The best river, stream, or creek campgrounds near Gretna, Louisiana

Across the Mississippi River from New Orleans, Gretna offers a quiet camping getaway from the nightlife of the Big Easy. Motorhomes can roll into the local RV park, which features full hookups, laundry facilities, and restrooms with showers. Or, find a private tent site with water and electrical hookups as well as a cabin rental equipped with kitchenettes and private bathrooms right in town. For a day at the beach, head an hour north to Fontainebleau State Park, perched on the shores of Lake Pontchartrain. Build sandcastles on the beach, explore the water by kayak, and walk or bike the old railroad track now dubbed Tammany Trace. Tent and big-rig campsites offer full hookups, while an on-site cabin rental features double beds, cooking utensils, and linens. Extend the trip with a visit to Bogue Chitto State Park, roughly two hours north. Mountain bike a 14-mile single-track trail, tube down the Bogue Chitto River, and then rest up at a modern cabin with a full-size kitchen and queen-size bed.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Gretna

I'm on Vacation Retreat

1. I'm on Vacation Retreat

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23mi from Gretna · 19 sites · RVs, Lodging

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.

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$54

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Bayou Peninsula

2. Bayou Peninsula

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47mi from Gretna · 1 site · Tent, RV

Only 2 miles off interstate 10. About 45 minutes to New Orleans. Welcome to camp or stay in your RV right on the Bayou The bayou leads to the Jordan river, Jordan River leads to the bay and the bay leads to the Gulf of Mexico takes about 30 minutes by boat or 5 miles by car. You’re welcome to go fishing we have, brackish water even blue crabs 🦀 it does require a license. Welcome to bring your boat launch is about a mile away off the 603. You can leave it docked in our yard. Under the house, there is table and chairs to enjoy the cool breeze. There is an outside cold water, shower, and a sink with cold water. One outlet to charge your phone is all the electricity available.

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$15

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The Rivers Retreat

3. The Rivers Retreat

41mi from Gretna · 10 sites

The Rivers Retreat is a gorgeous, 13-acre sanctuary located on the sandy shores of the Little Tchefuncte River in Covington, Louisiana. We have 10 cottages of various sizes for rent as well as tons of land for primitive camping. We Our breathtaking 13-acre retreat, in Covington, Louisiana is nestled along the Little Tchefuncte River. Its white sandy dunes and shimmering currents will make you feel transported to another world. The Rivers Retreat is the perfect venue for a magical wedding or special event. If you are planning a family reunion, or corporate or church retreat, your guests will make a lifetime of memories. This sprawling historic retreat offers 10 beautifully appointed cottages that can accommodate 50 overnight guests. There is a very large, beautiful meeting room as well as an enormous banquet hall with a well-stocked commercial kitchen, compete with all linens, tableware, and stemware. The covered, screened pavilion is enormous and is the perfect place for a wedding ceremony, reception, or conference. Guests absolutely love to stretch out on the 13 acres and explore the neatly manicured grounds. The river is easily accessible and is usually the right depth for wading, swimming, kayaking and canoeing. In the hot summer months, the massive pool provides a welcome oasis, while tennis and basketball is always available. The Rivers Retreat provides the perfect, breathtaking venue for your memorable event! Enjoy a variety of high-end, rustic amenities at The Rivers Retreat. Come together for a fun day at the pool, featuring space to converse with friends. Enjoy a relaxing night around the campfire, underneath our own beautiful, country-night sky.

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Bayou Segnette State Park

4. Bayou Segnette State Park

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State park 6.8mi from Gretna · 100 sites

Bayou Segnette State Park: A Gateway to Natural Wonders.

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Saint Bernard State Park

5. Saint Bernard State Park

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State park 9.6mi from Gretna · 51 sites

Discover the natural charm of Saint Bernard State Park.

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Pelican Park of New Orleans

6. Pelican Park of New Orleans

7mi from Gretna

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

Fairview Riverside State Park

7. Fairview Riverside State Park

State park 35mi from Gretna · 101 sites

Discover the natural charm of Fairview Riverside State Park.

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Tickfaw State Park

8. Tickfaw State Park

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State park 48mi from Gretna · 65 sites

Discover Tickfaw State Park's natural beauty and outdoor adventures.

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Across the Mississippi River from New Orleans, Gretna offers a quiet camping getaway from the nightlife of the Big Easy. Motorhomes can roll into the local RV park, which features full hookups, laundry facilities, and restrooms with showers. Or, find a private tent site with water and electrical hookups as well as a cabin rental equipped with kitchenettes and private bathrooms right in town. For a day at the beach, head an hour north to Fontainebleau State Park, perched on the shores of Lake Pontchartrain. Build sandcastles on the beach, explore the water by kayak, and walk or bike the old railroad track now dubbed Tammany Trace. Tent and big-rig campsites offer full hookups, while an on-site cabin rental features double beds, cooking utensils, and linens. Extend the trip with a visit to Bogue Chitto State Park, roughly two hours north. Mountain bike a 14-mile single-track trail, tube down the Bogue Chitto River, and then rest up at a modern cabin with a full-size kitchen and queen-size bed.

100% (36) • 348 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Gretna

I'm on Vacation Retreat

1. I'm on Vacation Retreat

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23mi from Gretna · 19 sites · RVs, Lodging

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

Bayou Peninsula

2. Bayou Peninsula

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47mi from Gretna · 1 site · Tent, RV

Only 2 miles off interstate 10. About 45 minutes to New Orleans. Welcome to camp or stay in your RV right on the Bayou The bayou leads to the Jordan river, Jordan River leads to the bay and the bay leads to the Gulf of Mexico takes about 30 minutes by boat or 5 miles by car. You’re welcome to go fishing we have, brackish water even blue crabs 🦀 it does require a license. Welcome to bring your boat launch is about a mile away off the 603. You can leave it docked in our yard. Under the house, there is table and chairs to enjoy the cool breeze. There is an outside cold water, shower, and a sink with cold water. One outlet to charge your phone is all the electricity available.

Pets

Campfires

Water hookup

from

$15

/ night

The Rivers Retreat

3. The Rivers Retreat

41mi from Gretna · 10 sites

The Rivers Retreat is a gorgeous, 13-acre sanctuary located on the sandy shores of the Little Tchefuncte River in Covington, Louisiana. We have 10 cottages of various sizes for rent as well as tons of land for primitive camping. We Our breathtaking 13-acre retreat, in Covington, Louisiana is nestled along the Little Tchefuncte River. Its white sandy dunes and shimmering currents will make you feel transported to another world. The Rivers Retreat is the perfect venue for a magical wedding or special event. If you are planning a family reunion, or corporate or church retreat, your guests will make a lifetime of memories. This sprawling historic retreat offers 10 beautifully appointed cottages that can accommodate 50 overnight guests. There is a very large, beautiful meeting room as well as an enormous banquet hall with a well-stocked commercial kitchen, compete with all linens, tableware, and stemware. The covered, screened pavilion is enormous and is the perfect place for a wedding ceremony, reception, or conference. Guests absolutely love to stretch out on the 13 acres and explore the neatly manicured grounds. The river is easily accessible and is usually the right depth for wading, swimming, kayaking and canoeing. In the hot summer months, the massive pool provides a welcome oasis, while tennis and basketball is always available. The Rivers Retreat provides the perfect, breathtaking venue for your memorable event! Enjoy a variety of high-end, rustic amenities at The Rivers Retreat. Come together for a fun day at the pool, featuring space to converse with friends. Enjoy a relaxing night around the campfire, underneath our own beautiful, country-night sky.

Toilets

Showers

Campfires

from

$125

/ night

Bayou Segnette State Park

4. Bayou Segnette State Park

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State park 6.8mi from Gretna · 100 sites

Bayou Segnette State Park: A Gateway to Natural Wonders.

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Saint Bernard State Park

5. Saint Bernard State Park

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State park 9.6mi from Gretna · 51 sites

Discover the natural charm of Saint Bernard State Park.

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Pelican Park of New Orleans

6. Pelican Park of New Orleans

7mi from Gretna

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

Fairview Riverside State Park

7. Fairview Riverside State Park

State park 35mi from Gretna · 101 sites

Discover the natural charm of Fairview Riverside State Park.

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Tickfaw State Park

8. Tickfaw State Park

88%

(4)

State park 48mi from Gretna · 65 sites

Discover Tickfaw State Park's natural beauty and outdoor adventures.

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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Evan

2 weeks ago

Tent

1 night at Bayou Peninsula

Amazing experience with Deborah! She was extremely accommodating and I would definitely stay there again. Extremely kind people in a safe area.

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Sidney

3 weeks ago

20 ft travel trailer

1 night at Bayou Peninsula

I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Deborah’s place Nice quiet, beautiful place.

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Chris

March 2026

Tent

Weekend Trip to Bayou Peninsula

We loved camping at Deborah’s land! She was so accommodating and it was extremely peaceful. We will definitely be back!

Karl and Brenda

February 2026

24 ft Class C

1 night at Bayou Peninsula

NIce open spot of land between two canals..... A lovely place.

Carol

February 2026

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Bayou Peninsula

We had such an incredible experience staying with Deborah and her husband. They were kinder and more welcoming than I ever could have imagined. From the moment we arrived, they made us feel comfortable and genuinely cared about our stay. Deborah went above and beyond by recommending amazing local spots to explore, and every suggestion was a hit. You can tell she truly loves the area and wants her guests to experience the best of it. Their hospitality made the whole trip feel special like we were visiting friends. If you’re considering staying here, don’t hesitate. It’s rare to meet hosts who are this thoughtful and generous. We would absolutely stay again.

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kari

January 2026

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Bayou Peninsula

The bayou was lovely and Deborah was a very gracious host.

Maria

December 2025

Tent

1 night at Bayou Peninsula

Deborah has a great place for a quick overnight. It's very peaceful for a restful night from busy campgrounds. I car-camped, but I made sure I was fully self-sufficient. It was so nice to sit by the water.

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Robert

December 2025

24 ft Class B

Weekend Trip to Bayou Peninsula

We enjoyed our one night stay at the Bayou Peninsula. Deborah was a great communicator and made the experience very easy. We wish we had more time to enjoy the docks and water. We hope to stay agaim when we pass this way.

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Mitchell

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Bayou Peninsula

What a great place to fish and relax. It was a clear sky and you could see the stars like you can't I'm the city. Deborah is accommodating and a gracious hostice. I'll be coming back again!

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Dana

September 2025

19 ft Class C

With kids

Weekend Trip to Bayou Peninsula

Debbie was the most kind and over-the-top accommodating host I’ve ever met. She spoiled me and my two girls! She fed us dinner and gave the girls treats. In the morning she gave the girls hot chocolate, toys and beads to play with. Her property was fun… being right on the bayou! She even had kayaks for us to use. She set chairs out for us to use to watch the bats at sunset. An absolutely amazing time was had!

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Olive

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Bayou Peninsula

Beautiful place, easy to get to and lovely falling asleep to the cicadas and frogs! Deborah was an amazingly helpful host and I would stay again in a heartbeat!

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James

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Bayou Peninsula

Very helpful host, even cooked a homemade breakfast for me the next day.

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Lee

May 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Bayou Peninsula

I would highly recommend this spot me and my dog are doing a bike packing across the country and we stopped there for an overnight the host is extremely accommodating beautiful spot I can't say say enough about the host she is so nice everything was perfect

Matthew

April 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Bayou Peninsula

I stopped in for a quick overnight, it was fairly quiet and very picturesque. It was easy to get in and out with my motorcycle, and there was plenty of space for my backpacking tent.

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Shane

March 2025

30 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Bayou Peninsula

We had such a great stay! Deborah is really kind and welcoming! Can't wait to return in the future.

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Charles

March 2025

32 ft Class C

3 nights at Bayou Peninsula

We LOVED our time at Bayou Peninsula! Debbie and O.J. are gracious hosts with a beautiful property. The location is conveniently near I-10, the beach in next door Waveland, also bars, restaurants, shopping etc while being secluded enough to enjoy true peaceful down time. We enjoyed watching the waterfront property change with the tides and stargazing by the firepit at night. Debbie's generous hospitality cannot be overstated. She went above and beyond to make our stay a success. We look forward to our next getaway at Bayou Peninsula. If you go, say hi to their adorable pups Sandy and Leroy for us! Thanks again Debbie!!

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Hailey

March 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Bayou Peninsula

awesome host!! very helpful we will definitely come back !!

James

February 2025

Tent

1 night at Bayou Peninsula

Beautiful spot and wonderful host. Thank You Miss Deborah!

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Braden

February 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Bayou Peninsula

Great host, very accommodating. Very helpful with letting me know directions and super friendly. If you are considering staying here do it.

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Kathy

February 2025

19 ft travel trailer

3 nights at Bayou Peninsula

To say that this was an amazing stay would be a massive understatement. Thank you so much for being so welcoming and for having such a beautiful property to spend 5 days at. Waking up next to the river each day was so calming and peaceful. Beach is 10 minutes up the road. Easy access to grocery stores, restaurants, and Walmart. Amazing host and would return in a heartbeat!