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Best Equestrian Camping near Alexandria, LA

21 Reviews

Rustic Sky Horse Camp and Oak Camp Complex offer primitive equestrian camping options near Alexandria, Louisiana. Rustic Sky provides electric hookups, sewer connections, drinking water, showers, and toilets for campers with horses, while Oak Camp accommodates horse trailers with no size restrictions. The camp areas feature flat terrain suitable for setting up temporary corrals or highlines. Picnic tables and fire rings are available at Rustic Sky, though Oak Camp has more limited amenities with vault toilets but no drinking water. The surrounding pine and hardwood forest creates natural shade for horses during hot Louisiana summers.

Connected to the Clairborne Trail system, these horse camps serve as gateways to extensive riding opportunities throughout Kisatchie National Forest. Oak Camp charges $5 per night and prohibits off-road vehicles to prevent spooking horses. The campgrounds experience higher usage during hunting season but remain peaceful during off-peak times. Trail access includes well-marked routes suitable for novice to experienced riders with minimal elevation changes. The surrounding forest trails feature a mix of sandy and packed dirt surfaces, ideal for day rides ranging from 2-10 miles. Riders should carry water for horses as natural water sources are limited and seasonal. The campgrounds can accommodate small to medium-sized RVs and horse trailers, though larger rigs may have difficulty navigating some of the forest roads.

Best Equestrian Sites Near Alexandria, Louisiana (8)

    1. Ahtus Melder Camp

    2 Reviews
    Forest Hill, LA
    16 miles

    "FREE  FCFS 

    Clairborne Trail $5.00 access fee 

    This campground is free and will accommodate RV's, tents, and trailers. No facilities, totally primitive."

    2. Rustic Sky Horse Camp

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    Elmer, LA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (318) 659-4414

    3. Oak Camp Complex

    4 Reviews
    Cloutierville, LA
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (318) 472-1840

    $5 / night

    "We hiked along a few trails that were open (many have been closed due to covid maybe) and it was really fun, mostly flat hikes."

    "This one is free though and is only about a 2 min drive. No hook ups and we got our 43 ft 5th wheel in just fine. There are atvs out here they didn’t bother us."

    4. Gum Springs Recreation Area — Kisatchie National Forest

    7 Reviews
    Winnfield, LA
    45 miles

    "This tent-friendly spot is nestled among tall pines, with spacious and shady pads, peaceful vibes, and killer access to a 17-mile horse trail. At just $10/night, it’s an absolute steal."

    "Located inside Kisatchie National Forest, Winn district. We were not alone here, but felt very secluded. This campground has sites with picnic tables, lantern posts, and fire rings."

    5. Lotus Camp

    4 Reviews
    Gorum, LA
    40 miles
    Website

    "Isnide the Kisatchie National Forest, Kisatchie District Lotus campground offers water, flush toilets and easy access to the Sandstone Trail."

    "This camp is a short distance from the highway,  Solar There are some nice flat new sites that have been installed and it looks like more new ones are coming."

    6. Hunters Camp - Calcasieu Ranger District

    3 Reviews
    Fort Polk, LA
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (318) 473-7160

    "The Hunter Camp is situated just off range road. You're surrounded by wilderness. The only amenities are a vault toilet. Fort Polk is close enough for supplies, check your gate schedules."

    7. Enduro Complex

    1 Review
    Pitkin, LA
    38 miles
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    8. Cane Camp

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    Gorum, LA
    40 miles
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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Alexandria, LA

21 Reviews of 8 Alexandria Campgrounds

  • Conrad V.
    May. 13, 2023

    Hunters Camp - Calcasieu Ranger District

    Can't beat free

    The Hunter Camp is situated just off range road. You're surrounded by wilderness. The only amenities are a vault toilet. Fort Polk is close enough for supplies, check your gate schedules. Marines were utilizing the ranges in the area, and a couple officers came though the hunter camp just exploring.

    Theres a hiking trail near by, stating no motorized vehicles, but you can mountain bike, hike and ride horses. No fishing near by unless you drive to the blue hole complex further down range road.

    Apparently they're allowing logging around the camp, so do a check before you go set up.

  • Paula W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 30, 2018

    Oak Camp Complex

    Horses, yes please!

    Oak campground inside Kisatchie National Forest, Kisatchie District is a secluded little spot to camp if you have been riding your horse on the trails. (Or not bc we stayed here with no horse). This was the first campground where there was actually other people here. There is no water, vault toilets and lots of trees and space to play. Just down the road, trees are being harvested but that did not interfere with our stay. This campground does not accommodate off road vehicles (they could spook the horses I guess) but there are many more campgrounds throughout the forest connected to the trails that do. The grounds are really well kept.

  • Paula W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 30, 2018

    Lotus Camp

    Tree roots and trails

    Isnide the Kisatchie National Forest, Kisatchie District Lotus campground offers water, flush toilets and easy access to the Sandstone Trail. Each campsite has a fire ring, picnic table and lots of tree roots. This campground is designated for off road vehicle campers as opposed to horse campers. A bit scary when it started raining and we were under those big beautiful trees, but we made it through. Again, the campgrounds in this area are so well marked and easy to find. There is a $3 per night fee to camp here and a $5 trail use fee.

  • David H.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 13, 2025

    Gum Springs Recreation Area — Kisatchie National Forest

    Quiet, wooded campground perfect for tent campers and hikers. Shady sites, great trails, and only $10/night. No frills—just peace and nature.

    If you're looking for a quiet, back-to-nature escape, Gum Springs in Kisatchie National Forest delivers big. This tent-friendly spot is nestled among tall pines, with spacious and shady pads, peaceful vibes, and killer access to a 17-mile horse trail. At just $10/night, it’s an absolute steal. Pit toilets are clean, and while you might hear the nearby highway now and then, it doesn’t spoil the experience. Just don’t expect hookups or glam amenities—this is all about the woods, the trails, and the quiet.

  • Paula W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 1, 2018

    Gum Springs Recreation Area — Kisatchie National Forest

    Log bridges and boys

    Located inside Kisatchie National Forest, Winn district. We were not alone here, but felt very secluded. This campground has sites with picnic tables, lantern posts, and fire rings. The grounds are hilly and has great small trails throughout. The gum springs body of water has large trees across small parts of water allowing the boys to test their balance skills. They had so much fun running up and down the hills and through the trees. We really liked this place. There are bathrooms on one side of the loop.

    The Winn Ranger Station is next to campground.

    "The Gum Springs Campground is located in an area of hilly terrain and natural springs. Gum Springs Recreation Complex exhibits recreation design and construction from the Civilian Conservation Corps era of the 1930's. Gum Springs campground offers basic recreation opportunities of picnicking and camping and is close to Gum Springs Horse Camp and Trail."

  • Paula W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 1, 2018

    Gum Springs Recreation Area — Kisatchie National Forest

    Log bridges and boys

    see Gum Springs Campground

    Located inside Kisatchie National Forest, Winn district. We were not alone here, but felt very secluded. This campground has sites with picnic tables, lantern posts, and fire rings. The grounds are hilly and has great small trails throughout. The gum springs body of water has large trees across small parts of water allowing the boys to test their balance skills. They had so much fun running up and down the hills and through the trees. We really liked this place. There are bathrooms on one side of the loop.

    The Winn Ranger Station is next to campground.

    The Gum Springs Campground is located in an area of hilly terrain and natural springs. Gum Springs Recreation Complex exhibits recreation design and construction from the Civilian Conservation Corps era of the 1930's. Gum Springs campground offers basic recreation opportunities of picnicking and camping and is close to Gum Springs Horse Camp and Trail.

  • Paula W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 18, 2018

    Enduro Complex

    Trails and Ticks...

    Campground: Inside the Kisatchie Natinal Forest, Calcasieu Ranger District, Vernon Unit. This is dispersed camping with a pavilion and vault toilets available. No water, must pack it in.

    Trails: there are miles and miles of trails attached to this campground. OHV, horse or hiking. Beautiful area, just don't forget sunscreen, water, bug and tick repellant. The trails are very well marked.

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 22, 2021

    Oak Camp Complex

    Peace in the Woods

    Pack it in, Pack it out

    FCFS

    Fees:  $5.00 per night

    Limit:  14 days

    Horse and general camping with no OHV camping.  NO WATER but there are pit toilets and there was one fire ring.  Beautiful pine and hardwoods with a lot of fairly flat area.  Beautiful shade and the area can handle small RV's and trailers.  The area is VERY busy during hunting season. We will return one day.

  • Paula W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 31, 2018

    Ahtus Melder Camp

    Place to crash

    There is not much to this campground. Located inside the Kisatchie National Forest, Evangeline District. As soon as you enter the area, there is a small loopped grassy area with lots of trees. Nothing else to indicate a campground (other than the sign). If you follow the road/concrete path, you may lose a tire or axil bc the road is in BAD condition. Staying here gives you access to the forrest and multiuse trails.

Guide to Alexandria

Several horse-friendly campgrounds are located in the Kisatchie National Forest near Alexandria, Louisiana. Rustic Sky Horse Camp offers amenities specifically for equestrians, including drinking water, electric hookups, sewer hookups, and shower facilities. The campground accommodates tents, RVs, and has cabin options for overnight stays. Ahtus Melder Camp provides free primitive camping with ample space for horse trailers and grazing in an open green space with mature trees. The area can become muddy after rainfall but remains accessible to various camping setups including RVs and tents.

Oak Camp Complex in the Kisatchie District offers a secluded camping experience for horse owners at $5 per night with a 14-day stay limit. The campground features vault toilets and designated fire rings among pine and hardwood trees on relatively flat terrain. The camp accommodates small RVs and trailers but does not provide water hookups. Trails throughout Kisatchie National Forest connect these campgrounds, with many designating specific paths for horses separate from OHV (off-highway vehicle) trails. The Claiborne Trail requires a $5 access fee, while the Sandstone Trail system provides additional riding opportunities. During hunting season, these equestrian camps experience higher usage rates, so advance planning is recommended.

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