Kisatchie National Forest Camp and Trail

Total Miles15.9
Technical Rating
2Easy
Best TimeSpring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Trail TypeFull-Width Road
Accessible By
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Trail Overview

Kisatchie National Forest Camp and Trail is an easy, 16-mile off-road route through the scenic pine hills of Louisiana's Kisatchie Ranger District. Winding through dense longleaf pines and hardwood hollows, the well-maintained dirt and gravel roads are suitable for standard four-wheel-drive and high-clearance vehicles. The route features scenic overlooks and multiple free, dispersed campsites. While mostly flat with a technical rating of 2, the clay-based roads can become extremely slick and muddy after rain. Elevation ranges from 100 to 360 feet. Access the trail from Highway 1 near Derry and exit via the Longleaf Trail Scenic Byway.

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Difficulty

These are gravel/dirt rods. Some are rutted and have potholes. These roads can be slippery and have no traction after rain.

Technical Rating

2

Kisatchie National Forest Camp and Trail Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • Single Track
  • 50 Inch
  • 60 Inch
  • High Clearance
  • Full Width

Access Description

Access to Kisatchie National Forest is free, and dispersed camping is allowed at no cost for up to 14 days. Motor vehicles must remain on designated Forest Service roads as outlined in the Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM). Roads are subject to temporary closure during extreme wet weather to prevent resource damage, as the clay-based soils become highly slick and easily rutted when wet.

Kisatchie National Forest Camp and Trail Map

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