Fontainebleau State Park, Nature reserve and state park in St. Tammany Parish, United States
Fontainebleau State Park stretches across 2,800 acres along Lake Pontchartrain, featuring diverse ecosystems with Spanish moss-covered oak trees and sandy beaches.
Bernard de Marigny established a sugar mill in 1829 and named this estate after the forest near Paris, operating it as a plantation until 1852.
The visitor center displays museum exhibits about the regional environment and plantation history, connecting guests with Louisiana's natural and social heritage.
The park maintains 126 campsites with electricity and water, plus 12 lakefront cabins accommodating up to 8 people, including several accessible units.
An old railroad track transformed into the 31-mile Tammany Trace crosses through the park, offering dedicated paths for cycling and hiking activities.
Location: St. Tammany Parish
Inception: 1942
Address: 62883 LA-1089, Mandeville, LA 70448, USA 70448 70448
Opening Hours: Lundi-Jeudi 06:00-21:00; Vendredi-Samedi 06:00-22:00; Dimanche 06:00-21:00
Phone: +19856244443
Website: https://lastateparks.com/parks-preserves/fontainebleau-state-park
GPS coordinates: 30.33686,-90.03955
Latest update: May 19, 2025 01:48
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