KOA Journey campgrounds offer the perfect oasis after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
KOA Journey campgrounds offer the perfect oasis after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
From I-10 W: Take Exit 265 onto US Highway 190 East (Fremaux Ave). Turn left on US Highway 190 East. After 3.1 miles, the campground entrance is on your right.
From I-59 - I -10 S: Go South towards New Orleans. Merge onto I-10 W toward New Orleans. Take Exit 265 for US Highway 190 East (Fremaux Ave). Turn left on US Highway 190 East. After 3.1 miles, the campground entrance is on your right.
From I-12 E: Take Exit 85A to merge onto I-10 W toward New Orleans. Take Exit 265 for US Highway 190 East (Fremaux Ave). Turn left on US Highway 190 East. After 3.1 miles, the campground entrance is on your right.
From 1-10 E: Heading NE from New Orleans, take Exit 265 onto US Highway 190 East. Turn right onto US Highway 190 East. After 3.1 miles, the campground entrance is on your right.
Alternative from I-10 W: Take Exit 266 onto US Highway 190 East (Gause Blvd). Turn left on Gause Blvd. After 2 miles, turn right on US Highway 190 East (S Military Rd). After 2 miles, turn left on US Highway 190 East. After 1.5 miles, the campground entrance is on your right.
Get Google DirectionsBrand-new RV park! Slidell KOA Journey proudly opened in December 2024 just 30 minutes North of New Orleans and is open year-round.
This KOA campground is a quiet, serene, and safe park providing RV Sites and elevated Tent Sites. Full Hook Up RV Sites are spacious and nestled among mature oak trees and cypress trees, providing a natural environment - with full amenities.
Known as a family-friendly RV park with outdoor recreation, this Louisiana campground provides an ideal setting for a family camping trip. If you leave the park and travel south across Lake Pontchartrain, you'll find yourself in the heart of New Orleans enjoying local highlights like Cajun restaurants, the French Market, Jackson Square, St. Louis Cathedral, and local festivals and events.
Look no further for an ideal location that allows convenient access to the French Quarter while preserving peace and quiet for a good night's rest. Our natural setting is perfect for relaxing and reconnecting with nature - so you can be recharged for the next day's adventures. Slidell KOA is one of the best campgrounds near New Orleans.
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KOA Journey campgrounds offer the perfect oasis after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
WHEN: September 11-12, 2026
WHAT: KOA Rewards holders stay as a paying guest on Friday, September 11th at any participating KOA campground and get Saturday, September 12th for FREE*.
WHY: KOA Rewards Appreciation Weekend is designed exclusively for KOA Rewards holders to say thanks for your loyalty and for trusting your camping memories to us. On this late-summer weekend, we gather to celebrate friends, family and fun in the great outdoors we all adore.
* Only at participating KOA locations. Applies to one site per a KOA Rewards account, for two consecutive nights at the same KOA. Sites may be limited. KOA Rewards discount does apply but not valid with other discounts.
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