Covington is the seat of St. Tammany Parish, with a population of 11,564 as of the 2020 census. Jacques Drieux is one of the earliest known European settlers in the area, and John Wharton Collins established the town of Wharton in 1813. It was renamed Covington in 1816.
A stand-out point of interest in town is the 31-mile Tammany Trace, a multi-use paved trail that connects Covington with several nearby communities. You'll find the world's tallest statue of President Ronald Reagan, at 10 feet tall. Bogue Falaya Wayside Park is a favorite among locals, offering you a wooded area with picnic tables, a pavilion, and wooden play structures.
Nearby Gallager's Grill serves American foods in a steakhouse setting, and Dons Seafood - Covington stays busy by providing American, Cajun, and Creole dishes. If you're looking for something different, try the English Tea Room for British and European dining. The Southern Hotel gets top marks from guests looking for accommodations outside their RVs.
Visit the St. Tammany Art Association to browse works from established and up-and-coming artists, or spend an hour exploring 200 years of local history at the Covington Trailhead Museum. Covington's Rock-N-Blues Cafe is a fun spot for live music, or enjoy weekend bands at nearby Dew Drop Jazz and Social Hall.
Plan to visit the New Orleans Jazz Fest this upcoming April. Daily lineups include some of the biggest names in music. You'll find vendors and kids' activities scattered about, and there is a crafts festival here that you can also attend.
Another event to prepare for is the Three Rivers Art Festival in Covington this November. The upcoming event offers art, food, music, and entertainment among 400 exhibits in the downtown area. It has grown to over 40,000 visitors annually since opening in 1997.
Get out your gold, green, and purple the Tuesday before Lent so you can partake in New Orleans' peak of the Mardi Gras celebrations. You'll find the biggest parades marking "Fat Tuesday" while enjoying the carnival atmosphere with bands, live performances, street vendors, and nearby RV amenities.
Fontainebleau State Park is only 14 miles south of Covington. Enjoy sunbathing and swimming along the shore of Lake Pontchartrain, or take your bike or walk the trail converted from old train tracks. There are a couple of RV-friendly campgrounds near here.
Bogue Chitto State Park gets its name from the river that winds through it. Located 24 miles north of Covington, the 1,786-acre park offers diverse ecosystems and habitats that make it a nature-viewing destination. Explore Fricke's Cave or tube down the river. It's a nice birding area, and there is also a nine-hole disc golf course here.
Tickfaw State Park is 39 miles west of Covington and is one of the state's most popular outdoor recreation destinations. It contains forests, the Tickfaw River, and a swamp that you can explore. Enjoy birding, boating, hiking, and the water playground that is a favorite among young visitors. There are a couple of nearby campgrounds with RV amenities as well.
You can visit the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park by driving 42 miles south of Covington. The park celebrates musicians from the early jazz period. There are museums to explore or walk around Louis Armstrong Park before enjoying the amenities of New Orleans.
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve is located 57 miles south of Covington and honors those who helped shape Louisiana's history. One noteworthy attraction is the Chalmette Cemetery and battlefield, and you can find a visitor's center in the French Quarter offering local historical insight. There are also hiking trails and museums close to the park.
The closest portion of the Natchez Trace Parkway is 303 miles north in Mississippi. Once a hunting trail used by Native Americans, today's visitors are transported back in time through ancient burial mounds and Civil War battlefields. You'll find biking, camping, fishing, hiking, and horseback riding opportunities along the 444-mile parkway.
A popular location is the nearby Pontchartrain Landing, with 155 sites, full RV hookup options, 30 and 50-amp power, a hot tub, pool, showers, and a strong cell signal. Reunion Lake RV Resort in nearby Ponchatoula makes RVshare's RV campground list for Baton Rouge with 177 sites starting at $45 per night. It has full RV hookups, 30 and 50-amp power, showers, a hot tub, a pool, mini golf, and a fitness center, and is pet-friendly. New Orleans French Quarter RV Resort has 52 sites starting at $105 per night, full hookups, up to 50-amp power, a strong cell reception, WiFi, and cable TV.
Motorhomes are divided into Class A, B, and C vehicles. On average expect to pay $185 per night for Class A, $149 per night for Class B and $179 per night for Class C. Towable RVs include 5th Wheel, Travel Trailers, Popups, and Toy Hauler. On average, in Covington, LA, the 5th Wheel trailer starts at $70 per night. Pricing for the Travel Trailer begins at $60 per night, and the Popup Trailer starts at $65 per night.
Do you need to be a certain age to rent an RV in Covington?Yes. The minimum age is 25 to be eligible to get an RV Rental in Covington from RVshare.
Does RVshare have emergency roadside assistance?Yes. Every RV rental booked through RVshare receives 24/7 emergency roadside assistance.
Does RVshare offer one way RV rentals in Covington?Yes. Prior to renting any RV, check with the owner since not all will offer this particular option.