Lafayette KOA

The Great Outdoors

From the waters to the woods, the nature you'll be near while motorhome camping in the Lafayette area is in a league of its own. Every site is just as splendid as the next, like Atchafalaya National Wildlife Refuge in Lottie. The wild river swamps you can explore here are home to neotropical birds, waterfowl, Louisiana black bears, and all sorts of other plants and wildlife. You can check it out in many different ways whether it's by traditional hiking and nature viewing across the trails, kayaking along the river, or checking for tracks as you hunt around the area.You could also try a trip over to White Lake Wetlands Conservation Area which can be found in Gueydan. Nearly 72,000 acres await there with a mix of wetlands, croplands, woodlands, and marshes to explore, with camping areas available so you can take your time and get your fill. If you are interested in fishing here, you could hook catches like largemouth bass, blue catfish, and crappie. You could also stick to the trail areas where you can spot a variety of avian species and more with information kiosks to get you prepped to explore.Another great area for viewing the wildlife of Louisiana is Rockefeller Wildlife Refuge in Grand Chenier right by the coast of the Gulf of Mexico. Some trapping is allowed, and you can certainly find a wide variety of fish and shellfish when you are boating around the area. The wildlife, however, is what makes this place really shine. Home to over 160,000 waterfowl when winter comes around, this sanctuary is full of creatures that give the area an amazing amount of biodiversity.

Explore the City

If you are looking for things to keep you occupied outside of the campground, Lafayette and the area around it have much to offer. Whether you are looking to try fantastic foods, enjoy the city atmosphere, or just absorb some unique culture, you will find all you are looking for and more. Avery Island is home to the beautiful Jungle Gardens and the home of Tabasco sauce too. You can take a tour of the factory where all the flavors are made. Then check out the restaurant where you can try tons of inspired dishes. The Jungle Gardens might be the best part here, though, with guided tours and 170 acres of semi-tropical paradise on display.While camping at Lafayette KOA, make sure you head over to New Iberia and check out the Rip Van Winkle Gardens. Along with the semi-tropical gardens here, the Joseph Jefferson Mansion sits a bit higher than the rest of Louisiana with 350-year-old oak trees surrounding it. You won’t find a more exquisite scene within hundreds of miles. Take a tour at this fantastic cultural landmark to observe rare paintings and some Victorian-era elegance.You can also find plenty to enjoy in Baton Rouge, including BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo. Over 800 different species call this zoo home, ranging from tigers to alligators and tons of beautiful birds. Here you can observe extravagant species like the blue peafowl, rare ones like the black-handed spider monkey, and majestic creatures like cheetahs.There's something for everyone to enjoy is this rich region of Lousiana; book a camper rental near Scott and start planning your stay at Lafayette KOA today.