This free, first-come-first-served campground accommodates RVs, tents, and trailers on open terrain with mature trees scattered throughout the area. Managed by the US Forest Service within Kisatchie National Forest, Ahtus Melder Camp requires no reservations but charges a $5 Claiborne Trail access fee. The primitive site lacks facilities, operating on a pack-it-in, pack-it-out basis.
Road conditions deteriorate beyond the initial grassy loop, with concrete sections that may damage tires or axles according to recent visitors. The well-maintained open space provides ample room between camping spots, though muddy conditions develop after rain. Campers gain access to multiuse forest trails and can explore dog-friendly camping around Kisatchie National Forest throughout the surrounding district.
Description
The Ahtus Melder Equestrian Camp is set up very openly, leaving the campers to use their imagination on how best to camp. Melder Camp is very primitive, no water is available, no restroom facilities, please bring your trash out with you and enjoy your stay.
Map & DirectionsAhtus Melder Camp is located in Louisiana near Forest Hill
Directions
The Ahtus Melder Equestrian Camp is located just off LA Hwy 112 West approximately one mile past the Forest Road 258 turnoff to the Loran/Claiborne Trailhead Camp. Turn south on Forest Road 267 and take an immediate left onto Forest Road 269. The camping area is on the right in the grassy area under the large pines.
Coordinates
31.08374132 N
92.5793584 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 21 min from Alexandria, LA
- 1 hr 16 min from Lafayette, LA
- 1 hr 21 min from Lake Charles, LA
- 1 hr 51 min from Baton Rouge, LA
