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FAVORITE PARK, GREAT STAFF
(name not given)
19-Apr-2008
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Need Better Signage
The park is coming along (post Katrina) and will be a showcase in the future. I love the WIFI.
Suggestions:
1. Signs at the 190/59 intersection directing campers to the park.
2. Sign for park on 190 for campers coming from Lacombe.
3. Note on the reservation web site that holders of Golden Age Passport can receive a discount. The reservation personnel who answer the phones should also ask if the caller holds a Golden Age Passport card. Campers are not aware that the Louisiana State Parks honor the card.
Written by Morgan
2-May-2008
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Good location.
We left for an hour to go to the grocery store and our cooler was stolen. Although it was empty, it was still a major inconvenience. Also, because my group was mainly college students (6 of us) we were targeted by the Park Rangers- they drove by about every fifteen minutes to keep an eye on us. We had a good time otherwise!
(name not given)
5-May-2008
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| Camping: |
| In the camping area, there are 126 improved campsites with water, electricity, barbeque grills and picnic tables at each. An adjacent bathhouse and dump station are also provided. In addition, there are 37 unimproved campsites and a primitive camping area for those who want to "rough it." There are also 200 undesignated campsites.
The park also offers three group camps (click here for group camp layout). Camp Number 1, which can sleep up to 150 people, and Camp Number 2, which sleeps 30, are located close together near the beachfront. A nearby swimming pool is available for guests at the three group camps and lodge. Camp Number 3 is located in another part of the park and can accommodate 65 people. A fishing pier with freshwater fishing is available at this camp. Avll group camps include dormitory sleeping areas and fully equipped kitchens.
Just across U.S. Highway 190 from the main part of the park is the Fontainebleau State Park Lodge. The Lodge includes sleeping facilities for ten people, with a maximum capacity of twelve, as well as a kitchen and two baths. |
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| Area Attractions: |
| Fort Pike State Historic Site --(adjacent to Old Spanish Trail on Old US 90, approximately 23 miles east of downtown New Orleans)--This historic masonry fort was completed in 1827 to defend New Orleans. Stroll through arched casemates and stand overlooking the Rigolets as sentries once did, enjoy living history programs, visit the museum or picnic at the pavilion.
Fairview-Riverside State Park --(2 miles east of Madisonville on LA Hwy. 22)--Nestled among magnificent live oaks and situated on the cool clear waters of the Tchefuncte River, this gem of a state park features 81 improved campsites, excellent fishing, canoeing and picnicking. A nearby boat ramp offers access to the park and Lake Pontchartrain.
Town of Mandeville--(I-10 to US 190 north of New Orleans, on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain)--Take the longest bridge over water in the world to scenic byways, swamp tours, antiques, shopping, festivals and trails.
Town of Madisonville--(LA 22 northwest of US 190 on north shore of Lake Pontchartrain)--Nostalgic river town of Tchefuncte River with great restaurants, antiques, boating and specialty shops.
Town of Covington--(I-12 to US 190)--A charming town of specialty shops, antiques, scenic byways, festivals, trails, campgrounds and B&Bs. A short drive from New Orleans and the Gulf Coast.
St. Bernard State Park--(18 miles southeast of New Orleans at Poydras)--Located on the Mississippi River, just minutes from New Orleans, the park features 51 improved campsites, a covered pavilion with grill, picnic tables, playground, swimming pool and nature trail in a tranquil and quiet setting.
Bayou Segnette State Park--(7777 Westbank Expressway, Westwego)--Minutes from New Orleans, the park offers 20 waterfront cabins, 98 improved campsites, a group camp, wave pool, conference center, playgrounds, picnic tables and pavilions, a large boat launch, and abundant wildlife.
Tammany Trace--(Koop Drive, Mandeville)--Thirty-one miles of this "Rails-to-Trails" conversion are open from Slidell to Abita Springs. The Trace is a popular spot for cyclists, horseback riders, runners, skaters and walkers.
New Orleans and the Historic French Quarter-- Visit downtown New Orleans' museums, casinos, Aquarium of the Americas, the Riverwalk, or take a cruise on the Mississippi River.
Louisiana State Museum--(French Quarter, New Orleans)--One of New Orleans' top ten attractions, the State Museum is comprised of the Cabildo, Presbyt?, 1850 House and the Old U.S. Mint.
Antique Shopping in Ponchatoula --"America's Antique City."
Swamp Tours --Contact local guides for tours of Honey Island Swamp.
Pearl River Wildlife Management Area--(2 miles east of Slidell in St. Tammany Parish)--This 34,896-acre area is managed for wildlife and includes a cypress-tupelo swamp and hardwoods. Visitors may enjoy fishing, canoeing, boating, birding, crawfishing, hunting, a nature walk and rifle range. |
| Directions: |
| Fontainebleau State Park --(67825 Highway 190, Mandeville, LA 70448; 985-624-4443 or 1-888-677-3668) is located southeast of Mandeville on US 190. The park embraces 2,800 acres on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. Camping, a nature trail, group camps, a lodge, swimming, a playground, fishing and the ruins of a plantation sugar mill are a few of the reasons why visitors return to Fontainebleau year after year. To reserve a campsite, group camp, picnic pavilion or the lodge, call 1-877-CAMP-N-LA toll free (877-226-7652). |
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