100% (251) • 30 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Westwego
Big Branch Apiary
1. Big Branch Apiary
99%
(268)
31mi from Westwego · 8 sites · Tents, Lodging
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.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$27
/ night
I'm on Vacation Retreat
2. I'm on Vacation Retreat
100%
(10)
28mi from Westwego · 22 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
GLOCKNERS PLACE
3. GLOCKNERS PLACE
100%
(41)
27mi from Westwego · 5 sites · RVs
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
Pets
Full hookups
from
$50
/ night
Pelican RV Park New Orleans
4. Pelican RV Park New Orleans
10mi from Westwego · 34 sites
Pelican RV Park in New Orleans stands out as a beautifully maintained multi-acre campground, perfect for manufactured homes, RVs, fifth wheels, and travel trailers. Its prime location just 5 miles from the vibrant French Quarter and downtown New Orleans makes it an ideal base for exploring the city's rich culture and nightlife.
Guests can enjoy delicious meals at Smiley's Grill, conveniently located on-site, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. For those who love outdoor activities, the New Orleans Lakefront is just down the street, offering excellent fishing opportunities and scenic views.
Please note that public restrooms and showers are currently unavailable. Despite this, Pelican RV Park remains a fantastic choice for travelers seeking a blend of comfort, convenience, and access to the best of New Orleans.
Pelican Park of New Orleans
5. Pelican Park of New Orleans
10mi from Westwego · 3 sites
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
100% (251) • 30 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Westwego
Big Branch Apiary
1. Big Branch Apiary
99%
(268)
31mi from Westwego · 8 sites · Tents, Lodging
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.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$27
/ night
I'm on Vacation Retreat
2. I'm on Vacation Retreat
100%
(10)
28mi from Westwego · 22 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
GLOCKNERS PLACE
3. GLOCKNERS PLACE
100%
(41)
27mi from Westwego · 5 sites · RVs
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
Pets
Full hookups
from
$50
/ night
Pelican RV Park New Orleans
4. Pelican RV Park New Orleans
10mi from Westwego · 34 sites
Pelican RV Park in New Orleans stands out as a beautifully maintained multi-acre campground, perfect for manufactured homes, RVs, fifth wheels, and travel trailers. Its prime location just 5 miles from the vibrant French Quarter and downtown New Orleans makes it an ideal base for exploring the city's rich culture and nightlife.
Guests can enjoy delicious meals at Smiley's Grill, conveniently located on-site, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. For those who love outdoor activities, the New Orleans Lakefront is just down the street, offering excellent fishing opportunities and scenic views.
Please note that public restrooms and showers are currently unavailable. Despite this, Pelican RV Park remains a fantastic choice for travelers seeking a blend of comfort, convenience, and access to the best of New Orleans.
Pelican Park of New Orleans
5. Pelican Park of New Orleans
10mi from Westwego · 3 sites
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
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Juliana
3 weeks ago
1 night at Big Branch Apiary
The bayou tent and the farm are so peaceful, beautiful, and comfortable! Cheri was very friendly and kind. Would highly recommend staying here!
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James
3 weeks ago
Tent
Excellent experience camping at the farm. Cheri graciously greeted me at arrival to direct me to my spot. Drove past ducks, sheep, and thru a blueberry field to get to a secluded flat spot with three large oaks and a fire pit ready to burn. Toilets, showers, and a picnic table all available for use. Enjoyed a quiet night looking at the stars before natures alarm clock in the morning (roosters!). Very good experience!
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Jenna
3 weeks ago
Weekend Trip to Big Branch Apiary
What an amazing stay! Cheri is so kind and communicative. The property is beautiful and well taken care of. This was our second time there and we will certainly be back!
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Joni
November 2025
37 ft fifth wheel
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
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 😊
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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
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 ❤️
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Angela
July 2025
Tent
Gorgeous place with tons of berry bushes and fruit trees - I love how they use every bit of the land, and the sheep were super cute! We stayed in the tree house - it was great! The showers/bathrooms are amazing. And the sourdough bread was too. Would definitely stay again!
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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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Sasha
June 2025
Tent
With pets
Cheri was an excellent host and her gluten free bread was amazing thanks so much for having us!
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Deanna
May 2025
Tent
I really enjoyed camping here. It was beautiful and quiet. The blueberry bushes had flowers next to them as well and wondering between the rows after dinner was magical. The composting toilets were the cutest and cleanest I have ever seen. I hope to return and camp again. Be sure to read the arrival instructions they will send you to make sure you end up at the right place. My GPS told me I had arrived too soon.
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Sarah
May 2025
With kids
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
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
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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Kim
May 2025
Tent
Perfect camping experience! Cheri is a wonderful hostess with a beautiful place to camp right next to a large blueberry patch that also has some rows of flowers that she sells commercially. I picked lots of berries for eating and taking with me. In wandering around the farm I found other flowers scattered about. Her white peacock pair is not to be missed! (But don’t worry, you are camped far enough to miss any noise!) There also sheep, lots of chickens (yup, you can buy a dozen super fresh eggs to cook up for breakfast or take with you). The farm structures are so unique with walls of rocks and wine bottles and very clean. There are showers and potties. Even an outhouse or 2, just not super close to the campsite. It felt very safe and secure, which as a woman traveling alone was perfect. Oh, and bring butter, you don’t want to miss her homemade sourdough bread too!
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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.
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David
May 2025
Tent
With pets
This is a beautiful working farm. The Berry Field space was private and wonderful. The animals were fun and happy. Perfect for small RV rig like van or tent. I will return with more time to enjoy this wonderful place
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suzette
May 2025
With kids
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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Ashle
April 2025
36 ft travel trailer
This was an amazing stay! Will definitely be back!
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