Our Facilities

Here is a list of the facilities we offer, all prices are current as of 7-1-2010:

Day use:

Picnic Area: Our picnic area has a playground with slides and climbing walls for children, a volleyball court, and numerous picnic tables and grills. All these facilities are first come, first serve.

Pavilions: We have 7 reserveable pavilions; pavilions 1-5 will accommodate approximately 40 guests and are $40 per day. All parking is first come first serve for these pavilions and there are bathrooms between 1 and 2 and 3 and 4. Pavilions 6 and 7 will hold 60 people and are $60 to reserve. These pavilions have their own small parking lots and share a bathroom. All pavilions have water (no power), picnic tables, and a grill.

Trails: We currently have 4 nature trails for walking. The Marcello Canal trail runs about a mile and a half along the canal from the boat launch to the cabin area and features 3 boardwalks over the water. Note: Part of the Canal Trail by the Cabin area is closed for construction. Wildcat Walk is approximately .3 miles and runs from the gravel parking lot on the main road to the picnic area road through the woods. West-We-Go Trail is approximately .6 miles and goes from across the picnic area road from Wildcat Walk through the woods and back. Raccoon Right of Way is about .3 miles and begins over the bridge from West-We-Go Trail and loops through the woods to the picnic area behind the playground.

Wave Pool: The wave pool is open Memorial Day Weekend to Labor day from 10 to 5:30 Tuesday-Sunday. The wave pool features a large pool capable of creating waves, free tube and life jacket rental, and a small kids’ splash pool and slide. Concessions and picnic tables with umbrellas are also available. Lockers may be rented for $.25 per use, and changing rooms and outdoor showers are also available. Admission to the Pool is $10 for anyone over 4 ft tall and $8 for anyone under 4 feet. Group Rates may be available, please contact the park for groups of over 50. Admission to the pool is strictly first come, first served, and once the pool has reached capacity, no more admittance will be allowed.

Boat Launch: Our boat launch has 5 boat slips, cleaning stations and a floating dock. The launch may be accessed 24/7, after hours boaters must use our self pay station and place a receipt on their vehicle’s dashboard. Our parking lot is relatively secure, however boaters are remind to lock up all valuables, the park is not responsible for losses.

Nature Center: NOW OPEN Our nature center offers interactive displays related to the flora and fauna of the park. Also included is a Kids Corner featuring arts and crafts, and a TV for informational videos. Please contact us to learn about future programs and events. As of October 2010, the Nature Center will be open from 9 am to 5 pm Tuesday through Saturday.

Overnight Use:

Group Camp: Our group camp has 3 dorms that each bunk 40 people in bunk beds (120 total). Each dorm has a large restroom and shower area. Also included is a large meeting room with fully stocked kitchen (inc. freezer, fridge, deep fry, oven, range, ice machine, coffee pot, microwave, serving utensils, pots and pans, sinks, and warmer tables) and tables and seating. Also included are fire rings, playground, and seasonal pool. The group camp is $500 per night and all buildings have handicap accessibility. Note: The group camp is currently being renovated until Jan 2011; All existing reservations will be honored but no new reservations can be made.

Scout Primitive Area: We offer a primitive campground area for scouts that will fit approximately 10-15 tents. No water or electricity is provided, and parking is limited. This area is reserved for youth camping groups and can only be rented by contacting the park directly.

Campground: All of our campsites offer a 50 ft slab, water, electric (50 amp, 30 amp, and regular household plug) a picnic table, grill, and fire ring. Our campground has 2 comfort stations each with free laundry, Coke machine, bathhouse with showers (handicap accessible). We also offer free Wi-Fi (bandwidth is limited). No sewage is offered, guests must store wastewater and dispose of it at the dump station. Sites are $18 a night plus a one-time registration fee. Stays are limited to 15 days.

To make a reservation, please call 1-877-CAMP-N-LA or visit http://www.reserveamerica.com. For more information please see our FAQ page or contact the park at 504-736-7140 or 888-677-2296 toll free during business hours.  Please do NOT contact the reservation center for questions about rules and facilities.