New Orleans—Louisiana
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Planning Tips
There are four state parks near or within a short drive of New Orleans
If you are eligible to use military campgrounds, the Navy operates a campground just north of New Orleans. See the Military Campgrounds map.
Nearby destinations include the Central Gulf Coast and America’s Great River.
New Orleans will meet all necessary service and entertainment needs.
Highlights
Of course New Orleans is all about Mardi Gras, jazz, Creole foods and nightlife on Bourbon Street nightlife. Nevertheless, the city offers many more exciting attractions. The “Big Easy” has a rich history. An array of cultural and historical sites are spread throughout the metropolitan area.
Before it was part of the United States, New Orleans belonged to both France and Spain. The city’s position on the Mississippi River and the Gulf have always made it an important transportation hub. All of this has created the feel of a very international city with architecture and landmarks unlike anywhere else in the United States.
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New Orleans Average Temperatures and Rainfall
