Description

The Shreveport / Bossier City KOA Journey is a nicely landscaped, quiet, and well-maintained campground nestled amidst whispering southern pines. Friendly staff add a healthy dose of southern hospitality to the stay. Conveniently close to Interstate I-20, the park is a great place to stop and relax while passing through this area of Louisiana. The campground is a good base for exploring the local Louisiana cuisine and area attractions.

Location

Shreveport / Bossier City KOA Journey
6510 W 70th St
Shreveport, LA 71129
koa.com
(318) 687-1010
Latitude: 32.442715 N, Longitude: -93.877993 W, Elevation: 154 feet (46 m)

Details

We stayed for two-nights at the Shreveport / Bossier City KOA Journey in mid October, 2019.

Cost

For two-nights at a 50 amp full hookup gravel pull-thru site, we paid about $49 per night including taxes and Value Kard Rewards Discount. There were no additional fees for pets or an extra vehicle.

Ratings (1-5)

Accessibility – 5/5

The campground is easily accessible from Interstate I-20 via paved streets. Lanes in the park are reasonably well-maintained asphalt or gravel. The park has pull-thru and back-in RV sites and can accommodate large rigs. The campground facilities have provisions for Universal access.

Facilities/Amenities – 4/5

The park amenities include full hookup 50 or 30 amp RV sites, tent sites, cabin rentals, restrooms, showers, laundry, Wi-Fi, cable TV, propane service, camp store, pavilion, playground, enclosed pet run, and seasonal swimming pool. Facilities are clean and well-maintained.

Site quality – 5/5

RV sites are full hookup with 50 or 30 amp electric, Wi-Fi, and cable TV. Park sites are pull-thru or back-in, clean, and many have shade trees. Site surface varies – concrete pad, asphalt, gravel, or grass. Many RV sites have concrete patios – deluxe patio sites and deluxe cabins are available.

Scenic Value – 4/5

The campground is nicely landscaped, clean, and park-like with many southern hardwood, pine, and ornamental shade trees.

Location/Isolation – 4/5

The campground is adjacent to a busy street, but set back far enough and with enough foliage border to be quiet. Sites are fair sized and do not feel crowded.

Paws Friendliness – 5/5

The campground is pet friendly, with cleanup stations and two K9 Kamp enclosed off-leash pet runs. The campground is large enough for a good walk with your pet.

Overall Rating – 4/5

Overall, the Shreveport / Bossier City KOA Journey is a convenient and relaxing place to stay while visiting the Shreveport area. We enjoyed our short stay and would visit another time.

Additional info

Internet access

We received a strong 4G Verizon signal at this campground. The campground provided free WiFi.

Water Quality

The water at this campground tested soft with low pH, low Total alkalinity, detectable Nitrates, and moderately high Nitrites.

Nearby Amenities

A wide range of shopping and services are available nearby and in Shreveport, Louisiana (12 miles).

Nearby attractions

Here are a few local attractions and activities:

• • R. W. Norton Art Gallery
  • American Rose Center
  • Shreveport Water Works Museum
  • Louisiana State Exhibit Museum
  • Shreveport Aquarium
  • Barksdale Global Power Museum
  • Sci-Port Discovery Center
  • Walter B Jacobs Memorial Nature Park
  • Red River District
  • Breweries, farmer’s market, river cruises, water sports
  • Horseshoe, Bossier City Casino

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