RV Registration
Louisiana RV & Camper
Registration 2026
Everything you need to register a motorhome, travel trailer, fifth wheel, or camper in Louisiana - fees by vehicle type, title requirements, inspection rules, and official DMV links. Louisiana registers RVs with moderate weight-based fees. No safety or emissions inspections required for most vehicles. Louisiana's bayous, Gulf Coast, and New Orleans attract RV travelers year-round.
Annual Registration
Title Required
Safety Inspection Required
500 RV Parks
2026 RV Registration Quick Facts
Verified 2026
Motorhome Fee
$20
Weight-based flat fee; Statewide Assessment and parish fees apply
Travel Trailer
$20
base registration fee
Title Required?
Yes
For all RVs and trailers
Inspection?
Required
No emissions test
Registration Fees
Louisiana RV Registration Fees by Type
Louisiana charges registration fees based on Weight-based flat fee; Statewide Assessment and parish fees apply. Registration period: Annual.
Class A/B/C Motorhome
$20+
Self-propelled motorhome (any class). Fee is the base rate - heavier or newer RVs may pay more.
Travel Trailer
$20+
Bumper-pull travel trailers. Towed behind a pickup or SUV. No motor.
Fifth Wheel
$20+
Fifth wheel trailers towed by a pickup with a hitch in the bed.
Popup / Folding Camper
$20+
Fold-down popup campers and tent trailers.
Requirements
Louisiana RV Titling & Inspection Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Title Required | Yes - required for motorhomes and most trailers |
| Safety Inspection | Required |
| Emissions Test | Not Required |
| Insurance Required | Yes - 15000 |
| LPG Inspection | Not Required |
Size Limits
Louisiana RV Size & Weight Limits
Length Restrictions
Maximum 40 ft single, 65 ft combination.
RV Camping
Louisiana RV Parks & Campgrounds
Louisiana has approximately 500 registered RV parks and campgrounds, making it a popular RV destination states.
Important Notes
Louisiana-Specific RV Rules
Louisiana requires an annual vehicle safety inspection sticker from certified inspection stations. Cajun country and the bayous of south Louisiana offer unique RV experiences. Lake Charles, Baton Rouge, and New Orleans metro areas have multiple RV parks. Creole Nature Trail is a popular RV scenic drive.
Data last verified: January 1, 2025
Source: Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles (www.expresslane.org).
Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current fees and requirements directly with the state DMV before registering.