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Bon Temps ATV Park
Saturday, December 14, 2024
| Other Names | The Lodge at Tee Mamou, Bayou Nezpique |
| Last Known Status | Closed |
This ATV park at one time offered about 20 miles of trails that bordered the Bayou waterfront but is now closed with no plans to re-open. The property had a bit of everything that ranged from dirt roads, woods trails, deep pond and mud bog crossings. This listing will remain up to help prevent a wasted trip.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | No | |
| Dates Open | Closed | |
| Spark Arrestor | No | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is not required but is always recommended. |
| Noise Limit | No | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Prohibited | |
 Four Wheelers | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | No | (RiderPlanet strongly recommends helmets for all riders.) |
 Camping | No Restriction | (camp anywhere) |
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Rule Enforcement |
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 1,000 acres (2 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 20 | |
| Climate Type | Swamp | |
| Elevation | 20 to 40 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  None | |
| Hard Pack |  Little | |
| Sand | None | |
| Mud |  Mostly | |
| Dust | None | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  Many | |
| Steep Hills |  Some | |
| Water Crossings | Many | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | None | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Roads | None | |
| Shade | Many | |
| Hazards |  Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | Privately Owned / Commercial |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 5-20 Miles (N) | Exxon (337) 432-5550 |
| Diesel | 5-20 Miles (N) | Exxon (337) 432-5550 |
 Water | 5-20 Miles (SE) | Cajun Haven RV Park (337) 783-7330 |
 RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (SE) | Cajun Haven RV Park (337) 783-7330 |
 RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (SE) | Cajun Haven RV Park (337) 783-7330 |
| Campground | On Site | |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (NE) | Trappers Grocery (337) 432-5618 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | Yes ($30.00 per person) Non-Event Rate - $30/person/three day pass (Fri-Sun); $25/person/two day pass (Sat-Sun); $20/one day pass (Sunday only). Kids 10 and under are free. |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $10.00 RV: $15.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 Non-Event Camping Rate - $15/night/RV; $10/night/tent |
| Comment | Special Event Entry Rates: $60/person/three day pass (Fri-Sun); $50/person/two day pass (Sat-Sun); $30/one day pass (Sunday only). |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Basile, LA | ||
| Address | 287 Ahrens Lane, Basile, LA 70508 | ||
| From: Lafayette, LA
1) Take I-10 west to Exit 65 2) Turn right (north) off the exit ramp onto SR-97, continue 14.5 miles 3) Turn left (west) onto Cradle Road, continue .7 miles 4) Turn left (south) onto Fernest Road, contiue .5 miles 5) Park entrance is on the right (west). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
Bon Temps Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 11/15/2015 (Thanks!)
Bon Temps Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 11/15/2015 (Thanks!)
Bon Temps Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 11/15/2015 (Thanks!)
Bon Temps Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 11/15/2015 (Thanks!)
Bon Temps Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 11/15/2015 (Thanks!)
Bon Temps Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 11/15/2015 (Thanks!)
Bon Temps Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 11/15/2015 (Thanks!)
RIDER COMMENTS & REVIEWS