister non-profit, the Burrow Nature Center.
You will have access to our many walking paths and our swimming pond, as well as a 15 minute walk to part of DeSoto National Forest, which butts up to our property line.
We would love to have you as our guest on the land, and are especially eager to meet travelers who deeply love nature and want to live in better relationship to it!
Check in is between 2pm - 8pm, Check out is 11am. There's a fee for late check-in to our site.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$24
/ night
Lakeside RV Resort in Livingston LA
3. Lakeside RV Resort in Livingston LA
45mi from Franklinton · 56 sites
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
Bogue Chitto State Park
4. Bogue Chitto State Park
80%
(5)
State park 5.6mi from Franklinton · 90 sites
Paddling the Bogue Chitto River is a Louisianian rite of passage.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Percy Quin State Park
5. Percy Quin State Park
100%
(3)
State park 32mi from Franklinton · 189 sites
Discover Percy Quin State Park's lush landscapes and outdoor adventures.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
Fontainebleau State Park
6. Fontainebleau State Park
100%
(5)
State park 36mi from Franklinton · 162 sites
This 2,800-acre park has nature trails and sandy beaches fit for a French King.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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kayleigh
January 2026
Tent
With pets
This was our second time camping here, and we will absolutely be back. It’s a fantastic spot for tent camping! It’s safe, quiet, dog-friendly (leashes required but they had plenty of space to roam around on the extended leashes we brought) and very secluded. The trails and pond were a great bonus, and despite knowing others were on the property, we never saw anyone else during our stay. Jordan, the host, was very attentive and quick to help troubleshoot any issues. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a peaceful, well-maintained camping experience.
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Echo
January 2026
Tent
With pets
What's not to Love about this place.... the woods, the beach, the creek, the rocks, the soil, the clay, the dogs...
Hope to return again & again....
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Jenna
January 2026
Tent
What an amazing place! We couldn’t have asked for a better spot. The campsite was awesome and right in the creek. Will definitely be back!
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Kelly
December 2025
Tent
The hosts were so great with my needs and accommodations and offered me a different spot to allow me to pull my car up closer. Amazing location. Very quiet, even got to hear wolves or coyotes and the view of the stars was outstanding. Sweet Luna, one of the farm dogs, slept outside my tent all night and made me feel very comfortable. Can’t wait to come back!
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Brandi
December 2025
Weekend Trip to All You Need Institute
Enjoyed the stay! Night sky was beautiful. There were other sites nearby, but this still felt secluded.
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Bryan
December 2025
1 night at All You Need Institute
The property was beautiful!!! The yurt was extremely spacious and bigger than I had previously thought from the picture. So much care and thought was put into every single thing on the property. It was very enjoyable to explore and walk the trails during the sunrise. Highly recommend.
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Callie
November 2025
Tent
Group trip
We had a great time and made some great memories - pretty sure we had the place to ourselves. It was so quiet and peaceful!
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David
November 2025
Tent
With pets
Fiancee and I went to get away for the Holidays to avoid the Family hassles with the pup for four days.
David was communicative and friendly prior to our trip, asking if we needed some extra firewood (25$ cash) and made sure we got set up okay once we got there. He checked in over text daily.
The area was very nice, we went searching for trash to pick up prior to getting set up and found very little. The grill and wood were a huge help as I had a bit of trouble getting the campfire set up in the cold and rain.
The ad says David has 4 dogs that might say hello, I will say they definitely said hello and stayed for quite awhile. One of them for a night and two days without leaving camp, so if your tied up or leashed dog is not ready to be around other dogs, highly recommend you look for another place, thankfully mine was okay with the two that visited frequently.
Little close to the road for my liking as you can hear trucks with loud bass coming up and down through the night, but the serenity of the water from the creek flowing through made up for that.
Stores are a short drive to get any last minute supplies, which is great since we had to grab some extra ice last minute.
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caitlin
November 2025
Tent
With kids
We loved camping at Camp Topisaw for our 2nd time! Fabulous spot, the creek is peaceful and gorgeous. Great spot to unwind and especially great for us that it is kid + dog friendly. Thank you as always to David!
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Anne
November 2025
Tent
I loved tent camping here! All of the beautiful sounds from rushing water to animals in nature made for a nice relaxing time! The directions were easy but the camping spot was still very secluded! Awesome spot to stargaze!
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Abbie
November 2025
Tent
With pets
Great spot! The site had a nice flattened area for my tent a little into a wooded area. I was able to hang my hammock. And the spot is right in the edge of the walking trails which was lovely. I also had some car troubles and Jordan was very responsive and helpful!
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Gary
November 2025
With pets
Fantastic property with some unique ecological features, plenty of room to feel private or connected to other campers, and great accommodations. Highly recommend this for your next weekend getaway.
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Shawn
November 2025
Tent
Topisaw is always great. Stayed multiple times, host is always very accommodating and communicates very well.
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Blaine
November 2025
Tent
Group trip
We tent camped on the creek side sandbar. It was a group of 5 of us and a dog. David welcomed us at the site, he was friendly and answered all questions we had.
The site had a bbq grill, a patio table and 4 chairs, and an outhouse that was close by. There was enough parking for our 3 vehicles so no problems there.
The site wasn’t close by to other campers and felt very private which was nice. The creek was a little chilly but we were in it the majority of the days anyway, and the dog loved it. If you’re in to rock hunting this spot is for you! Bunch of neat things to find in and near the creek. I would also recommend some kind of water shoe for the rocky spots (if you have city feet like me)
Overall, we had nothing negative to say about this place. Everything was great and we will be returning in the future!
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Jolie
November 2025
Tent
Such a private and quiet spot to camp at. Would definitely go again if i lived closer.
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Nicholas
November 2025
Tent
We had an absolutely amazing long weekend here. The sandy banks are gorgeous and the river is awesome. David was super friendly and helped us find our spot. One of the most relaxing get aways we have had in a while.
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Reid
October 2025
Tent
With kids
Great location and as described! This was my second time camping here and will be back again. The host are great and would highly recommend the firewood!
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Carrie
October 2025
Tent
We enjoyed our stay, I was able to back my truck up close in our campsite, which was an extra convenience, it was a peaceful stay.
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Blake
October 2025
Tent
Very nice camp site. Lots of room to spread out. Nice hike trails through the woods. Very primitive sites.
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Brandon
October 2025
Tent
With pets
The hosts were friendly and informative and very helpful with directions. The sight was the perfect size for all our gear with a great view of the pond. I decided on an afternoon swim after unpacking and was blown away by the crystal clear water and fish swimming around me. Not to mention the beautiful hand crafted community area on the shoreline. Everything was very well maintained while staying mindful of the surrounding ecosystem. My only regret was not booking another night and having more time to explore this beautiful property and catch one of the community fires!
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