Bayou Segnette State Park in Louisiana, USA - map and visitor information

Research checked: 2026-10-26. Check linked official notices before travel.

Bayou Segnette State Park in Westwego, Louisiana, combines a nature trail, bayou boat access, campsites, and cabins in a swamp-and-marsh setting. Plan around walking, picnicking, or boating: the park’s wave pool is closed until further notice.

Wetlands and a boat launch

The park’s launch reaches waterways beyond the land routes and serves both freshwater and saltwater fishing. On foot, the 2.8-mile nature trail offers another way to explore the wetland setting.

Know before you go

Fees, hours, and seasonal access

Boating safety

Carry a properly sized, serviceable, U.S. Coast Guard-approved wearable life jacket for each person in a canoe or kayak. Children age 16 and younger must wear one while underway on vessels shorter than 26 feet. Check the Louisiana boating equipment requirements for your boat.

Pets and campfires

Keep pets leashed within 6 feet, caged, or crated outdoors. Only designated cabins accept dogs; the surcharge is USD 40 per dog, with at most two dogs per cabin. Pets other than service animals are excluded from group camps, swimming areas, other enclosed structures, and cabins not designated dog-friendly. Keep campfires in designated areas and never leave them unattended.

Book the correct overnight unit

Book through the park’s reservation link up to 13 months ahead. The official booking policies set campsite check-in at 2 p.m. and check-out at 1 p.m.; cabins use 3 p.m. and 11 a.m. respectively. Review your selected unit’s dates and occupancy before paying. Day-use pavilion rentals do not waive entrance fees.

Maps, location, and access

The park address is 7777 Westbank Expressway, Westwego, LA 70094. Use the directions link on the official park page for arrival and current notices.

Nearby parks

Two regional road-trip options are the Barataria Preserve unit of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve and St. Bernard State Park in Braithwaite. Barataria’s visitor center and most trails are closed for reconstruction beginning February 2026; Twin Canals retains day-use access. St. Bernard offers a woodland-and-wetland setting along the Mississippi River.

Plan a trail or picnic day

Pair the nature trail with the picnic areas and playgrounds for a land-based visit. Boaters can use the launch for a separate outing into the surrounding waterways. Fishing opportunities span fresh and salt water, so match your tackle and required permissions to the waters you plan to use.

Campsites, cabins, and day use

The park lists 98 premium campsites with water and electrical hookups. Deluxe cabins sleep up to eight; two of the 16 are listed as ADA compliant. Ask the park about the specific unit’s access features and dates before reserving. Picnic areas, group shelters, and playgrounds also serve day visitors.

About the park

Louisiana’s Office of State Parks manages this Westwego recreation site. Its mix of land and water access gives visitors distinct ways to experience the bayou landscape.

Swamp and marsh habitats

The park brings together swamp and marshland vegetation and wildlife. Fishing waters in the area support species such as bass, catfish, redfish, and trout.

Contact

Park information: (504) 736-7140. Reservation center: 833-609-0686. Review the Louisiana State Parks visitor FAQ for booking and pet conditions.