Where We Are Now

We landed this afternoon at Ely KOA Journey, pretty much right in the middle of Nevada, elevation, 6500 ft. This is just a stop-over for a night, but it really is a nice campground. We plan to drive around this after and check out the town.

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Where to Next

From here we're heading north to Idaho. Our first stop is a place called Anderson Camp. We plan to spend a couple of days there so we can check out Shoshone Falls and what's left of Twin Falls

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Natchez Trace RV & Camping Resort, Hohenwald, TN

Our Visit

Thousand Trails      Our original thought on choosing Natchez Trace to camp at was to visit Nashville, but we never made it there.  We had planned on staying for six days and moving on toward Memphis, but the couple (Bud and Melanie) next to us at Diamond Caverns were heading there the day after us so we added four more days to spend more time visiting with them.  (Also, Melanie was sewing us new curtains.)

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Another couple (Ron & Glenda) that we had met at Diamond Caverns also joined us a week later.  On our first day there we checked out the store/cafe and met some of the local people who invited us to join them at their table for breakfast.  That wound up being a daily thing.  We also met three other couples there, one park ranger and his wife (Thomas & Pam), the other two (Bob & Debi) & (Rick & Kim) had also been at Diamond Caverns while we were there but we hadn't met them yet.  With all the truly great people there, we added another four days to our stay.

     When we arrived at the campground we went off in search of a full hook-up with 50 amps, but the only one available was in a bad location in the sun and at the time our AC wasn't working.  So we then looked for a 30 amp full hookup site and found only a few of them, but they were also in full sun.  So we found a great spot under the trees (I had to trim some branches while standing on the motorhome for us to back in)  It was 30 amps and no septic hookup, but it was a great spot and there was a full hookup 30 amp spot that Bud and Melanie could use when they came the following day.  Our park ranger friend (Thomas) set us up with a pumping service, so after five days we ponied up $10 bucks and got pumped out.  When Ron & Glenda showed up, there were a few full hookup sites at the beach and we all moved over there.  We occupied four of the seven beach sites for the Labor Day weekend.  It was camping at its best.  Thomas offered up his pontoon boat to use while he was working and once we took him up on his generous offer, we drove it back to the beach and picked up the rest of the clan and enjoyed a couple of hours out on the lake.

    The weekend before Labor Day the campground hosted a charity auto show which featured mostly "Rat Rods".  It was an interesting take on restoring old cars.  The campground is also located right next to the Natchez Trace.  The Natchez Trace is a 444-mile long national park.  It's a road starting from Natchez, Mississippi extending north almost to Nashville.  No commercial vehicles are allowed on the road and it has a 50 mph speed limit throughout.  It followed a trail that pioneers used as they traveled north through the area.  The site where Meriwether Lewis is buried is pretty close to the campground.  That, and the Amish community nearby are just about the only thing to see near the campground as Nashville is about an hour and a half drive.  

    From what we understand about the campground is that the previous owners were going bankrupt when Thousand Trails picked it up.  There are over 500 sites and it's very spread out.  Because of the park's age, most of the sites are 30 amp without septic.  Most of the facilities are run down and are in need of a lot of work.  There are only seven sites at the beach that are near the lake that are available for "transients", the rest of the lakefront sites are annual sites.  Hopefully, with enough annual sites, the park will be able to make the improvements that it desperately needs.  The campground also has a lot of cabins, which we didn't learn much about.  I think the number one draw to the campground is the people who live there, work there, and live nearby.  Everyone we met was so nice.  The other nice feature is the cafe that serves three meals a day with the best prices.  Jackie and I both ate breakfast there every day for around six dollars together.  I'm sure that the campground will continue making improvements and we're looking forward to our next visit.

Campground number one hundred twenty-one. 
  • August 21, 2018 - (14 days)
  1. Resort Information
  2. Their Description
  3. Amenities
  4. Policies
  5. Rentals
Website:
  www.rvonthego.com
Type: Thousand Trails
Address: 1363 Napier Rd, 
  Hohenwald, TN 38462
Phone: (931) 796-3212

Thousand Trails

Natchez Trace RV Camping is a beautifully wooded RV camp in Tennessee that offers camera-worthy lookouts and a relaxing getaway environment. Located right off the scenic Natchez Trace Parkway, Natchez Trace makes RV camping an adventure. Its position within an 830-acre forested preserve means fewer crowds and more privacy. This nature-focused RV camp features some of the best outdoor resources and recreation in Tennessee: a large 3 mile long lake, pontoon tours, and excellent fishing for bass, shellcracker, crappie and more.

Getting outside of Natchez Trace RV Camping can be just as exciting. Nashville offers many sports and entertainment attractions including music, theme parks, and interesting museums. Other noteworthy day trips include Loretta Lynn's Dude Ranch in Hurricane Mills and the home of President James Polk in Columbia, both of which can be easily accomplished from your home base at Natchez Trace RV camp in Tennessee.

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  • Clubhouse
  • Shuffleboard
  • Swimming Pool
  • Store
  • WiFi
  • RV Storage
  • Pets Welcome
  • Restaurant
  • Store
  • Nature / Hiking Trails
  • Mini Golf
  • Restroom/Shower Facilities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Picnic/BBQ Area
  • Playground
  • Volleyball
  • Basketball
  • Horseshoes
  • Game Room/Billiards
  • Dog Park
  • Tennis Court
  • Picnic/BBQ Area
  • Library
  • Dog Park

General Policies:

  • RV Check-In Time: 11 AM
  • Rental Check-In Time: 4:00 PM
  • Check-Out Time: 11:00 AM
  • Upon check-in, you may be asked to provide a valid ID and a certificate of insurance and registration for your unit. Members should also have their membership card on hand.
  • Minimum Check-In age is 21 years old.
  • Pets are allowed.
  • The rates displayed do not include any applicable service fees or charges for optional incidentals.
  • Ranger Station Hours: August-May: 8am-5pm CST; June-September: 8am-8pm CST.
  • For late arrival arrangements, please call (931) 796-3211.

Reservation & Payment Policies:

  • Your credit card will be charged Itinerary Total prior to arrival, up to a maximum deposit of $250.00. Any remaining balance will be due on arrival.
  • If you cancel your reservation 14 or more days prior to arrival, you will be charged a $25 administrative fee.
  • If you cancel your reservation within 14 days of arrival, you will forfeit your deposit, up to a maximum of $250.
  • In the case of multiple sites booked, cancellation penalties apply to each site that is canceled or changed.
  • Prices and site type are subject to availability.

Helpful Information:

  • All of our sites are 30amp only.
  • Country Store: (931) 796-3422
  • Business Office: (931) 796-3212

We do not allow pets in some accommodation types; however, we do allow service animals and a service animal may have stayed in a non-pet rental.

We currently offer the following rental accommodations:
Alabama Cabin (Sleeps 4)

The Alabama cabin is the perfect getaway for the Crimson Tide fan. This newly remodeled cabin has everything for you to completely unwind. This cabin has 2 full beds and a nice size bathroom with a shower and is nicely decorated in Alabama colors. Be sure to enjoy the wildlife here while sitting on your deck.

  • Linens
  • Fully stocked kitchen
  • Refrigerators
  • Stove
  • Microwaves
  • Coffee maker
  • toaster. AC/heat
  • Flatscreen TV
Deluxe Cabin (Sleeps 4/No Pets)

The deluxe cabin sleeps 4 people and is located near the beach. These rentals include two full size beds. The back porch has a ceiling fan and patio table and chairs overlooking the lake. No pets.

  • Full bathroom
  • Dinette set
  • 19' color TV with satellite
  • Stove
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffeemaker
  • Toaster
  • Pots and pans
  • Silverware and dishes for 4
  • Heat/AC
  • Back porch
  • Patio Table and chairs
  • BBQ grill
Deluxe Cabin (Sleeps 4/Pet Friendly)

The deluxe cabin sleeps 4 people and is located near the beach. These pet-friendly rentals include two full-size beds. The back porch has a ceiling fan and patio table and chairs overlooking the lake.

Fishing Cabin (Sleeps 6)

Welcome to the Fishing Cabin! Your perfect getaway for making memories. Screened in deck overlooking Chief Creek Lake right next to Natchez Trace Parkway. Fully stocked cabin: Towels, linens, pots, pans, stove, refrigerator, and a flat-screen TV. Sleeps 6 and 1 1/2 bathrooms

Hunting Cabin (Sleeps 6)

The newly remodeled Hunting Cabin is a perfect place for the family. It sleeps 6 and has 2 full bathrooms and the deck on the cabin overlooks Chief Creek Lake. Pack up the kids and food. The rest of your supplies is furnished in this cabin. A fully stocked kitchen, linens and towels, stove, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, and a flat-screen TV are here waiting on you. You and kids will make lifetime memories here.

Lodge (Sleeps 15+)

Gather up the family and friends for a one of a kind experience at our lodge. Overlooking Chief Creek lake, this huge lodge has five bedrooms and three baths. With eight full-size beds, you can sleep 16+ people. Be sure to spend time out on the large gazebo right on the lake. With the gazebo's gorgeous, wrap-around deck, the lodge is the perfect place for outdoor weddings, family reunions or just making memories.

  • Towels
  • Linens
  • Pots
  • Pans
  • Dishes
  • A flat-screen TV with Dish Network satellite
  • Outside deck for entertaining
  • Gazebo
  • Small fishing dock
  • BBQ grill
  • Picnic tables
  • Ample parking
  • Secluded wooded area on the lake

Phone Reservations Only - Please Call 888-551-9102 to Reserve Today .

Nashville Cabin (Sleeps 4)

The Nashville Cabin is the perfect place to get away and just relax. It has all the amenities of a home decorated in the music industries motif. Fully stocked kitchen, stove, refrigerator, towels, linens, microwave, and a flat-screen TV. Screened in the deck for you to enjoy the scenery and wildlife surrounding Chief Creek Lake located next to the famous Natchez Trace Parkway. Sleeps 4 with a large handicap bathroom.

Pavilion by the Pool (Seats 75)

The Pavilion has tables and chairs to seat 75. With a kitchen area, sink, refrigerator and more, it is an ideal location to host your wedding, reunions or party.

Premium Cabin (Sleeps 8/No Pets)

These three-bedroom cabins sleep 8 people and include two queen beds, two full-size beds in each room as well as one twin bunk. The large screened back porch has a patio table and chairs. Linens included. No pets.

Red Barn (Holds 75)

Steps away from the lake and near a large grassy expanse, the big red barn is a great option for your wedding, reunions or party. This unique barn comfortably holds 75 and has a bonus loft space.

Route 66 Cabin (Sleeps 4)

Venture back to the days of Route 66. This newly remodeled cabin takes you back to when times were more relaxed but has all the modern amenities. Lay back and relax on the 2 full-size beds that sleep 4 people, while watching your favorite movie on the flat-screen TV. After your shower in our spacious bathroom, go out on the screened-in deck and enjoy your favorite beverage.

  • AC/heat
  • Fully stocked kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Toaster
Standard Cabin (Sleeps 4/No Pets)

These rental cabins sleep 4 people and are complete with linens and kitchens. Numbers are limited, so reserve one today. Call for availability.

  • Kitchen
  • Linens
Standard Cabin (Sleeps 4/Pet Friendly)

These rental cabins sleep 4 people and are complete with linens and kitchens. Numbers are limited, so reserve one today. Call for availability.

  • Kitchen
  • Linens
Tennessee Cabin (Sleeps 4)

Escape to the newly remodeled Tennessee cabin next to Natchez Trace Parkway. Perfect for the dedicated Vols fan!! Decorated with official orange and white Vols furnishings. The Tennessee cabin has 2 bedrooms with queen beds and sleeps, 4 people. The extra-large bathroom includes a full-size closet and a large handicap walk-in shower. This beautiful cabin features, AC/Heat, full kitchen, w/refrigerator, stove, microwave, toaster, coffeemaker and all necessary utensils to cook up a meal. After watching the game on the flatscreen TV, gather on the screened-in deck overlooking Chief Creek Lake. Memories made here will lure you back again and again.

Rick

Rick

Monday, 20 May 2019 14:53

Beachwood RV Resort

Beachwood RV Resort

     We arrived at Beachwood on a Thursday after being detained at the border coming back into the US from Canada.  This is our first visit to a Coast to Coast resort, and our first park not open to the public.  Like the Thousand Trails campgrounds, it has amenities like pools, spas, fitness rooms, tennis courts and so on, so it wasn’t all that different.  The park is divided up into sections, two sections for people who live there full-time and several for those who don’t.  This is nice because you don’t feel that are the better sites are taken by people who live there.  There is one row of back-in 50amp sites that are large and spaced well, but the bulk of the sites are very tight with little room to camp outside your RV.  We found a great site with plenty of room, which I assume was once in a section reserved for tents as it had no water.  Honestly, what makes a site great is the people you camp next to or nearby.  We had the good fortune to meet several great people, Jim & Helga, Joe & Dianne, and Tom.

      Like I said, the campground has lots of amenities.  There are three pools, kids, family, & adult.  There are three spa tubs, family, adult, and one adult in a sauna.  There is also a separate sauna, a fitness center, an adult center and a family center.  The resort is set up with enough activities to keep the family busy without ever leaving the park.  There is also a small store located on the edge of the property so that it accessible to both people inside the camp and to the public.

     Beachwood RV Resort is located in the town of Birch Bay.  It's a small town that does its best to draw tourists.  There is a large water park and plenty of beach access.  The bay is beautiful, but at low tide, the beach doesn't look that inviting, yet there were lots of people out enjoying it.  The weekend that we were there, there was a classic car show and live music.  (the songs were good, but the singing was pretty bad)  Nearby is the border town of Blaine, it's a bit more touristy (unless you're looking for a postcard)  The border crossing there is Peace Arch Park, which is a beautiful park with lots of history on the making of the US/Canadian border.

      Below is information from Coast to Coast:  

Good Sam Rating: 6.5/5/6.5

Address: 
5001 Bay Rd.
Birch Bay, WA 98230

Resort Information: Resort is located 40 miles from Vancouver and 20 miles from Bellingham, convenient to winter and summer activities in the Pacific Northwest. Designed for the whole family as well as retired couples, the resort is in a wooded setting on beautiful Birch Bay. Saltwater bay offers nonstop summer beach fun, as well as peaceful winter solitude.

Full Sites: 272

Pull-through Sites: 104

Maximum Electrical Service: 30 amps

WiFi Available: Yes, (not at the campsites, but some sites have cable)

Maximum RV Length: Unlimited

Elevation: 0

Amenities: Recreation hall, outdoor pool, Jacuzzi hot tub, spa, sauna, tennis courts, horseshoe, grocery, teen center, playground, volleyball, softball field, soccer field, basketball court, disc golf, fishing nearby. Nearby: Beach.

Monday, 20 May 2019 14:49

Bay View RV Resort

Bay View RV Resort

      We arrived at Bay View RV Resort seven months after Hurricane Harvey had hit.  It is unfortunate that so much damage was done to the area.  The clean-up and rebuild efforts are amazing.  However, it looks like the park is slow to bounce back.  A lot more clean-up and rebuilding need to be done.  This is understandable, but we didn’t see any work going on in the park working toward that goal.  Some of the unsightliness could be cleaned up in a matter of days or even hours, but it’s still there months later.  The park charges members an additional $10 as a campground fee.  I hope that extra money is going toward fixing the park up.  We had the good fortune of camping next to some really nice people, so it made the campground a bit more welcoming.  From the pictures, you can see the devastation that took place, it is very sad.  I’m sure in time the campground will become a resort again.  I could see us staying there again in the future, but probably just for a night or two.  Driving around we saw a lot of RV parks in much better condition.
 
Type: Classic
Good Sam Rating: 7.5/8/8
Address: 
5451 Hwy. 35 North
Rockport, TX 78382
Phone: (361) 400-6000
Fax: (361) 729-0576
Reservations Phone: (361) 400-6000
Resort Information: North of Corpus Christi, come relax under the oak trees. The weather is beautiful year-round. Nearby are Fulton Mansion, Texas Maritime Museum, Rockport Center for the Arts, Arkansas Wildlife Refuge, deep sea fishing, boat tours for birding, whooping cranes and dolphins, the USS Lexington, Texas State Aquarium, Bay Education Center, public beaches, boating, fun shops and many fine restaurants.
Web Site: bayviewrockport.com
EMail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Full Sites: 340
Partial Sites: 100
Open: Jan 1 to Dec 31
Maximum Electrical Service: 50 amps
WiFi Available: Yes
Maximum RV Length: 45 feet
Elevation: 0
Amenities: Recreation hall (2, 1 adult only), outdoor pools (2, 1 adult only), basketball, billiards, bingo, cable TV, entertainment, fitness center, ice cream, game room, group activities, handicap access, horseshoes, hot showers, whirlpool hot tub, Wi-Fi, laundry, pavilion, shuffleboard, library, movie rentals, ping pong, playground, pool table, tennis, tenting, TV lounge, saltwater fishing nearby. Tourist attractions nearby: Aransas National Wildlife Refuge, Tree of Lamar, Lady of the Star Sea Chapel, Fulton Mansion, Goose Island, TX State Aquarium, Great TX Birding Trail, USS Lexington, greyhound racing, Rockport beaches. Restaurants nearby, boating nearby.
RV Notes: Additional charges: Resort fee $10/night, cable $3/night. If arriving after 4 p.m. please call the resort.
Accepts Pets: Yes
Visitor Mail Accepted: Yes, 5451 Hwy 35N Rockport, TX 78382
Monday, 20 May 2019 14:42

Barton Park

Barton Park

      Barton Park is county park that not only has excellent campsites but has some of the best day-use facilities that I've seen.  First, I have a little history with this park.  Back in the '70s, I used the park to launch many a rafting trip down the Clackamas River.  I've visited the park many times over the last 40 years.  There is a boat ramp.  (for rafts, and shallow water fishing boats).  Pumps to inflate your rafts are provided free as well as free bags to hold your trash while rafting the river.  There is also, a free life jacket share program.  Volunteers have donated life jackets for boaters and rafters to use and either return her or at other county parks down river.  (Unfortunately, it looks like people have taken advantage of the program and have kept the life jackets for themselves)  The park has seven reservable picnic areas and one pavilion.  The weekend of our camping trip to the park, there was a wedding at the pavilion.  The camp also has a sand volleyball court several horseshoe pits and play areas.  The camping sections of the park are separate from the day use areas.  The original camping area offers both tent and RV sites, some being side by side in the grass and some being tucked back into the tree.  The open grass sites are commonly reserved for week-long campers that come the same week each year to camp with friends from previous years that camp the same week.  Twenty-some years ago, I tent camped with my in-laws on their week in the park.  It was great!  Totally different from pulling your RV in for a weekend and pretty much keeping to yourself or immediate neighbor campsites.  The second camping area is fairly new with paved roads and manicured paved sites for RV's.  Very nice, but a totally different feel than to old campground.  And a third section was added in the trees past the RV section.  I saw almost all tents there and one or two smaller camper RV's.  I've heard rumors (from my mom) that the third section was destined to become a horse camp.  But I don't see it happening in the near future because there are no horse trails here.  There is one being built tying Barton Park to McIver State Park, but there is a couple of river crossing to contend with before that's complete.  The park is great, even better with lots of friends.  With only a lack of hiking trails and an easy way to get from the campground to the day-use area without walking on a narrow road and contending with cars being its downfall.  I would highly recommend the park to everyone.  

     Among our region's most popular park destinations, Barton Park is a recreational gem located on the Clackamas River. This one of a kind park features camping, hiking, multiple day use and event amenities, and a variety of river recreation opportunities.

112 campsites; 103 with water and electric hookups
Up to 8 people and 2 domestic pets allowed per site

  • water/electric hook-up sites          $28/night
  • primitive tent sites (#101–107)      $22/night
  • 1 group tent                                   $60/night
  • 1 bunkhouse                                  $30/night
  • additional vehicle fee                     $6
Monday, 20 May 2019 14:41

Armitage Park

Armitage Park, Eugene, Oregon

     Armitage Park is a great park located just outside of Eugene, Oregon.  We had a late evening event in Eugene, so we thought why not just camp close by, instead of driving three hours home.  The park is located right on a bus line giving full access to Eugene most days.  On Saturday we were there, we had to walk just over a mile to catch the bus.  The park is very clean and comfortable.  It has a large off-leash dog park within the park.  It is located next to the McKenzie River with plenty of river access.  We found that although there are paths throughout the park, hiking was pretty much limited to the park, but the park was big enough for a good walk for most people.   We will visit the park in the future.

    A breathtakingly beautiful day-use, campground and RV park on the banks of the McKenzie River only 5 miles (8.05 km) north of Eugene. Located on the outskirts of Coburg and adjacent Interstate 5. Reservations available.

The 57-acre (23 ha) park features

  • The Crilly Nature Trail
  • A two-acre (.81 ha) off-leash dog park with water and shade
  • A tree-lined river path
  • Volleyball
  • Horseshoe Pits
  • Boat ramp
  • Reserved picnic areas and shelters – Great for group events!
Monday, 20 May 2019 14:34

Ainsworth State Park

Ainsworth State Park, Cascade Locks, Oregon

     Ainsworth State Park is located 35 miles east of downtown Portland, just off of Interstate 84 (I-84) in the spectacular Columbia Gorge Scenic Area. All campsites at Ainsworth State Park are full hook-up sites and the park offers restrooms with flush toilets and hot showers. Surrounding the State Park are miles and miles of hiking trails and scenic waterfalls. In fact, situated at the eastern end of Historic Highway 30, from Ainsworth to Crown Point to the west, you'll find the world's greatest concentration of high waterfalls (like Multnomah Falls at 620 feet). Of the 43 campsites at Ainsworth State Park, 24 are pull-through campsites. Within a short drive are several additional state parks with day use facilities for fishing, windsurfing, hiking, biking, and swimming. Shopping and restaurants are available in Cascade Locks, 10 miles to the East. If you are a light sleeper, avoid the even-numbered camping sites in the "B" loop as they are near very active railroad tracks.
     While searching Reserve America for a last minute campsite I found Ainsworth State Park.  It was only available for one night, but it was just thirty miles up the Columbia from us, so we jumped on it.  I'm glad that we did.  It was close enough to Portland that two of my sisters (and their significant others) joined us for dinner and my daughter drove out the next morning (Father's Day) and spent a couple of hours with us before we had to pull in the slides and drop the jacks.  Early Sunday morning we hiked west along the gorge to Horsetail Falls.  Had we more time (and better shoes) we could have continued up to Ponytail Falls and several others.  The other nice thing to note about the Park is that although it's located on the old Columbia River Highway which is not recommended for large RV's, it is only a 1/4 of a mile from the interstate so that wasn't an issue.  We're looking forward to a return visit so that we can have more time to hike.  

       On our second visit here, the first thing we did was play tourists and drove a couple of miles down the road and visited Multnomah Falls again.

From Oregon State Parks

Nestled in the awe-inspiring Columbia River Gorge, Ainsworth is equal parts waterfall wonderland, hiker's playground, and camper's delight. Situated at the eastern end of Historic Highway 30, from Ainsworth to Crown Point to the west, you'll find the world's greatest concentration of high waterfalls (like Multnomah Falls).

By leaving the park on Nesmith Point trail, you'll end up with a splendid view of St. Peter's Dome, a majestic basalt monolith rising 2,000 feet above the mighty Columbia River. Hiking is definitely something you'll want to do while camping at Ainsworth State Park.

Ainsworth is located in close proximity to Interstate 84 for ease of access as well as close to a working rail line that runs through the entire Columbia River Gorge.

Campground info

40 full-hookup sites canopied in a laid-back, tree-filled setting
Six walk-in tent sites
Designated bike-in camp area
Flush toilets/showers
Firewood
Interpretive programs

Monday, 20 May 2019 14:30

Abita Sprigs RV Resort

Abita Springs RV Resort, Abita Springs, Louisiana 

      We picked Abita Springs RV Resort for it's proximity to New Orleans.  I'm glad that we did.  Although it was a little over an hour to drive into the city (and a $5 fee one way over the 24-mile causeway), it was well worth it.  The campground is nice, and it's obvious that it is well taken care of.  The entrance has been just been repaved, the camping area has compacted river rock roads and sites.  The sites are spacious and we didn't feel like we were on top of each other, but could have been a little larger.  There are two ponds and a lake with ducks, and geese.  I guess, with any pond or lake in Louisiana, there is a chance for snakes and alligators.  The pool is nice, but not heated.  There is a clubhouse and horseshoe pits, but not too much going on.  The campground management was very friendly as were the hosts.  We noticed the hosts going through each site right after a guest left to ensure it was ready for the next guest.  Overall, I nothing bad to say about the campground other than don't pull in while they are paving the entry.  

      The town of Abita Springs is a nice small town with not much happening.  They do have a natural spring in the center of the town where we filled our water bottles up a couple of times.  Outside of town, there's a brewery, which in the past had quite the appreciation room, but I don't think that's the case anymore.  The next town over is Covington which is about the same but has some historical buildings.  While we were here we did take a day to explore the French Quarter of New Orleans.  Unfortunately, we only gave ourselves a day to do it and it wasn't enough time.  We'll have to go back.  Also, while we were there we took a swamp tour at Honey Island.  It was well worth the thirty-minute drive and the $23 for a ninety-minute tour.  However, you need to reserve a seat ahead of time with a credit card and pay with cash when you get there.  

 

Type: Classic

Good Sam Rating: 9/9/9.5

Address: 
24150 Highway 435
Abita Springs, LA 70420

Phone: (985) 590-3926

Reservations Phone: (855) 872-1469

Resort Information: This resort is located 40 miles from the French Quarter of New Orleans just across Lake Ponchatrain. It sits on its own well-stocked crappie and bass lake. The resort has a large clubhouse with scheduled activities and beautiful pool complex. The town of Abita Springs is an antebellum wonder and home of the famous Abita Springs Brewery with daily tours.

Web Site: oceancanyon.com

EMail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Full Sites: 80

Partial Sites: 20

Check-In/Check-Out Times: 2:00 p.m./ 11:00 a.m.

Rental Unit Check-In/
Check-Out Times:
 4:00 p.m. /11:00 a.m.

RV Site Minimum Stay: 1 night

Rental Unit Minimum Stay: 1 night

Open: Jan 1 to Dec 31

Maximum Electrical Service: 50 amps

WiFi Available: Yes

Maximum RV Length: 45 feet

Elevation: 0

Amenities: Recreation hall, outdoor pool, kid's pool, fishing available, horseshoes, hiking trails, paddle boats, basketball, playground, dump station, laundry, picnic tables, handicap access, shuffleboard, ping pong, hot showers, pool table, ice available, full time group activities, children's rec center, tourist attractions nearby, gambling casino nearby, fishing nearby, boating nearby, golf nearby, shopping nearby. Nearby: New Orleans, Lake Pontchatrain.

RV Notes: Additional charges: Wi-Fi $3/night, 50 amps $5/night.

Rental Notes: Rental units available. Trip Points not accepted. Contact the resort directly.

Restrictions: No pets and no smoking in rental units.

Accepts Pets: Yes

Visitor Mail Accepted: Yes

Visitor Mail Restrictions: Must contact resort ahead of arrival

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