Whitney Plantation
Wallace, LA
A museum that tells the story of slavery through the lives of the people enslaved there.
- Nearest town
- Wallace, LA
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 30.0420, -90.6490
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 stopover · VacherieMotorhome stopover12 mi from Whitney PlantationMotorhomes
- Cajun On The BayouMotorhome stopover19 mi from Whitney PlantationMotorhomes
- Motorhome stopover · New OrleansMotorhome stopover19 mi from Whitney PlantationMotorhomes
- Airline Trailers of KennerMotorhome stopover23 mi from Whitney PlantationMotorhomes
All campsites in Louisiana · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Whitney Plantation?
Whitney Plantation is in Wallace, LA, at GPS 30.0420, -90.6490. It is about 8 mi from Vacherie.
Can you camp near Whitney Plantation?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Cajun On The Bayou, about 19 mi away; within 25 mi there are 4 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Whitney Plantation?
Whitney Plantation is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Cajun Country.
What is there to see near Whitney Plantation?
Places worth a stop nearby: Laura Plantation (5 mi), Oak Alley Plantation (8 mi), The National WWII Museum (35 mi) and French Quarter (35 mi).
When is the best time to visit Whitney 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)