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  • Metairie, Louisiana Hotels

    Metairie was built on the south side of Lake Pontchartrain and was the first suburb of New Orleans. The area is separated from New Orleans by a water canal. Many residents of New Orleans moved to Metairie after Hurricane Katrina. The Lake Pontchartrain Causeway provides a bridge from Metairie to the north shore of the lake. The area is home to nightclubs, ce… read more

  • Motels in New Orleans, LA

    Just off the Gulf of Mexico, New Orleans is well-known for Mardi Gras, jazz and its famous French Quarter, but it is also close to some natural attractions. It sits on the south shore of Lake Pontchartrain and just north of Jean Lafitte National Historic Park. If you are visiting New Orleans and looking for a motel in the area, there are a few from which to… read more

  • Hotels in Metairie, Louisiana

    Metairie, Louisiana is a suburb of New Orleans located on the south shore of Lake Pontchartrain. Metairie's Lafreniere Park has a man-made swamp, Frisbee golf course and two-mile jogging track. Nearby Lake Pontchartrain offers wonderful fishing and boating opportunities. Metairie is served by the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport located a fe… read more

  • RV Parks in Hammond, Louisiana

    Hammond is the last major stop north of Lake Pontchartrain, when heading south on Interstate 55 toward New Orleans. Interstate 12 also cuts through Hammond, bringing travelers from both coasts through this area. Visitors stopping in Hammond will find a city where alligator farms and swamp walks are the allure. RVers can find quiet places to stay here, allowi… read more

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  • St. Tammany Parish Tourism

    Plenty of outdoor adventure awaits visitors to St. Tammany Parish, located north of New Orleans along Lake Pontchartrain's north shore. Experience diverse natural surroundings and abundant wildlife while enjoying hiking and nature trai… read more

  • Hotels in the Metro Area of New Orleans, LA

    The metropolitan area of New Orleans, Louisiana, includes the area roughly from where I-10 crosses Lake Pontchartrain on the east to the western edge of the suburb of Kenner, which ends approximately where I-10 separates from the I-310… read more

  • Hotels Between Baton Rouge & Destrehan

    The capital of Louisiana, Baton Rouge is about 85 miles northwest of New Orleans. Destrehan is a small town just south of Metairie, which is a few miles west of downtown New Orleans, just off Lake Pontchartrain. The distance between th… read more

  • Hotels in Laplace, Louisiana

    The city of LaPlace, Louisiana, is a small, centrally located town between two very popular Louisiana cities: New Orleans, which is 30 minutes away, and Kenner, 20 minutes away. This city sits on the banks of the Mississippi River and… read more

  • Hotels Near Lacombe, Louisiana

    Lacombe is a small town in St. Tammany Parish about 26 miles from New Orleans. From hardwood forests to swamps, from lakes to bayous, people are drawn to the area because of its natural beauty and outdoor activities. Visit the 18,000-a… read more

  • Cruises Sailing From New Orleans

    New Orleans, located near the mouth of the Mississippi River, is a destination in its own right, famous for its Mardi Gras parties, Cajun cooking and Old World charm. Outdoor enthusiasts can charter a fishing boat, take a sailboat out… read more

  • Motels in Metairie, Louisiana

    Located just a few miles from downtown New Orleans, Metairie, Louisiana is convenient to most New Orleans attractions and activities. You can enjoy the charm of the French Quarter, take in a little shopping at the Riverwalk Marketplace… read more

  • Cheap Hotels in New Orleans, LA

    New Orleans is s a great destination for people who want to explore the food, music, culture and history of this 300-year-old French Colonial port. The city is surrounded by water with the Mississippi River to the east, the Gulf of Mex… read more

  • Hotels in Old Mandeville, Louisiana

    Old Mandeville is the oldest area of Mandeville, a small city located in St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana. Situated on what is called the Northshore of Lake Pontchartrain, Old Mandeville is home to two of the oldest jazz institutions, inc… read more

  • RV Parks in and Around Slidell, Louisiana

    Slidell, La. is located only 40 minutes from New Orleans and just blocks from Lake Pontchartrain. Guests have access to swimming, fishing, boating and other events on or near the lake, but also tourist attractions in the New Orleans ar… read more

  • Haunted Hotels in New Orleans, LA

    From the French Quarter's French and Spanish influences to the Bayou Country just outside the city limits, visiting New Orleans is like traveling to another country. While in New Orleans, golf at City Park, run in Audubon Park or bike… read more

  • RV Parks Near Belle Chasse, Louisiana

    Belle Chasse is a community in the New Orleans metro area. While there are few RV park options in Belle Chasse itself, there are many accommodations in and around New Orleans. The parks offer access to niche neighborhoods, and because… read more

  • Motels Near Pearl River, LA

    Pearl River is less than 10 minutes north of Slidell, Louisiana. This town is near recreational sites such as the Pearl River Wildlife Management Area, which has paths for horseback riding and nature walks. Pearl River is also within 3… read more

  • RV Parks near Slidell, LA

    Slidell, Louisiana, is just north of New Orleans across Lake Pontchartrain. There are several parks and wildlife areas nearby, such as the Pearl River State Wildlife Management Area and the Pearl River Wildlife Management Area. Also ne… read more

  • RV Parks near Gonzales, Louisiana

    Gonzales is in the southeastern part of the state of Louisiana near the Mississippi River. Interests in the area include riverboat tours, casinos and the Global Wildlife Park. Outdoor recreation such as boating, canoeing and fishing ca… read more

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    Backcountry Camping Tips

    Backcountry Camping Tips

    You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...

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    Beach Camping Near Pismo Beach, California

    Beach Camping Near Pismo Beach, California

    Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...

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    Common Sense Hiking Tips

    Common Sense Hiking Tips

    The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.

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