Waltman Camp Site offering direct frontage on Sportsman Lake! This approximately 1.62 +/- acre lot gives you the perfect balance—convenient access to the city with the peaceful feel of the countryside. Whether you love fishing, boating, or water skiing, this property is an ideal spot to build your dream home. Ready for life on the river? This is your opportunity. Enjoy water views and claim your own piece of paradise—all without leaving Baton Rouge! Property backs up to Sportsman's Lake! Photos are edited by a professional photo editor for marketing purposes. Some photos may have Ai Generated Furniture in the homes for visualization purposes.
Waltman Camp Sites, located between Airline Highway (US-61) and Bayou Manchac, is a residential and outdoorsy Prairieville neighborhood with camp-style lots and a waterside setting. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Airline Highway corridor near LA-42, where bait shops, plate-lunch counters, and boat-and-trailer traffic set the daily rhythm. Architecture leans practical: raised camps, metal-roof cottages, and storage-ready yards built for gear. Life here tracks the water, with launch points and fishing spots shaping weekends and after-work routines. Nearby local pillars include The Cabin Restaurant, The Jambalaya Shoppe, and Spoke & Hub for a mix of Cajun comfort, quick bites, and bike culture.
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Riverfront waterfront property
Waterfront frontage of approximately 227 feet
Level topography
Lot dimensions: 227 x 531 x 104 x 309 x 223
Approximately 1.62 acres
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Suitable for single-family use
Located in the Waltman Campsites subdivision
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Directions: Hoo Shoo Too Rd to Kendalwood, right on Kendalwood, left on Amite River Rd. Property will be on your left.
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Waltman Camp Site offering direct frontage on Sportsman Lake! This approximately 1.62 +/- acre lot gives you the perfect balance--convenient access to the city with the peaceful feel of the countryside. Whether you love fishing, boating, or water skiing, this property is an ideal spot to build your dream home. Ready for life on the river? This is your opportunity. Enjoy water views and claim your own piece of paradise--all without leaving Baton Rouge! Property backs up to Sportsman's Lake! Photos are edited by a professional photo editor for marketing purposes. Some photos may have Ai Generated Furniture in the homes for visualization purposes.
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Last updated by owner on Jun 17, 2026.
Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Baton Rouge, LA • 70817
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Redfin Estimate for LOT-138 Amite River Rd
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Nearby homes have recently listed between $85,000 and $299,000.
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $85K to $299K.