Fontainebleau State Park

Category: State park

Address: 62883 LA-1089, Mandeville, LA 70448, USA

Phone: +19856244443

Reviews

S H

Oct 4, 2022

I love this park. Over 100 camping spots available ranging from full hookups to primitive camping. Nice Beach area along the shores of Lake Pontchartrain. Nature trails, history, cabins on the lake, and awesome wildlife. Something for everyone.

Sandra Gail Gadel

Sep 25, 2022

I love the nature here. Just walked in the sand and went for a swim. ⭐ The showers and bathrooms are closed due to damage from hurricane Ida. So be prepared not to have a place to rinse off or change clothes. Port a potties were available. I will return to walk the trails another day.

Daniel Diaz

Sep 23, 2022

Such a surreal experience....

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Questions & Answers

Do you have area to swim in?

Earnest Hooker | Oct 4, 2018
Chris Murphy | Oct 4, 2018

Yes, they have many different things to do there including swimming

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Can you set up a tent and camp out with family for a night?

Brandi G | Oct 4, 2019
Brad Norris | Oct 4, 2019

Yes. We camp there multiple times a year. There are unimproved sites just for tents, and improved with electric and water hookup for either tent or camper.

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Can you bring your own BBQ grill

Latoya Simmons | Oct 4, 2018
R Cartier | Oct 4, 2018

Yes you can.

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Can you go just for just a day and not stay?

Dakota Avants | Oct 3, 2020
Keir Skinner | Oct 3, 2020

Most definitely! The park has beautiful trails to take nice long walks on. They also have a splash pad for the kids as well as playgrounds. There is also plenty of grounds to explore. I suggest getting there nice and early so as to catch the local deer while they are out and about.

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How much money is it to get in? I would like to go to the beach tomorrow.

Maggie Martin | Oct 4, 2018
Morocco Fes | Oct 4, 2018

3 $ per person

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What kind of fish are there and are there many places to fish from the bank

Mike Johnson | Oct 4, 2018
TROY SCIAMBRA | Oct 4, 2018

You can fish for Red and Specal trout

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Do you have rv hookups with electric and water

Diane Fitzpatrick | Oct 4, 2018
Deb Ahlbaum | Oct 4, 2018

Yes full hookups. Very nice campground.

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Can you sleep in your car overnight or with a tent

Frank Ursino | Apr 6, 2022
WILL BURANDT | Apr 6, 2022

if you rent a camping spot with or without power or water, yes... they have many ' primitive spots available.

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Are you allowed to fish?

Charles Procell | Oct 3, 2020
Nicole Wahl (Nikki) | Oct 3, 2020

Yes

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Is there any place to horseback ride in the park?

tina bernard | Oct 3, 2020
Sharon Stroud Broussard | Oct 3, 2020

The Tammany Trace runs through the park, and horseback riding is allowed along that path. However, horses are not allowed on the park's trails. Bogue Chitto State Park, near Franklinton, would be the closest State Park were horseback riding is allowed on site.

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Is it dog friendly?

Karla Abney | Oct 4, 2019
Bruce | Oct 4, 2019

Yes it is very dog friendly. All pets must be kept on a leash

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can you bring a pet, Dog?

Don Burns | Oct 4, 2018
Michael Cooke | Oct 4, 2018

Yes you can. But pets must be kept on a leash.

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Are dogs allowed?

Jana Turner | Oct 4, 2018
Kim Coonfer | Oct 4, 2018

Yes but must be on a lead.

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Is there a water hose or a place where I can connect a water hose to fill water balloons?

FunkE MunkE | Jul 5, 2022
Andrea F | Jul 5, 2022

Yes. Restrooms and a spigot by the splash pad.

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Can you rent a bicycle in Fountainblue State park?

Cindy | Oct 3, 2021
Pamela Fleitas | Oct 3, 2021

No but you can on Girod St., which is not very far from Fontainbleau on the trace.

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Do you have ever camping

Paula Chamberlain | Oct 3, 2021
Alex Arakelian | Oct 3, 2021

Yes camping and rv area very cosy )))

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Do you do monthly stays

Peter O'Donnell | Oct 3, 2021
Nancy Lanyon | Oct 3, 2021

There are a very few sites that can be reserved and must be reserved for more than 14 days.

Is the park open and have power?

K Train | Oct 3, 2021
Terrey Streath | Oct 3, 2021

Yes! Power, water, and some sites have sewer ...

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Is there a Sunday mass

Michelle Nuss | Oct 4, 2019
Robert Melancon | Oct 4, 2019

Yes

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Are yaw open

Andrea Chapman | Oct 4, 2019
Jeff B | Oct 4, 2019

Yes

What age do you have to be to rent a site.

Ian Shelby | Oct 4, 2019
Sharon Stroud Broussard | Oct 4, 2019

It's 21 years of age, as of March 2017.

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How much for camping

Moody Addison | Oct 4, 2019
Kevin Tubbleville | Oct 4, 2019

I parked in a 50 amp site with water only for a 35 ft rv for $30.00 a night

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Is there ttick or treating this weekend?

Kyle Cantrell | Oct 4, 2019
Kym Parker | Oct 4, 2019

No idea. Call thr ranger station, they would know for sure.

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How busy is it during Labor Day Weekend?

Laura Boeke | Oct 4, 2018
Charlotte Holsapple | Mar 7, 2022

Considering that it is a very popular place to go, and one of the few campgrounds that offer beach access to Lake Ponchartrain, it gets pretty busy, but not unbearable.

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Is there a place to catch blue crabs

Khalil Warner | Oct 4, 2018
John J Morella | Oct 4, 2018

Fishing Pier is about the Best Place to catch Blue Crabs, with out having a Boat.

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Im wanting to know price to stay overnite in cabin for two ??? And price for 1 please!

Virginia Sawyer | Oct 4, 2018
Tracie Barrios | Oct 4, 2018

Its listed on their website

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How much does it cost for the water park

dustin edwards | Oct 4, 2018
Jeremiah Mason | Oct 4, 2019

Free

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Is the water park open after it rained today

fabulous Fashionista | Oct 4, 2018
Morgan U. | Oct 4, 2018

Mostlikely

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What time is cjeckout from campground

Virginia Pace | Oct 4, 2018
Lynne Campo | Oct 4, 2018

Check in is 3pm, check out is 11AM, according to their webpage.

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If there is a better location avaible after u get there can you switch reservations

Viney vine Brothers | Sep 3, 2022
Vicki Winn | Sep 3, 2022

I believe so.

Is there electricity and water for tent sites?

Viney vine Brothers | Sep 3, 2022
way4togo2 | Sep 3, 2022

Not at the primitive sites. But all others do.

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Does the $3.00 entry admission fee allow/include access to the RV sewer dumping and potable water refill spigot? Or do you have to pay an overnight stay cost to use this service (separate of the site ammeneties)?

Aurora Sadam Great | Aug 4, 2022
Val Vetter | Aug 4, 2022

Though I suppose you could bluff your way through, we had to pay a daily use fee plus and additional fee to use the dump station. The campground area is separate from the "daily use" area and I don't believe that daily users really should be in the campground or using those facilities. Though I didn't look for a designated potable water spigot, the one at the dump station is non-potable. Potable ones are located at each improved camp site. For definitive answers to what each fee actually allows, the park staff should be the ones answering the questions. What "is", "should be", and "what you can get away with once you're in the park" is too subject to opinions of people who may or may not be following the rules.

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Are there any motorbike riding trails in the park?

Eugene Jaufre | Jun 5, 2022
Laurie Odom | Jun 5, 2022

I don't recall motorbike trails.

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What's the price range

Lisa Tullos | May 6, 2022
Joe Holloway | May 6, 2022

Admission is 3 dollars per person. Children 3 or younger get in for free.

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What’s the cabin status? Does the park have a projection for availability? We are really missing our lil peaceful getaway ☺️

Danielle Gendusa Wagner | Mar 7, 2022
S H | Mar 7, 2022

Still unavailable to rent.

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I would like to do a photoshoot in the park. Do I need to reserve a time to do so, how much is the fee per person and would I be able to photograph clients anywhere in the park? restricted

Tobey Brooks | Feb 5, 2022
Kenny Desselle | Feb 5, 2022

As stated above I would contact the park directly but I would think the only charge would be the per person day use fee. Always see wedding shoot by the beach and Pavillion and under the huge oaks.

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What is your camping seasonAnd do you have locations boat accessible

Howard J. Moreau Jr | Dec 7, 2021
JC3 | Jan 6, 2022

Camping year round although unless you're in a camper the summer is hot outdoors in a tent. There isn't a boat launch in the park but people launch kayaks off the beach in the lake.

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Are dogs allowed in cabins?

Brianna Trauth | Oct 3, 2021
paul clifton | Oct 3, 2021

Yes

Are there walking trails along the water??

Deborah Eckhardt | Oct 3, 2021
Geralynn Brown | Oct 3, 2021

Not from where we are but soon as we find the path will let u know.

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What kind of fishing license do I need to fish there?

Tara Castille | Oct 3, 2021
Tim Wirts | Oct 3, 2021

Salt water.

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Is there anything to sit under and fish in case it rains? Really want to come out tomorrow and fish but not sure about the weather..

Tara Castille | Oct 3, 2021
Captain David Rogers | Oct 3, 2021

The pier is covered

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Is drinking allowed on the beach and when fishing?

Tara Castille | Oct 3, 2021
loup garu | Oct 3, 2021

I see beer cans all around so somebody is drinking.

Do you have to make a reservation to come just for the day to swim , play on splash pad & fish?

Tara Castille | Oct 3, 2021
Sreyas Kundurpi | Oct 3, 2021

I am not sure about fishing but you don't need a reservation for visiting the beach. You just have a $3 ticket to enter the state park which you can buy during the visit. Park also has some beautiful trails to walk

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Which of the campsites in Fountainbleau State Park have sewer hookups?

Joe Cangelosi | Oct 3, 2021
Lisa C | Oct 3, 2021

To my knowledge, there is only one. I don't know the site number, though.

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What would be the best site for a 40ft rv

jeff smith | Oct 3, 2021
Kelly Jean Raber | Oct 3, 2021

The website is pretty accurate on the site lengths. We were in site 3 with a 42ft 5th wheel and 22 ft truck and could have parked another truck in our space with room left over

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Can you launch a boat there?

Rebel_scum_247 | Oct 3, 2021
Eric Kronlage | Oct 3, 2021

I know you can bring kayaks and canoes. But the lakefront which is about a mile up the road you can launch your boat.

Where can you pier fish at?

K Train | Oct 3, 2021
marlin sherk | Oct 3, 2021

By the skate park

What is an unimproved campsite? is There water and electricity at these sites?

Tiffany Vicknair | Oct 3, 2020
Debbie Madden | Oct 3, 2021

My question was gonna be do they have water at tent sites.Tickfaw state park has water at the tent sites but not electricity. We were just wanting to switch up once in a while.

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How are the campsites for an RV? Are they paved?

Jeanette Johnson | Oct 3, 2020
Nugget | Oct 3, 2020

Yes, they're paved. They're very nice lots.

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Do they have camp sites

Martha Hill | Oct 3, 2020
Osvaldo Colon | Oct 3, 2020

Martha Hill, yes they do allow tents in RV area, you will pay a little more, but have access to water electricity and the restrooms are clean and close by. They also have only tent sites available as well...again, very nice State Park.

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How much do the cabins cost to rent

Mark Coy | Oct 3, 2020
Ava Price | Oct 3, 2020

$175+ per night

Do they have cabins?

Edward Sibley | Oct 3, 2020
Bowdier Sackett | Oct 3, 2020

Yes there are 12 cabins

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What type of water is it? Fresh, salt, or brackish?

conor babin | Oct 3, 2020
Jason “CrazyJVids” Melerine | Oct 3, 2020

It's brackish. The lake receives fresh water from the rivers flowing into it and salt water from the gulf of mexico.

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What size of trailer is allowed

Shannon Derrick-Brown | Oct 3, 2020
adam rodgers | Oct 3, 2020

Whatever you can fit. No limit that I know of..... but keep I'm mind the park layout was designed back when a giant fiver was considered to be 30 ft. Turns are tight,theres low limbs and the road beds are all built up. That being said, I was able to navigate my 36 into one of the tent camping pull through spots. BUT it took work and alot spotting. Enjoy! and bring big spray!

How much is each campsite? How many tents allowed? And how much for each extra tent?

Ginger Bowers | Oct 3, 2020
Peter Weber | Oct 3, 2020

Yes just call the park. They're very helpful.

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Is the park open on Christmas Day?

Daniel Board | Oct 3, 2020
Sharon Stroud Broussard | Oct 3, 2020

Just for future reference, the parks are open 365 days a year; the historic sites are the ones that close on Christmas Day (as well as on Thanksgiving and New Year's Day).

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Can you grill there? Are there stationary grills?

juanita terrell | Oct 4, 2019
Dustin Sayes | Oct 4, 2019

Yes.

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RV park, full hookups, water, electric, and sewer?

Gary Russell | Oct 4, 2019
R L | Oct 3, 2020

They have sites to suit just about any RV type and some have s/w/e. If you have a large class A be aware some of the roads are a bit narrow with tight turns around trees. They are all passable, but if you're pulling a toad, you might want to disconnect at the front gate. Also, if the ground is saturated when you're there, be careful not to get off the paved surface.

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Does the campground have a boat launch? How is it for skiing/tubing

Samuel Senter | Oct 4, 2019
Sharon Stroud Broussard | Oct 4, 2019

You can launch small boats, such as canoes and kayaks; but there's no boat launch for fishing or motorized boats.

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Can u fish out there?

nora jarreau | Oct 4, 2019
Hayden T | Oct 4, 2019

Yes

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Is there a section that is dog friendly?

Roxanne Sanchez | Oct 4, 2019
Barry Larson | Aug 4, 2022

What about cat's

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Are you allowed to boil crawfish there?

Cynthia Creamer | Oct 4, 2019
Connie Simer | Oct 4, 2019

YES

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Are there bbq pits there?, and or can we bring our own? And and can we make a fire?

0331brooke | Oct 4, 2019
Sharon Stroud Broussard | Oct 4, 2019

There are fire pits at the campsites, but not sure of the set-up at the cabins. You might want to call the park directly and ask.

Is there bbq pits There? And or can we bring our pits?

0331brooke | Oct 4, 2019
Brad Jolly | Oct 4, 2019

Both.

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Can you bring spacewalks to the park?

Adriane Gemini | Oct 4, 2019
Brianna Chandler | Oct 4, 2019

I would call the office and ask the to be sure but I think they have rules for that.

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What is being done about the alligators in the small pond area. There is about 10. Counted them on 4/7/2019 just at dusk.

patricia Frazier | Oct 4, 2019
Don Ward | Oct 4, 2019

Some there discussed relocation at some point intime.

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Are the mosquitoes/ gnats bad in the summer?

Brian Holland | Oct 4, 2019
Big Pop Productions | Oct 4, 2019

Ummm....! Like vultures at a buffet

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Do you have a cabin or something at lodge available for the 15,16,17 of February

Kim Crawford | Oct 4, 2019
JoAnne Kustenmacher | Oct 4, 2019

Ud have to actually give Fontainebleau State Park a call for that answer for that answer. I don't think they read this site. Sorry.

What is the process for cabin rental?

Roxanne Lagarde | Oct 4, 2019
Glenda Spillman | Oct 4, 2019

I agree Go to Web site

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Are the trails paved?

MJ Richter | Oct 4, 2019
Glenda Spillman | Oct 4, 2019

I don't think so but they are smooth enough you don't seem to notice if they are or aren't. Very nice trails and marked very well. Love to ride there

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What is the current status of privatizing Fountainbleu into a conference center, golf course and water park? Was there a recent meeting, discussion or PR event with Mr. Nungesser? If so where can I find a transcritp of the event? Thanks.

Ron Lilly | Oct 4, 2019
Bryan Strang | Oct 4, 2019

This seems like the wrong place to get such answers but I sure hope they are all "never" and "no way."

What time do i need to be there for community service?

Destiny Dill | Oct 4, 2019
Tammy Rutledge | Oct 4, 2019

Theirs different times for the day use call them their

Do the camp have ground holes to cook in

Timothy Williams | Oct 4, 2018
woketman | Oct 4, 2018

Tweardy is accurate.

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Is the beach open on July 4th ???

Angelmermaid | Oct 4, 2018
J Johnson | Oct 4, 2018

I've never heard of them closing the beach.

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Can you rent a tent there and if so how much

Angelmermaid | Oct 4, 2018
Victor Sacco | Oct 4, 2018

No

Is there a water park

Melanie Doz | Oct 4, 2018
Kelly Avants-Brogdon | Oct 4, 2018

No but they got a beach, a splashing area, & a trail to go hiking!

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Do you need a fishing license for fountain bleau state park

Veronica Barker | Oct 4, 2018
Se7en 1ne (Se7en) | Oct 4, 2018

Yes you do.

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Can you camp there with tents only?

Jamie Wooten | Oct 4, 2018
Amy Cuneo | Oct 4, 2018

You can use campers and they have cabins

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Can you go swimming/ got to the beach there if so how much and what time dose it open???

Breanna Carter | Oct 4, 2018
Frank Payne | Oct 4, 2018

Yes ; $3; call park for hours.

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What if you only wanted to stay until like 10:00 then leave.Would that be alright?

lowen brown | Oct 4, 2018
Sharon Stroud Broussard | Oct 4, 2019

Day-use ends at 9 p.m. when they close and lock the gates.

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Is horseback riding allowed?

Miranda Roberts | Oct 4, 2018
Aaron Bloom | Oct 4, 2018

No they are not

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Do you have any camping sites for 4th thru 7th of july with electricity &running water close to beach

Veronica Barker | Oct 4, 2018
Aaron Bloom | Oct 4, 2018

Contact the park

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Can you fish off the haws

Kadrn Lormand | Oct 4, 2018
Aaron Bloom | Oct 4, 2018

You can fish off the pier

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For the primative group camping sites do they allow each tent to have individual fires or is it only a group fire pit?

Rhela Lavallee | Oct 4, 2018
Tammy Cash | Oct 4, 2018

Yes you GRT your own camp fire from what we seen.

How motorcycle-accessible are the campsites?

Carter Spade | Oct 4, 2018
Simmone Kennedy | Oct 4, 2018

There are paved roads right next to the campsites

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Are dirtbikes allowed on the trails

theswagsniper | Oct 4, 2018
L Antigua | Oct 4, 2018

I really don'tfeel know thatyou answer but you can call and find out

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how much is it to swim there?

Othman Castro | Oct 4, 2018
Chishimba Simutowe | Oct 4, 2018

You just need to pay to enter the park. And free to swim.

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How much does camping cost with hook ups.

Joe Shook | Oct 4, 2018
Susan Burns | Oct 4, 2018

Don't know have never been camping there just fishing

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Are tent sites available and are they primitive ?

Mike Johnson | Oct 4, 2018
Glenn Dailey | Oct 4, 2018

They do have primitive tent sites.

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I'd like to have my wedding here I want it under the big oak trees near the lake but not facing it.... Do we have to rent that or no?

Amanda Sirikul | Oct 4, 2018
Anthony Bowers | Oct 4, 2018

My wife and got married there, but we rented the group 3 cabins. It's a private area away from the park so people won't crash your wedding. I think it was only $500 for the werkend.

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Do they still have a pool

jessica brown | Oct 4, 2018
Lynne Campo | Oct 4, 2018

No, as they say "it ain't dere no mo"... but there is a kid's splash park and you can swim on the beach in Lake Pontchartrain.

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Are golf carts allowed

Randy Troyer | Oct 4, 2018
Mary Bradley | Oct 4, 2018

No rental carts, but you can bring your own.

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do the shower houses have heat?

Dee Danner | Oct 4, 2018
Lee J Pedesclaux | Oct 4, 2018

Yes, heated and a/c...

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Is there primitive camping at this location?

Cliff Willis | Oct 4, 2018
Edmond M | Oct 4, 2018

Yes. Its amazing!

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How many tents are allowed on one space with electric and cost per night

Mark Anglin | Oct 4, 2018
John Smith | Oct 4, 2018

Depends. Website has more accurate details but it ranges from $20-$33 a night depending on hook-ups. I don't know how they specify on maximums on tent numbers, but i do know they have maximums.

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I want to get married here. How much is it to rent the area between the pond and the lake ? I want to set up chairs there. And is the building next to it useable for a reception? Does anyone know?

Caitlyn Druckenmiller (QueenCaity) | Oct 4, 2018
Kimberly Q (Kimmy) | Oct 4, 2018

Nothing to rent that area the rent pavilion is further back i think if u just set up most ppl will not bother your area u can check with attendant at the gate for further info the building is bathrooms and showers not really a reception type building

How much does it cost to camp in a tent for the weekend

Stacey Causey | Oct 4, 2017
John Smith | Oct 4, 2018

Depends. Website has more accurate details but it ranges from $20-$33 a night depending on hook-ups

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What are y'all safety system

Mya M | Oct 4, 2017
Kym Parker | Oct 4, 2018

The gates are locked at specific times of the evening til morning. There are several park rangers who regularly payril the park.

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