The best RV sites in Kisatchie National Forest, LA
96% (12)
Soak up big views at the 10 campgrounds in Kisatchie Ranger District, a.k.a. "Little Grand Canyon."
Top-rated campgrounds in Kisatchie National Forest
Kisatchie Bayou Campground
1. Kisatchie Bayou Campground
100%
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Treat yourself to some eye-candy and marvel at some of Mother Nature’s finest when you visit the Kisatchie Bayou Campground, a primitive, walk-in style tent campground
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Highway 472 Camp
2. Highway 472 Camp
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Make basecamp at Highway 472 Camp for all your epic hunting adventures
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Stuart Lake Campground
3. Stuart Lake Campground
100%
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Fancy yourself a little lakeside retreat? Why not send yourself and the crew on a well deserved getaway to Stuart Lake Campground? This is a small and pleasant spot at Stuart Lake Recreation Area surrounded by woods and hiking trails
Pets
Custis Camp
4. Custis Camp
100%
(1)
Get out and find some peace and quiet at for a change
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Lotus Camp
5. Lotus Camp
100%
(1)
Craving some adrenaline with your next camping trip? Well if you have an offroad vehicle or a trusty mountain bike then you best be checking out the Lotus Camp for the perfect mix of outdoor camping for tenters and RVers
Pets
Red Bluff Camp
6. Red Bluff Camp
100%
(1)
Sometimes you just want a break from your vehicle to better experience the outdoors
Pets
Ahtus Melder Camp
7. Ahtus Melder Camp
Free primitive camping for you and your mighty steed—now you and your horse can get out of Dodge and head deep into the forest for free
Pets
Boy Scout Camp
8. Boy Scout Camp
Totally primitive, totally beautiful, and totally free
Pets
Kincaid Lake Campground
9. Kincaid Lake Campground
Kincaid Lake Campground is a modern, forested paradise, complete with a fishing pier, swimming, area, and boat launch
Electrical hookup
Sewer hookup
Pets
Loran/Claiborne Trailhead Camp
10. Loran/Claiborne Trailhead Camp
Rev up your engines and head down to Loran Claiborne Trailhead Campground for a wild weekend with your ATV or motorcycle by your side
Pets
Valentine Lake North Campground
11. Valentine Lake North Campground
Pay a visit to Valentine Lake North Campground, and you will get some love in the form of a sweet little lake where you can float your canoe, cast a line from the pier, or take long walks with your sweetie along a shoreline trail
Sewer hookup
Pets
Wild Azalea Trail
12. Wild Azalea Trail
Calling all backpackers and nature photographers
Pets
Enduro Camp
13. Enduro Camp
Sometimes you need to head into the forest with your tent, and settle in for a little one-on-one time with Mother Nature
Pets
Fullerton Lake Campground
14. Fullerton Lake Campground
Get your fill of history and lakeside camping goodness when you visit Fullerton Lake Campground
Pets
Hunter Camp
15. Hunter Camp
If you are hunting for a simple and rustic place to camp with scenic trails all around you, the Hunter Camp may be just the place
Pets
North Shore Campground
16. North Shore Campground
Fam in the back, boat in tow, picnic in the cooler, and marshmallows for roastin, now that’s a beginning of a darn good time
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South Shore Campground
17. South Shore Campground
Let the camping and fishing weekend commence
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Sugar Creek Hunter Camp
18. Sugar Creek Hunter Camp
Hunting trip on the books? Then the Sugar Creek Hunter Camp may be the place for you if you want first-come, first-served, no fee camping with no extra frills to cramp your style
Pets
Bucktail Hunter Camp
19. Bucktail Hunter Camp
Throw on your camo, grab your hunting instrument of choice, and hit up the Bucktail Hunter Camp for some primitive style camping where you can connect to the land and heighten your senses
Pets
Turkey Trot Hunter Camp
20. Turkey Trot Hunter Camp
Whether you are after turkeys or not, Turkey Trot campground can be your place to crash after days spent hunting in the wilderness and tracking your prey
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Top-rated campsites near Kisatchie National Forest
Bayou Bourbeaux
1. Bayou Bourbeaux
24mi from Kisatchie National Forest · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Located about 15 minutes from downtown Natchitoches on a quiet street that parallels the bayou Bourbeaux. Giant ancient oaks tower over the property. There are old pecan trees and lots and lots of flat green grass. You can put your tent or rv/trailer/camper/car/boat/atv basically anywhere you’d like. There’s a central fire pit in the grassy area and a propane one on the porch.
We have hammocks and giant connect 4, jenga, tic tac toe and cornhole. There’s also an unheated seasonal above ground pool you can use with a waiver.
Tents: There is no outhouse but for an extra charge we can provide a porta potty and potty tent as well as a water pump for water. Breakfast is included in the price.
RVs: we prefer you be self contained but if you need electric you can park on our driveway and use the outlet on the side of the house. We can fill you up with water from the hose if needed. Breakfast is included at the bed and breakfast!
Lodging: this is also a full service bed and breakfast.
We are the PERFECT spot to host family reunions. Families can camp and use the bed and breakfast for the weekend with plenty of space for everyone!
We also host small weddings!
It’s quiet. Birds are always chirping. You can watch the beautiful sunrise each morning from the rocking chairs on the old farmhouse porch. Have s’mores and watch the stars at night. Explore Natchitoches and the many nearby lakes during the day.
We can also rent you kayaks.
If you’d like additional meals beyond breakfast, we can serve you (additional cost).
We are also a tea room. If you’d like a traditional English tea under the oaks, let us know!
Electrical hookup
Pets
Hickory Hill Lake
2. Hickory Hill Lake
25mi from Kisatchie National Forest · 1 site · Tent, RV
Peaceful waterfront oasis on a 30-acre lake, located just off Highway 49 past Alexandria at the Flatwoods exit.
The property encompasses 70 acres of wooded land with trails and abundant wildlife.
This is the only RV spot on the property, so you’ll have the entire area to yourself.
Kisatchie National Forest is just 30 minutes away and offers creeks and sandy areas to explore.
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Pets
Rocky Creek Camp
3. Rocky Creek Camp
28mi from Kisatchie National Forest · 12 sites · Tents, RVs
Our mission is to provide top quality, Christ-centered hospitality in a relaxing atmosphere where you can connect and make unforgettable memories.
We have full hook-up sites with 50/30/15 amp outlets. There is a laundry room and two restrooms that each include a shower.
Check out our website for other options and let us know if we can provide meals or anything else to make your stay more enjoyable.
Pets
Full hookups
Boondocking near the Ouchita River
4. Boondocking near the Ouchita River
31mi from Kisatchie National Forest · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Four boondocking RV sites, peaceful and serene, with views of tall pines, oaks, and all sorts of greenery.
The beautiful Ouachita River is only a few miles away for all your boating and fishing needs. Grayson and Columbia are just down the road for dining and shopping.
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Black Lake Escape
5. Black Lake Escape
32mi from Kisatchie National Forest · 1 site · Tent, RV
Large private lot for campers and t located just .3 miles from Black Lake bridge and boat launch. Walking distance from Lakewood Inn restaurant and 17 miles from the historic Natchitoches Front Street. Lot has water, sewage and electrical hookup. Lot allows for plenty of room for camper and vehicles.
Pets
Full hookups
Red River Valley RV Park
6. Red River Valley RV Park
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39mi from Kisatchie National Forest · 10 sites
Red River Valley RV Park is Veteran and family owned and operated. We offer a Beautiful , relaxing stay for our guest. FULL HOOK UPS AT EVERY SPOT INCLUDING UNLIMITED 5G INTERNET.
Step back in time when camping was a relaxing experience and nature was the main feature. We only have ten spots so noise and traffic are kept to a minimal. Every spot is twenty feet wide with an additional twenty ft buffer on all sides.
The length of RV Spots varies, smallest being 35 and most others are sixty ft. with ample room for hang over. ALL 10 SPOTS HAVE FULL HOOK UPS ,including 30/50 amp plug in with an additional 110 outlet, water and sewer plus unlimited 5G internet.
Each spot has its own stone fire pit. Enjoy sitting on the deck overlooking the pond with fountains and watching the sunset behind the trees. SELF CONTAINED CAMPERS ONLY AS WE DO NOT OFFER RESTROOMS. WE DO HOWEVER OFFER WASHER AND DRYER. WE OFFER WEEKLY AND MONTHLY RATES . BOOK ON LINE AT WWW.REDRIVERVALLEYRVPARK.COM OR CALL CHRISTINE @ 337-288-1961 FOR PRICING AND/OR AVAILABILITY.
Pets
Full hookups
Louisiana Plantation River Bank
7. Louisiana Plantation River Bank
100%
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41mi from Kisatchie National Forest · 2 sites
The historic French built antebellum plantation home and gardens was built circa 1793-1820. The home and gardens is located on the Ouachita River. I built a culinary herb farm and nursery on the plantation grounds, in which I was named after by my family. My farm is called Louisiana Herbs LLC. Their are plenty of great sites to pitch a tent and camp in the plantation gardens or on the river bank. Learn more about this land:Pitch your tent on your choice area next to the muddy Ouachita River on the grounds of an historic french antebellum home plantation in northeast Louisiana. You may fish, boat, swim, etc. Suggested early winter to late spring for camping - Louisiana can be a bit hot and humid in the warmer months. We can wine and dine you at the plantation dinner table with home cooked Louisiana cuisine (optional for an extra cost) & get you liquored up with mint juleps, homemade absinthe, mix drinks, etc. anywhere on the plantation grounds is acceptable to pitch a tent and make a campfire. we can provide wood, & possible minimal electricity to your camp area for now. there is access to water at the greenhouse area, as well as electricity. the greenhouse is a culinary herb farm and nursery, no smoking tobacco near the nursery and greenhouse area.
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Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Kisatchie National Forest adventure.
Top-rated campgrounds in Kisatchie National Forest
Kisatchie Bayou Campground
1. Kisatchie Bayou Campground
100%
(2)
Treat yourself to some eye-candy and marvel at some of Mother Nature’s finest when you visit the Kisatchie Bayou Campground, a primitive, walk-in style tent campground
Pets
Highway 472 Camp
2. Highway 472 Camp
100%
(2)
Make basecamp at Highway 472 Camp for all your epic hunting adventures
Pets
Stuart Lake Campground
3. Stuart Lake Campground
100%
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Fancy yourself a little lakeside retreat? Why not send yourself and the crew on a well deserved getaway to Stuart Lake Campground? This is a small and pleasant spot at Stuart Lake Recreation Area surrounded by woods and hiking trails
Pets
Custis Camp
4. Custis Camp
100%
(1)
Get out and find some peace and quiet at for a change
Pets
Lotus Camp
5. Lotus Camp
100%
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Craving some adrenaline with your next camping trip? Well if you have an offroad vehicle or a trusty mountain bike then you best be checking out the Lotus Camp for the perfect mix of outdoor camping for tenters and RVers
Pets
Red Bluff Camp
6. Red Bluff Camp
100%
(1)
Sometimes you just want a break from your vehicle to better experience the outdoors
Pets
Ahtus Melder Camp
7. Ahtus Melder Camp
Free primitive camping for you and your mighty steed—now you and your horse can get out of Dodge and head deep into the forest for free
Pets
Boy Scout Camp
8. Boy Scout Camp
Totally primitive, totally beautiful, and totally free
Pets
Kincaid Lake Campground
9. Kincaid Lake Campground
Kincaid Lake Campground is a modern, forested paradise, complete with a fishing pier, swimming, area, and boat launch
Electrical hookup
Sewer hookup
Pets
Loran/Claiborne Trailhead Camp
10. Loran/Claiborne Trailhead Camp
Rev up your engines and head down to Loran Claiborne Trailhead Campground for a wild weekend with your ATV or motorcycle by your side
Pets
Valentine Lake North Campground
11. Valentine Lake North Campground
Pay a visit to Valentine Lake North Campground, and you will get some love in the form of a sweet little lake where you can float your canoe, cast a line from the pier, or take long walks with your sweetie along a shoreline trail
Sewer hookup
Pets
Wild Azalea Trail
12. Wild Azalea Trail
Calling all backpackers and nature photographers
Pets
Enduro Camp
13. Enduro Camp
Sometimes you need to head into the forest with your tent, and settle in for a little one-on-one time with Mother Nature
Pets
Fullerton Lake Campground
14. Fullerton Lake Campground
Get your fill of history and lakeside camping goodness when you visit Fullerton Lake Campground
Pets
Hunter Camp
15. Hunter Camp
If you are hunting for a simple and rustic place to camp with scenic trails all around you, the Hunter Camp may be just the place
Pets
North Shore Campground
16. North Shore Campground
Fam in the back, boat in tow, picnic in the cooler, and marshmallows for roastin, now that’s a beginning of a darn good time
Pets
South Shore Campground
17. South Shore Campground
Let the camping and fishing weekend commence
Pets
Sugar Creek Hunter Camp
18. Sugar Creek Hunter Camp
Hunting trip on the books? Then the Sugar Creek Hunter Camp may be the place for you if you want first-come, first-served, no fee camping with no extra frills to cramp your style
Pets
Bucktail Hunter Camp
19. Bucktail Hunter Camp
Throw on your camo, grab your hunting instrument of choice, and hit up the Bucktail Hunter Camp for some primitive style camping where you can connect to the land and heighten your senses
Pets
Turkey Trot Hunter Camp
20. Turkey Trot Hunter Camp
Whether you are after turkeys or not, Turkey Trot campground can be your place to crash after days spent hunting in the wilderness and tracking your prey
Pets
Top-rated campsites near Kisatchie National Forest
Bayou Bourbeaux
1. Bayou Bourbeaux
24mi from Kisatchie National Forest · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Located about 15 minutes from downtown Natchitoches on a quiet street that parallels the bayou Bourbeaux. Giant ancient oaks tower over the property. There are old pecan trees and lots and lots of flat green grass. You can put your tent or rv/trailer/camper/car/boat/atv basically anywhere you’d like. There’s a central fire pit in the grassy area and a propane one on the porch.
We have hammocks and giant connect 4, jenga, tic tac toe and cornhole. There’s also an unheated seasonal above ground pool you can use with a waiver.
Tents: There is no outhouse but for an extra charge we can provide a porta potty and potty tent as well as a water pump for water. Breakfast is included in the price.
RVs: we prefer you be self contained but if you need electric you can park on our driveway and use the outlet on the side of the house. We can fill you up with water from the hose if needed. Breakfast is included at the bed and breakfast!
Lodging: this is also a full service bed and breakfast.
We are the PERFECT spot to host family reunions. Families can camp and use the bed and breakfast for the weekend with plenty of space for everyone!
We also host small weddings!
It’s quiet. Birds are always chirping. You can watch the beautiful sunrise each morning from the rocking chairs on the old farmhouse porch. Have s’mores and watch the stars at night. Explore Natchitoches and the many nearby lakes during the day.
We can also rent you kayaks.
If you’d like additional meals beyond breakfast, we can serve you (additional cost).
We are also a tea room. If you’d like a traditional English tea under the oaks, let us know!
Electrical hookup
Pets
Hickory Hill Lake
2. Hickory Hill Lake
25mi from Kisatchie National Forest · 1 site · Tent, RV
Peaceful waterfront oasis on a 30-acre lake, located just off Highway 49 past Alexandria at the Flatwoods exit.
The property encompasses 70 acres of wooded land with trails and abundant wildlife.
This is the only RV spot on the property, so you’ll have the entire area to yourself.
Kisatchie National Forest is just 30 minutes away and offers creeks and sandy areas to explore.
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Pets
Rocky Creek Camp
3. Rocky Creek Camp
28mi from Kisatchie National Forest · 12 sites · Tents, RVs
Our mission is to provide top quality, Christ-centered hospitality in a relaxing atmosphere where you can connect and make unforgettable memories.
We have full hook-up sites with 50/30/15 amp outlets. There is a laundry room and two restrooms that each include a shower.
Check out our website for other options and let us know if we can provide meals or anything else to make your stay more enjoyable.
Pets
Full hookups
Boondocking near the Ouchita River
4. Boondocking near the Ouchita River
31mi from Kisatchie National Forest · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Four boondocking RV sites, peaceful and serene, with views of tall pines, oaks, and all sorts of greenery.
The beautiful Ouachita River is only a few miles away for all your boating and fishing needs. Grayson and Columbia are just down the road for dining and shopping.
Pets
Black Lake Escape
5. Black Lake Escape
32mi from Kisatchie National Forest · 1 site · Tent, RV
Large private lot for campers and t located just .3 miles from Black Lake bridge and boat launch. Walking distance from Lakewood Inn restaurant and 17 miles from the historic Natchitoches Front Street. Lot has water, sewage and electrical hookup. Lot allows for plenty of room for camper and vehicles.
Pets
Full hookups
Red River Valley RV Park
6. Red River Valley RV Park
100%
(4)
39mi from Kisatchie National Forest · 10 sites
Red River Valley RV Park is Veteran and family owned and operated. We offer a Beautiful , relaxing stay for our guest. FULL HOOK UPS AT EVERY SPOT INCLUDING UNLIMITED 5G INTERNET.
Step back in time when camping was a relaxing experience and nature was the main feature. We only have ten spots so noise and traffic are kept to a minimal. Every spot is twenty feet wide with an additional twenty ft buffer on all sides.
The length of RV Spots varies, smallest being 35 and most others are sixty ft. with ample room for hang over. ALL 10 SPOTS HAVE FULL HOOK UPS ,including 30/50 amp plug in with an additional 110 outlet, water and sewer plus unlimited 5G internet.
Each spot has its own stone fire pit. Enjoy sitting on the deck overlooking the pond with fountains and watching the sunset behind the trees. SELF CONTAINED CAMPERS ONLY AS WE DO NOT OFFER RESTROOMS. WE DO HOWEVER OFFER WASHER AND DRYER. WE OFFER WEEKLY AND MONTHLY RATES . BOOK ON LINE AT WWW.REDRIVERVALLEYRVPARK.COM OR CALL CHRISTINE @ 337-288-1961 FOR PRICING AND/OR AVAILABILITY.
Pets
Full hookups
Louisiana Plantation River Bank
7. Louisiana Plantation River Bank
100%
(8)
41mi from Kisatchie National Forest · 2 sites
The historic French built antebellum plantation home and gardens was built circa 1793-1820. The home and gardens is located on the Ouachita River. I built a culinary herb farm and nursery on the plantation grounds, in which I was named after by my family. My farm is called Louisiana Herbs LLC. Their are plenty of great sites to pitch a tent and camp in the plantation gardens or on the river bank. Learn more about this land:Pitch your tent on your choice area next to the muddy Ouachita River on the grounds of an historic french antebellum home plantation in northeast Louisiana. You may fish, boat, swim, etc. Suggested early winter to late spring for camping - Louisiana can be a bit hot and humid in the warmer months. We can wine and dine you at the plantation dinner table with home cooked Louisiana cuisine (optional for an extra cost) & get you liquored up with mint juleps, homemade absinthe, mix drinks, etc. anywhere on the plantation grounds is acceptable to pitch a tent and make a campfire. we can provide wood, & possible minimal electricity to your camp area for now. there is access to water at the greenhouse area, as well as electricity. the greenhouse is a culinary herb farm and nursery, no smoking tobacco near the nursery and greenhouse area.
Pets
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
Jennifer
November 2025
38 ft Class A
Great overnight stay... not too far off major highway.
They have a trail on the property that gave our 2 little Chihuahuas an added delight with all the various smells & a great way to stretch your legs.
Property was well manicured - grass was cut, sites were excellent & the wifi is an added touch.
Overall great stay & will definitely recommend to other travelers if in this area.
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Michelle
July 2025
41 ft fifth wheel
With pets
So peaceful. The spaces are wide and far enough apart to allow a little privacy. Our site was more than long enough for the truck and 5th wheel. Just FYI, all of the connections are at the back of the site, so make sure you have long hoses if your water and sewer are mid-rig like ours. Nicely treed and far enough off the road that you don't hear the road noise.
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Dwight
May 2025
16 ft car
The camping area is very large and very secluded. It is mowed grass surrounded by old pecan trees. It is next to a river, but with my bad knees I didn't venture to the top of the dike. Breston invited me in for seafood gumbo and cornbread. I had a great chat with him. I also met his father. I gave him some money for the meal, but I had no problem with that. I would recommend this place to anyone who enjoys southern hospitality.
See moreReviews for Kisatchie National Forest Campgrounds
96%
12 ratings · 5 reviews
We had to abandon this site which is right of a dirt road, due to some creepy guy driving back and forth and weird questions.
The grass is high, nothing is level, and it is bate bone. There is a pit toilet and every person that drives by knows if you are there. It's a free spot to camp unless you are hunting, then you need a permit.
We ended up leaving and searching for other free camping sites with no creepy people.
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Tiger
8 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Kisatchie Wilderness Area
Wilderness in louisiana!
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Thomas A.
2 reviews
November 2019
Will live a couple of hours south of Kincaid and my family and I have camped at Kincaid many times. South Louisiana is fairly flat but has many beautiful marshes and swamps to visit. Kincaid is very hilly and covered with tall pines. The lake is the main reason we go there and I've caught more fish than I can count out of it.
We now have a 4 yr old grandson and just purchased another camper after all these years. Looking forward to making many great memories at Kincaid!
Bob W.
6 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· February 2018
FREE. Just a field with no official sites. Plenty of room for several camps, just don't be rude and park in the middle of the field.
James W.
8 years on Hipcamp
January 2017
2 beautiful days away from civilization spent at this campground. We stayed in January, so there were only a handful of other campers, and our days entailed exploring the woods and trails, cooking over the fire, reading, taking in the night sky, and generally kickin it amongst the comfortable breeze. Very affordable; compostable toilets; drinking water on site; good pickings for firewood; very peaceful and relaxing.
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Marisa H.
9 years on Hipcamp
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