Best camping near Calcasieu
11 campgrounds · 11 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Calcasieu, Louisiana — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 11 of 11 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Indian Creek Recreation Area
Good
12.9 mi away
· Muggy night · low 76°F· Comfortable day · high 91°F· No active weather warnings
Indian Creek Recreation Area is a spectacular camping destination located in the state of Louisiana. This campground offers a range of amenities to make your camping experience…
Why 51: live conditions (good) · 5 things to do within 15 mi
51Solid
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#2
Loran Site Complex
Good
8.0 mi away
· Muggy night · low 76°F· Comfortable day · high 91°F· No active weather warnings
The Loran Site Complex Camping Area is located in Louisiana and offers stunning views of the surrounding forests and waterways. Nearby points of interest include the Kisatchie…
Why 49: live conditions (good) · 4 things to do within 15 mi
49Rated
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#3
Loran/Claiborne Trailhead Camp
Good
8.0 mi away
· Muggy night · low 76°F· Comfortable day · high 91°F· No active weather warnings
Loran/Claiborne Trailhead Camp in Louisiana offers primitive, dispersed camping—no established campsites, reservations, or fees are required. Located within the Kisatchie National…
Why 49: live conditions (good) · 4 things to do within 15 mi
49Rated
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#4
Evangeline Camp Complex
Good
16.0 mi away
· Muggy night · low 75°F· Comfortable day · high 93°F· No active weather warnings
Evangeline Camp Complex in Louisiana’s Kisatchie National Forest offers established campsites with picnic tables, fire rings, and grills. Vault toilets and potable water are…
Why 50: live conditions (good) · 4 things to do within 15 mi
50Solid
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#5
Evangeline Camp
Good
16.9 mi away
· Muggy night · low 75°F· Comfortable day · high 93°F· No active weather warnings
Evangeline Camp, located in Kisatchie National Forest, Louisiana, offers established campsites with basic amenities. Reservations aren't required; sites are first-come…
Why 50: live conditions (good) · 4 things to do within 15 mi
50Solid
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#6
Kincaid Lake Recreation Area, Camping/Day Use
Good
18.4 mi away
· Muggy night · low 75°F· Comfortable day · high 93°F· No active weather warnings
Kincaid Lake Recreation Area in Louisiana offers established campsites (no dispersed camping) with both tent and RV-friendly options. Reservations are recommended via…
Why 50: live conditions (good) · 4 things to do within 15 mi
50Solid
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#7
Valentine Lake South Shore
Good
16.6 mi away
· Muggy night · low 76°F· Comfortable day · high 95°F· No active weather warnings
Valentine Lake South Shore Camping Area is an ideal spot for camping enthusiasts who want to experience the natural beauty of Louisiana. The campground is located near a serene…
Why 49: live conditions (good) · 4 things to do within 15 mi
49Rated
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#8
Ahtus Melder Camp
Good
6.8 mi away
· Muggy night · low 76°F· Comfortable day · high 91°F· No active weather warnings
Ahtus Melder Camp is a camping area located in the state of Louisiana, offering a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides both RV and tent camping…
Why 47: live conditions (good) · 3 things to do within 15 mi
47Rated
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#9
Valentine Lake North Shore
Good
16.8 mi away
· Muggy night · low 76°F· Comfortable day · high 95°F· No active weather warnings
Valentine Lake North Shore Camping Area is located in the Kisatchie National Forest in Louisiana. The campground is situated on the banks of Valentine Lake, providing campers with…
Why 49: live conditions (good) · 4 things to do within 15 mi
49Rated
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#10
Kincaid Complex
Good
17.7 mi away
· Muggy night · low 76°F· Comfortable day · high 95°F· No active weather warnings
Kincaid Complex in Kisatchie National Forest, Louisiana, offers established campsites with some dispersed camping nearby. Reservations are recommended for developed sites via…
Why 49: live conditions (good) · 4 things to do within 15 mi
49Rated
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#11
Crooked Creek Rec Area
Good
15.3 mi away
· Muggy night · low 76°F· Comfortable day · high 90°F· No active weather warnings
Crooked Creek Rec Area is a camping area located in the state of Louisiana. This campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for campers. The campground…
Why 48: live conditions (good) · 3 things to do within 15 mi
48Rated
Camping near Calcasieu
The Calcasieu area has 11 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Calcasieu
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
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