Grand Isle State Park
Grand Isle, LA
The tip of Louisiana's only inhabited barrier island, with a long fishing pier, a sandy beach and migrating birds in spring and autumn. The drive down Highway 1 is long and flat, so fill the tank beforehand.
Grand Isle State Park covers about 140 acres (57 hectares) at the northeastern end of Grand Isle, Louisiana's only inhabited barrier island, on the Gulf of Mexico. It offers a beach, RV sites and tent sites, and about 2.5 miles (4 km) of trails that are good for birdwatching. The island lies on an important migratory bird route, and the Grand Isle Migratory Bird Festival is held in April. The only road connection to the island is Louisiana Highway 1.
Hurricane Ida caused severe damage in 2021; the park stayed closed until June 2023, and the fishing pier remained closed when it reopened (as of June 2023). Check the current condition of the beach access, campground and pier before you travel. The park closes during storms, so plan flexibly during hurricane season.
- Nearest town
- Grand Isle, LA
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 29.2650, -89.9570
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, September and December–February. Hot in June–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Campsites nearby
- Motorhome stopoverMotorhome stopover22 mi from Grand Isle State ParkMotorhomes
- Motorhome stopoverMotorhome stopover22 mi from Grand Isle State ParkMotorhomes
All campsites in Louisiana · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Grand Isle State Park?
Grand Isle State Park is in Grand Isle, LA, at GPS 29.2650, -89.9570. It is about 48 mi from New Orleans.
Can you camp near Grand Isle State Park?
Yes. Within 25 mi there are 2 campsites and motorhome stopovers listed in OpenStreetMap; the nearest is about 22 mi away.
What is there to see near Grand Isle State Park?
Places worth a stop nearby: Jean Lafitte National Historical Park – Barataria Preserve (37 mi), The National WWII Museum (47 mi), Café du Monde (48 mi) and French Quarter (48 mi).
When is the best time to visit Grand Isle State Park?
The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, September and December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)