Tom Merrill Recreation Area
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About Tom Merrill Recreation Area
Tom Merrill Recreation Area is a national park campground at Bayou Bodcau Reservoir in Louisiana. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. Instead of refreshing Recreation.gov, let Campsite Tonight watch for cancellations and automatically drop an open site into your cart the instant one frees up.
Tom Merrill Recreation Area is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 54 ft. Campers rate it 4.6/5 across 54 reviews.
Total reservations in January — 2023: 37 · 2024: 27 · 2025: 34
Location
Address
Haughton, Louisiana
Coordinates
0.0000, 0.0000
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •October sees 126 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
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Tom Merrill Recreation Area FAQ
How far in advance should I book Tom Merrill Recreation Area?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Tom Merrill Recreation Area?
October typically sees the highest reservation activity at Tom Merrill Recreation Area. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Tom Merrill Recreation Area right now?
Yes! There are currently 165 site-nights available over the next 14 days at Tom Merrill Recreation Area, with availability on 14 different dates. Availability changes frequently due to cancellations - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when new sites open up.
Where is Tom Merrill Recreation Area located?
Tom Merrill Recreation Area is located in Bayou Bodcau Reservoir, near Haughton, Louisiana.
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