Indian Hills Nudist Park - Slidell, Louisiana, USA
Indian Hills is a lovely (adults only) nudist park approximately 30 miles outside of downtown New Orleans. Don't be confused by the "adults only" mention—we reiterate that only because it is unusual for many naturist/nudist resorts to impose an age minimum, however, Indian Hills is expressly NOT a sexual environment and felt very similar in atmosphere to any other family-friendly nudist camp that we have been to in the United States. We only visited during the day (on a larger trip planned to New Orleans with friends during Mardi Gras) on a sunny and warm February day and we had a wonderful time. The locals (as well as the staff) were warm and welcoming and great conversation was had around the pool and hot tub throughout the day (it was a little scary when they warned us of some of the crime in the greater New Orleans area that was going on at the time, but the resort itself felt extremely safe).
Speaking of amenities, the pool and hot tub mentioned above are the main attractions and both are well-maintained and of decent size. There is also a wonderful clubhouse with kitchen appliances, multiple options for bathroom and shower facilities, and an office that doubles as a gift shop. On-site coin laundry and bags of ice were also available. While we did not utilize any of their overnight accommodations, Indian Hills does offer cabin rentals as well as spaces for a variety of types of camping. Naturally, the park is home to residents and overnight transient guests, but also offers day visits. For the adventurous among us, there is a great nature trail that runs the majority of the perimeter of the property, as well as multiple stocked ponds (including one large one that is surrounded by many resident spaces and rental accommodations). Finally, one of the most unique aspects of the resort is the wooded area that is home to a number of animal statues. It makes for a pretty neat jungle scene and some cool photo opportunities (though if you plan to pose for photos like we did, ask ahead at the office so that a member of their team can escort you and take the photographs of you per their policy). Check out the fun shots below!
As one of the only nudist options in the region, Indian Hills is a great choice if you will be in Louisiana. It's an easy trip up from New Orleans if you happen to be visiting the city like we were, and is certainly well worth it! Unless you are strictly looking for a family campground to bring your kids to, don't be deterred by the "adults only" label. As with anything, we would recommend calling ahead to verify any specifics of your trip, and it's always a good idea to check the website for the current rates and rules.
Learn more and plan your visit at the official Indian Hills Nudist Park website.
