Slidell, LA — Ultimate City Guide

Why go

City in Louisiana, United States.
Served by George Ford Airport.

History

Slidell is a city on the northeast shore of Lake Pontchartrain in St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana, United States. The population was 28,781 at the 2020 census, making it the sixteenth-most populous city in Louisiana. It is part of the New Orleans−Metairie−Kenner metropolitan statistical area.

Airports

Lakefront Airport (NEW) 22 mi to the centre

New Orleans, LA, US — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.

Indoor | Outdoor

Slidell Airport 5.4 mi to the centre

Slidell, LA, US

Outdoor

Picayune Municipal Airport 16 mi to the centre

Picayune, MS, US

Outdoor

Stennis International Airport 20 mi to the centre

Bay St Louis, MS, US

Outdoor

Turkey Bayou Airpark 19 mi to the centre

Lakeshore, MS, US

Outdoor

Simpson Field 24 mi to the centre

Picayune, MS, US

Outdoor

Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season

May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season

April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding

Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is George Ford Airport; 6 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Slidell, LA. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.