Name: Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
Address: Camping

Top-rated campsites near Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve

1. The Rivers Retreat

47mi from Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve · 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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Sun Outdoors New Orleans North Shore

2. Sun Outdoors New Orleans North Shore

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47mi from Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve · 199 sites · RVs, Lodging

Discover the unparalleled charm of Sun Outdoors New Orleans North Shore, a premier RV resort that redefines the camping experience. Nestled conveniently off the I-12 corridor, this exceptional destination stands out as the most accessible RV resort between Texas and Florida, offering a unique blend of comfort and adventure. At this gated lakeside retreat, guests can enjoy spacious RV sites featuring level concrete pads, ensuring a hassle-free stay. The resort boasts an array of fantastic amenities, including a lazy river, a swim-up tiki bar, and inviting poolside cabanas. For those seeking fun and relaxation, there’s also a miniature golf course and a Sonic Drive-In on-site, making it easy to unwind and indulge. Beyond the resort's impressive facilities, visitors can explore the vibrant culture and attractions of nearby New Orleans and Baton Rouge. Experience the lively atmosphere of the French Quarter or the picturesque Garden District in the Big Easy. Alternatively, delve into the historical gems of Louisiana's capital city, ensuring your stay is filled with both relaxation and adventure.

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Pelican's View Lodge

3. Pelican's View Lodge

47mi from Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve · 1 site

Pelican's View Lodge sits suspended over the water in the quiet fishing community of Cocodrie, Louisiana — one of the most productive inshore and offshore fishing destinations on the entire Gulf Coast. If you're coming to South Louisiana to fish, this is where you want to be based. The lodge sleeps 10 across 2 bedrooms and a loft. Bedroom 1 has a king bed. Bedroom 2 has two twin-over-full bunk beds. The loft has two additional twin-over-full bunk beds. There are 2.5 bathrooms. Every stay includes fresh linens, towels, and a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, coffee maker, and Keurig. What sets PVL apart from every other rental in the area is the private boat launch and 2 private boat slips right on the property. No trailer lines. No crowded public ramps. You pull up, launch, and you're in open water in minutes — a massive advantage when the bite is on at first light or tournament weekends are filling the public launches. We also have abundant trailer parking on premises, night fishing lights, a fish cleaning station with running water, an outdoor freezer to bag and freeze your catch, and upper and lower screened decks to watch the shrimp boats drift by at sunset. For cooking your catch: charcoal BBQ grill, boiling pot, and fish frying pot with burner are all on site. Bring your own propane. The waters around Cocodrie offer world-class speckled trout, redfish, and flounder inshore, plus red snapper, amberjack, and yellowfin tuna offshore. Local charter captains are available — we can connect you with the best guides in the area. Or bring your own boat and run your own program. Located at 7464 Edgewater Drive, Chauvin, LA 70344 — about 1 hour southwest of New Orleans and 45 minutes from Houma. Book direct at pelicansviewlodge.com or through VRBO and Airbnb.

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Lulu’s Louisiane Swamp Camp

4. Lulu’s Louisiane Swamp Camp

49mi from Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve · 1 site

Swamp Camp offers a unique peaceful retreat to nature enthusiasts in the heart of Louisiana swamp country. We are at the dead end of a quiet one mile road called “Happywoods.” Our camp, up on piers, is situated in the wetlands along the Tickfaw River and adjoining Tickfaw State Park. We look out onto a wilderness sanctuary with turtles, alligator, beaver, and otter along with a variety of water birds among the characters. The camp is built centered on a 300 plus year old cypress tree. The space The cabin is an open concept with high ceilings and two open lofts for sleeping. The bathroom has a sliding door for privacy. There are two walk up decks to enter the cabin from the outside. Below the cabin is another long, semi covered deck. Directly below the cabin is an additional sink and two toilets and two showers. The camp is situated on two acres of land with adjacent wetlands along two sides. Guest access Guests have access to the whole property during their stay.

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Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve adventure.

Top-rated campsites near Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve

The Rivers Retreat

1. The Rivers Retreat

47mi from Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve · 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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Sun Outdoors New Orleans North Shore

2. Sun Outdoors New Orleans North Shore

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47mi from Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve · 199 sites · RVs, Lodging

Discover the unparalleled charm of Sun Outdoors New Orleans North Shore, a premier RV resort that redefines the camping experience. Nestled conveniently off the I-12 corridor, this exceptional destination stands out as the most accessible RV resort between Texas and Florida, offering a unique blend of comfort and adventure. At this gated lakeside retreat, guests can enjoy spacious RV sites featuring level concrete pads, ensuring a hassle-free stay. The resort boasts an array of fantastic amenities, including a lazy river, a swim-up tiki bar, and inviting poolside cabanas. For those seeking fun and relaxation, there’s also a miniature golf course and a Sonic Drive-In on-site, making it easy to unwind and indulge. Beyond the resort's impressive facilities, visitors can explore the vibrant culture and attractions of nearby New Orleans and Baton Rouge. Experience the lively atmosphere of the French Quarter or the picturesque Garden District in the Big Easy. Alternatively, delve into the historical gems of Louisiana's capital city, ensuring your stay is filled with both relaxation and adventure.

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Pelican's View Lodge

3. Pelican's View Lodge

47mi from Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve · 1 site

Pelican's View Lodge sits suspended over the water in the quiet fishing community of Cocodrie, Louisiana — one of the most productive inshore and offshore fishing destinations on the entire Gulf Coast. If you're coming to South Louisiana to fish, this is where you want to be based. The lodge sleeps 10 across 2 bedrooms and a loft. Bedroom 1 has a king bed. Bedroom 2 has two twin-over-full bunk beds. The loft has two additional twin-over-full bunk beds. There are 2.5 bathrooms. Every stay includes fresh linens, towels, and a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, coffee maker, and Keurig. What sets PVL apart from every other rental in the area is the private boat launch and 2 private boat slips right on the property. No trailer lines. No crowded public ramps. You pull up, launch, and you're in open water in minutes — a massive advantage when the bite is on at first light or tournament weekends are filling the public launches. We also have abundant trailer parking on premises, night fishing lights, a fish cleaning station with running water, an outdoor freezer to bag and freeze your catch, and upper and lower screened decks to watch the shrimp boats drift by at sunset. For cooking your catch: charcoal BBQ grill, boiling pot, and fish frying pot with burner are all on site. Bring your own propane. The waters around Cocodrie offer world-class speckled trout, redfish, and flounder inshore, plus red snapper, amberjack, and yellowfin tuna offshore. Local charter captains are available — we can connect you with the best guides in the area. Or bring your own boat and run your own program. Located at 7464 Edgewater Drive, Chauvin, LA 70344 — about 1 hour southwest of New Orleans and 45 minutes from Houma. Book direct at pelicansviewlodge.com or through VRBO and Airbnb.

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Lulu’s Louisiane Swamp Camp

4. Lulu’s Louisiane Swamp Camp

49mi from Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve · 1 site

Swamp Camp offers a unique peaceful retreat to nature enthusiasts in the heart of Louisiana swamp country. We are at the dead end of a quiet one mile road called “Happywoods.” Our camp, up on piers, is situated in the wetlands along the Tickfaw River and adjoining Tickfaw State Park. We look out onto a wilderness sanctuary with turtles, alligator, beaver, and otter along with a variety of water birds among the characters. The camp is built centered on a 300 plus year old cypress tree. The space The cabin is an open concept with high ceilings and two open lofts for sleeping. The bathroom has a sliding door for privacy. There are two walk up decks to enter the cabin from the outside. Below the cabin is another long, semi covered deck. Directly below the cabin is an additional sink and two toilets and two showers. The camp is situated on two acres of land with adjacent wetlands along two sides. Guest access Guests have access to the whole property during their stay.

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