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Oak Alley Plantation

Vacherie, LA

History

A 1839 Greek Revival mansion at the end of a double row of 28 live oaks about 300 years old. The site includes a reconstructed slave quarters exhibit; large parking lot for RVs.

Nearest town
Vacherie, LA
Category
History & culture
GPS
30.0048, -90.7768
Editor's pick
★

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

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Best time to go

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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 stopover · VacherieMotorhome stopover
    20 mi from Oak Alley Plantation
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  • Cajun On The BayouMotorhome stopover
    22 mi from Oak Alley Plantation
    Motorhomes

All campsites in Louisiana · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Oak Alley Plantation?

Oak Alley Plantation is in Vacherie, LA, at GPS 30.0048, -90.7768. It is about 39 mi from Baton Rouge.

Can you camp near Oak Alley Plantation?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Cajun On The Bayou, about 22 mi away; within 25 mi there are 2 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Oak Alley Plantation?

Oak Alley Plantation is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Louisiana’s River Road: plantations, Baton Rouge and St. Francisville.

What is there to see near Oak Alley Plantation?

Places worth a stop nearby: Laura Plantation (4 mi), Whitney Plantation (8 mi), Louisiana State Capitol (40 mi) and The National WWII Museum (43 mi).

When is the best time to visit Oak Alley Plantation?

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)

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