Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Welcome to the capital city of Baton Rouge, Louisiana in your RV rental from RVshare. Baton Rouge is the Bayou State’s second largest city and is one of the South’s most popular vacation spots. Baton Rouge combines multiple varieties of tourist attractions such as architectural, nature and wildlife, recreational, shopping, and more. The city’s motto is, “Authentic Louisiana at every turn” and it’s not lying. You’ll experience the famous Southern Hospitality and see why the Bayou is one of the most unique spots on the entire globe when you rent RV Baton Rouge Louisiana!

While New Orleans serves as the most popular Louisiana city, Baton Rouge is not a city to ignore by any means, and we’ve compiled a short list of things to do and places to stay while here to prove just that. We know that you’re going to have the time of your life in an RV rental Baton Rouge LA!  

Popular Tourist Attractions in an RV Rental Baton Rouge Louisiana 

Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center

Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center is a 103-acre facility dedicated to conservation, education, recreation, and tourism. It is home to an award winning, 9500 square-foot building with live animal exhibits, photographic exhibits of the site’s flora and fauna, natural artifact and mineral displays, and a sizeable vintage waterfowl decoy carving collection. Ecology and art exhibits are featured often. There is also a mile of gravel paths and boardwalks that link several different habitats that are filled with different animals. This is a special place, especially for those who love nature, for any motorhome rentals Baton Rouge.

Baton Rouge Zoo

The Baton Rouge Zoo is located 15 minutes North of Downtown Baton Rouge and is owned and operated by the Recreation and Park Commission of East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana. It is home to over 1,800 animals from around the globe and features exhibits for the following: Birds, Mammals, Reptiles, Invertebrates, Amphibians, and Fish. It was the first zoo accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums in Louisiana, getting accreditation in 1977. The zoo offers entertainment, education, and other surprises for people of all ages and leaves you feeling smarter and more curious than when you arrived. Don’t hesitate to visit this amazing zoo in your travel trailer rental Baton Rouge!

Blue Bayou / Dixie Landin’

Blue Bayou Waterpark and Dixie Landin’ are adjacent amusement parks in Baton Rouge on 80 acres at I-10 and Highland Road. Dixie Landin’ contains 29 rides, including 4 roller coasters, 10 games and much more. Blue Bayou Waterpark has over 20 water attractions like the High Water Slide, a 7 story triple serpentine slide. It also features the CONJA, the world’s largest in-line water slide. Whether you enjoy the more tradition amusement park, or you’re looking to cool off in the water, Blue Bayou / Dixie Landin’ will provide you with an unforgettable and fun experience! Get to Baton Rouge and get your tickets today!

Campgrounds and State/National Parks

Baton Rouge KOA

The Baton Rouge KOA is located approximately located 25 minutes East of Downtown Baton Rouge. This campground has everything you’d come to expect from the famous KOA campgrounds. It is a quiet and peaceful area that has quick interstate access to all of the Baton Rouge area attractions. Amenities at the park include wi-fi and cable, mini golf, a swimming pool with a waterfall, a large in ground hot tub, sauna, playground, pets allowed, and RV sites that accommodate all sizes for your camper rental Baton Rouge LA. You will also enjoy scheduled activities and local area attractions. Baton Rouge KOA lives up to the KOA name and will more than meet your expectations with your travel trailer rental Baton Rouge LA!

Lakeside RV Park

Lakeside RV Park is one of the areas most popular RV parks and is conveniently located just a half hour away from Baton Rouge.in Livingston, Louisiana. Lakeside RV Park is famous for going the extra mile and pulling out all the stops to provide you with an abundance of amenities for your travel trailer rental Baton Rouge LA. Enjoy amenities such as free wi-fi, swimming pool, on-site grocery, dog park, fishing, clean and modern laundry facility, children’s playground, a camper’s lounge, Lakeside cabins, and much more for your motorhome rental Baton Rouge LA. You can’t miss Lakeside RV Park, it is perfect for any travel trailer rentals Baton Rouge Louisiana!

Cajun Country Campground

Cajun Country Campground is just 20 minutes West of Downtown Baton Rouge, making it one of the closest campgrounds to the capital city. The park is located in a very quiet and serene area and provides plenty of privacy. Amenities include full hookup sites, big rig access, shade trees, pool access, pet friendly, waterfront access, pull-thru sites, and more for your trailer rental Baton Rouge. Cajun Country Campground offers great location and a great site to park your rig, all for a great price. It is definitely worth checking out in your trailer rental Baton Rouge!

Events

Festivals and Shows

• This groundbreaking presentation is housed at the Louisiana Art and Science Museum and has been creating large amounts of hype and buzz since being unveiled. Lichtmond is an amazing 360-degree audio/visual experience featuring the best of Lichtmond’s journeys. This immersive experience combines a variety of ambient-pop and chill-out melodies with the magical world of 3D animation imagery. It is a very hypnotic and unique experience that is enjoyed by those of all ages and tastes. Lichtmond is an international collaboration of renowned artists Alan Parsons, Koppehele Brothers, and IMAGO-D Studios in Madrid.
• The Fete Rouge is Baton Rouge’s premier wine & food festival. It is a competition between local chefs who prepare their best dishes for the chance of winning a Gold Medal. It is held at the L’Auberge Casino and will provide entertainment, a silent auction, a tasting of over 200 wines, and obviously some very delicious food. If you are in town during this festival, come socialize and enjoy some of the finest cuisine that the Baton Rouge region has to offer!

There is a reason Baton Rouge is mentioned by several famous musicians, singing about how magical and special it is to them. It is a very unique city on the American landscape and deserves all the praises it gets and can get. Don’t hesitate to rent an RV from RVshare in the “Red Stick”, Baton Rouge. Thank you for choosing RVshare for your Baton Rouge, Louisiana RV rental!

Frequently Asked Questions About Renting an RV Near Baton Rouge, LA

Do I need to be a certain age to rent an RV in Baton Rouge, LA?

If you are considering a rental from RVshare, then you will need to be 25 years of age to be approved.

Do I need insurance when I rent an RV?

Just like any vehicle that you rent, with camper rentals in Baton Rouge, LA, you are going to need to have insurance that will cover the vehicle in the event that there is an accident. If you do not have insurance that you can use for the rental, then take a look at our insurance page for more information about your options.

Do I need to return my rental RV with a full tank?

When you rent an RV, it’s a good practice to bring the RV back with a full tank. At the same time, not all owners require it, so be sure to communicate with the RV owner before you rent so that you understand his or her refueling requirements.

Does RVshare offer one-way RV rentals in Baton Rouge, LA?

One-way RV rentals in Baton Rouge, LA are available, but it is not always an option with every RV owner. It's important to ask the renter if a one-way rental is an option prior to renting your vehicle.