Established Camping
Kisatchie Bayou NF Campground - Temporarily Closed
Kisatchie Bayou NF Campground, near Pineville, Louisiana, is a primitive camping spot that offers a serene escape into nature. With tent-only sites lining the picturesque Kisatchie Bayou, it’s a great place to unwind and soak in the beauty of the surrounding hardwood and pine forest.
This campground is all about simplicity, featuring basic amenities like picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. Visitors rave about the peaceful atmosphere, with one camper noting, “The area is very beautiful and the peace is amazing especially alongside the bayou.” The lack of modern conveniences like drinking water and showers means you’ll be fully immersed in the outdoors, perfect for those who appreciate a no-frills experience.
For outdoor lovers, the Caroline Dorman Trail is right at your doorstep, offering excellent hiking opportunities. Some campers have enjoyed the nearby waterfalls during high water levels, adding to the natural charm of the area. Just be aware that the road to get there is gravel, and cell service can be spotty, so it’s a true getaway from the hustle and bustle.
While the campground can get crowded at times, especially on weekends, it still provides a variety of tent sites to choose from, whether you want to be near fellow campers or tucked away for some solitude. If you’re looking for a peaceful retreat where you can connect with nature, Kisatchie Bayou NF Campground is definitely worth a visit.
Description
National Forest
Kisatchie National Forest
The campground and day-use area are temporarily closed for construction to stabilize the banks of the Bayou.
Visitors to the Kisatchie Bayou Recreation Complex can enjoy scenic views of the rocky bayou surrounded by beautiful old growth hardwood and pine which gives this out-of-the-way recreation area such a wonderful setting for visitors. Hiking, camping, picnicking, fishing, and just relaxing are all popular activities enjoyed here.
Kisatchie Bayou Campground is a primitive walk-in camping atmosphere with 17 walk-in sites and 1 drive-in site at the middle parking area. Tent pads, barbeque pits, and lantern posts are at each campsite. Trash receptacles and restrooms are available, but visitors should be aware that there is NO WATER AVAILABLE at this campground. This complex is a designated fee area.
At the Day Use Area, there are vault restroom facilities, trash receptacles, picnic tables and fire rings. There are access steps to the bank of the bayou which allows canoe users to unload from the lower parking lot to the waters edge. Fishing is a very popular activity at Kisatchie Bayou with the possibility of hooking a bass, perch, sunfish, or catfish.
Location
Kisatchie Bayou NF Campground - Temporarily Closed is located in Louisiana
Directions
From the intersection of I-49 and Highway 6 (Natchitoches) drive west on Hwy 6 for 4 miles. Turn left (south) on Louisiana Hwy 117 and proceed 16 miles to Forest Highway 59, Longleaf Trail Scenic Byway. Turn left (east) on FH 59 and go 7 miles to FR 321. Turn right (south) on FR 321 and go 4 miles to Forest Road 366. Turn right (west) on FR 366 and proceed to the end of the road.
Coordinates
31.445113711729608 N
93.0936110380259 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonGood
- AT&TGood
- T-MobilePoor
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires