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Saint Bernard State Park
State Park Information
State Park Overview
Warm breezes flowing through the shady trees and that special kind of quiet that comes with nature are part of the charm and attraction of St. Bernard State Park. Yet the 358-acre site is just 18 miles away from the hustle and bustle of New Orleans French Quarter.
St. Bernard State Park is the ideal spot for visitors who are seeking a family atmosphere and natural experience -s well as for campers who dont want to or cannot stray far from civilization. Many campers consider combining a camping vacation with a touring vacation of the New Orleans area. The Chalmette National Historic Park, Jackson Barracks and
other historic sites and plantation homes are also nearby.
A local family business donated the land for St. Bernard State Park to Louisiana in 1971. Today, St. Bernard State Park provides a much-eeded recreation area -s well as relaxing and enjoyable surroundings for anyone wishing to experience a portion of Louisianas natural beauty.
Nature of the Area
Located right along the Mississippi River, the park contains a network of man-made lagoons which provides a peaceful, natural setting for relaxation. Woodlands meet wetlands in St. Bernard, resulting in a diverse habitat for wildlife, including rabbits, raccoons, opossums, squirrels, turtles -lligators and
a wide variety of birds. The nature trail through the park is the perfect way to introduce children to the joy of discovery in nature.
Picnic tables, barbeque grills, restrooms and
a large, covered pavilion complete with a grill are ideal for a family outing. The swimming pool and bathhouse will delight youngsters and their families all summer long. Visitors may also launch their boats one-tenth of a mile from the parks entrance in the Caernarvon waterway and experience some great fresh and salt water fishing.
Camping