Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Boyce, LA
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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Boyce, LA (44)
1. Indian Creek Recreation Area
Woodworth, Louisiana24 Reviews•79 Photos•134 SavesWithin the Alexander State Forest lies the Indian Creek Recreation Area located between I-49 and US Hwy 165 in central Rapides Parish. This sprawling area encompasses 100 acres of developed recreation facilities, 250 acres of primitive camping area, and the 2,250 acre Indian Creek Lake. The recreation area contains over 100 campsites with water and electricity. Other amenities include 3 beach areas, 5 bathrooms across the main park, laundry facilities, playground equipment, handicap parking, boat launch, wi-fi (in RV area) and a covered pavilion for rental. There are trails available for scouting out the various plant and tree species and abundant wildlife. This area is also home to the red-cockaded woodpecker. Trees marked with white paint indicate the homes of the endangered woodpecker.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
$16 / night
2. Valentine Lake Northshore Campground
Gardner, Louisiana9 Reviews•40 Photos•70 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- RVs
- Tents
- Standard (Tent/RV)
$10 / night
3. Cotile Recreation Area
Gardner, Louisiana4 Reviews•7 Photos•22 SavesCotile Lake is a man-made impoundment located in the uplands approximately 15 miles west northwest of Alexandria, Louisiana. The lake is approximately 1,775 acres in size and was completed in October 1965. The Louisiana Wild Life and Fisheries Commission stocked this impoundment with the proper species and number of game fish in 1965-66 shortly after its completion date. The recreational facilities on Cotile Lake are among the finest in Central Louisiana. There is a large area cleared and zoned for swimming with complete bath house facilities nearby. There is a water skiing area that is cleared and snagged for safety of the skiiers. The picnic and camping areas are modern and complete. There is also space available for campers.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- RVs
$9 - $30 / night
4. Coyote Camp
Cloutierville, Louisiana8 Reviews•23 Photos•76 SavesVisitors to Coyote Camp can enjoy an out-of-the-way camping area within the National Red Dirt Wildlife Management Preserve. Although this camp is a designated hunter's camp, it can be utilized year around by general forest visitors. Very primitive site with limited facilities. There is OHV access to the Sandstone Trail.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Group
- Trash
5. Valentine Lake Wild Azalea Trail
Gardner, Louisiana4 Reviews•14 Photos•9 SavesCamping is permitted adjacent to the trail, but campsites must be established at least 30 feet away from the trail center line. This is primitive camping - no amenities.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- ADA Access
- Dispersed
- Trash
6. Indian Creek Recreation Area Best Camping Spot
Woodworth, Louisiana7 Reviews•20 Photos•31 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$30 / night
7. Colfax RV Park
Boyce, Louisiana3 Reviews•13 Photos•15 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$32 / night
8. Colfax Recreation Area RV Park & Campground
Boyce, Louisiana3 Reviews•8 Photos•2 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
9. Hidden Treasure RV Resort
Gardner, Louisiana3 Reviews•8 Photos•13 SavesQuiet, peaceful, small, family owned and operated rv park with water front sites on Cotile Lake.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Reservable
- RVs
- Tents
$50 / night
10. Kisatchie Bayou NF Campground - Temporarily Closed
Gorum, Louisiana7 Reviews•40 Photos•87 SavesThe 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.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Trash
- Picnic Table
$2 / night
Recent Dog-Friendly Reviews in Boyce
151 Reviews of 44 Boyce Campgrounds
Betsy W.
Guide
Dogwood Camp
Ok campground but free
Wooded and close to road with traffic all night. Bathroom with flush toilet and cold water hand sink but not supplied and not swept. Water faucets and trash receptacle available. Verizon 2 bars and no problem. I would not make a special trip but if going by would stay again. It’s free however!!
Kevin C.
Ranger
Hunter's Camp
Quiet spot in the Pine Trees
Nice disbursed site. Map shows a camping loop that appears to have been abandoned by the Forest Service. It had a dead hog blocking the loop. This loop is about 150 yards from the vaulted toilet and garbage receptacle.
There is another loop adjacent to the toilet and garbage that appears to have disbursed camping spots with places where fires were made.
The camping area is open to the sky and has yellow pines that create random shade. Great place to charge with solar panels on a sunny day.
The only other camper is a crazy dude on the old camping loop by the dead pig.
Gary G.
Traveler
Colfax Recreation Area RV Park & Campground
Nice spot with great access
This is a quiet park right on the Red River. Sunsets are amazing over the river. The facilities are well maintained and clean. The sites are spaced nicely and tucked into the trees. All spots are full hookup and 50 amp service. The water pressure is a little low, but sufficient. The only drawback is there is a large warehouse next door that is very well lit all night
- PPotsie D.Traveler
Forest Road 380 Kisatchi National Forest
Very peaceful
The drive there was beautiful. Getting to the camp site was pretty straightforward through google Maps. You can pull ur vehicle right up your camp site. If you're into foraging, this is definitely not the place in the winter months. There is plenty of broken trees to use for fire wood. The forest is great to explore. There is a natural spring that runs on side of the road about a half mile from the campsite. It has been piped in for easy access. The temp drops quickly during the winter months so be prepared. You do not need any kind of permit to camp here.
OliTraveler
Pecan Acres RV Park
Nice
The sites all look fairly level, and the property was well maintained. Area Code Like most rv parks in the area, this one has a number of long term residents, but this one was a little bigger and nicer than most I saw.
Rick T.Traveler
Hunters Camp - Calcasieu Ranger District
Nice
Theres a hiking trail near by, stating no motorized vehicles, but you can mountain bike, hike and ride horses. Area Code No fishing near by unless you drive to the blue hole complex further down range road.
Bruce L.
Scout
Valentine Lake Northshore Campground
Valentine Lake Northshore campgrounds
Well maintained grounds with flush toilet (no shower) drinking water tap near but not at the camp sites, fire ring and picnic tables at each site. Small (about 16 sites) and quiet. Nice small lake, walking trail around the lake and very close to the Wild Azalia 26-mile hiking trail.
- Nick U.Guide
North Campground — Chicot State Park
Great camping in the heart of La
We stopped at this campground for one night on our way home. Some of the sites are close together, but we called and they put us in a spot that was very spacious. There were almost no other campers there so it helps to go in the middle of the week. The staff was very friendly and they had a great hiking path and playground for our 5 year old. I biked most of the paved roads in the state park and was able to go 13 miles without doubling anywhere. The cabins looked great from the outside and are located right on the lake. There is a long fishing pier and boat rentals. This is definitely one we will return to. Also, it is located very close to a lot of antique shopping which my wife wouldn’t let me pass up on my way home.
Blackie’s W.Scout
Coyote Camp
nice
Went here in 2005, going back in two weeks to do some trail riding with my Son
- BBacl L.Scout
Paragon Casino Resort
Great place.
Great place. I think the best time to visit is in the spring. I highly recommend it. There was also an excellent cinema and casino in the area, which I really enjoyed. Although I prefer betting more because it’s more predictable, and not everything depends solely on luck. By the way, bookies not on gamstop offer very good odds and a wide variety of sports events for betting. I recommend trying them out if you enjoy this as well. As for this place, we plan to visit it again with friends next year because we liked it so much.
- TTy J.Scout
River Island RV Park
Gorgeous place to visit!
They have an amazing place out there! Something for everyone, mud riding, fishing, trail rides, and sits right on the gorgeous Red River!
- LLabordeTraveler
Crooked Creek Recreation Area
Very clean and quiet, good family place
N8ce quiet and clean place to stay with family
- LLabordeTraveler
Spring Bayou Wildlife Management Area Campground
Quiet , woodsy
Nice campground, except no toilets or showers, great fishing
Melissa S.GuideCoyote Camp
Peaceful
Many open spots. Beautiful and quiet. Our GPS put us on a dirt road for a few miles - however it was well maintained and not too rutted. Large camping spot with fire ring. Clean area. Definitely a gem in the trees.
Lucy P.RangerValentine Lake Northshore Campground
Great spot
Really nice campground, surprisingly crowded on a nice weekend in February! Had a family next to us whose kids were antagonizing our dogs with no intervention from the adults which was really frustrating. But would be lovely on a quieter weekend.
Lea B.Guide
Natchitoches Pecan Orchard RV Park
Clean, quiet, full hook ups
We stayed 3 nights and ut was a peaceful visit. There were plenty of sites to choose from, all on clean concrete pads.
Aaron D.Guide
Indian Creek Recreation Area
Tucked away with a Beautiful Water View
We stayed at spot 99. It was a very quiet spot tucked away on the far side of the campground. It was right off the water and had a beautiful view of the sunrise and all the birds. Pretty far away from the restroom about a.2 mile walk. Not a ton of through traffic since this was on it's own loop. Large wide spots with paved cement made it easy to park and level. Water was on the wrong side of the camp spot, so bring a longer hose. The site had fantastic Verizon cell service, 3 bars with about 100-125 mbps. Overall the campground was clean, quiet, and made for a great weekend getaway.
- ccamiTraveler
Indian Creek Recreation Area
Great Campground
Park is well maintained. Spots are nice, especially the ones on the water. No sewer hookups. If you’re looking for a quiet spot, I would avoid the spots near the double pull-thrus. Verizon cell service is fantastic, WiFi works well.
tguit17Scout
Indian Creek Recreation Area Best Camping Spot
Be Careful...
Fall 2023, Be careful...” Been camping here for 30+ years, here it is 2023 and there are issues, pads need updating, had an incident, some seedy transients camping a block from us, no campers etiquette, walked right through our campsite, but on several occasions, how schi tzus were livid, still a beautiful place, just hope it doesn't go down the tubes....I'm sure the locals will see to it soon....bye Indian Creek for now, seen it's better days....
Chantelle M.Scout
Valentine Lake Wild Azalea Trail
Spent a ton of time out at Valentine lake.
This a a cool place to spend a weekend. There is both primitive and fixed campsites.you have a couple Small trails in and around Valentine lake, or you caan hop on wild azeala trail and hike it. Its just short of 18 miles start to finish. Wouldn't recommend swimming in that lake. Lots of Gators and big snapping turtles. . Great fishing tho.. for me i enjoy middle to late October when it's cooler for sleeping in teepee hot tent..
Cat R.
LegendIndian Creek Recreation Area Best Camping Spot
Water, Hiking, and Family Fun
We stayed in site 109, which is a full hook up site. Slightly unlevel, needed blocks on the right side. There was some trash left in the burn barrel, a few beer caps, and cig butts on the ground, but otherwise, basically, ok. There is a beautiful lake for kayaking, boating, and fishing. A nice playground area, a laundry facility, and shower room.
- SShirley B.Ranger
Colfax Recreation Area RV Park & Campground
2023 Summer Stop #1
Beautifully kept grounds, large sites, quite area, nice boat launch, docks and fish cleaning area
- DDavid B.Ranger
Gator Grounds RV Resort
Nice RV park, great amenities, rude manager
Gator Grounds is a great private RV park near Bunkie, LA. We stayed two nights. Most of the sites are not shady. The park streets are concrete and sites are small crushed limestone. The park was clean and the staff was friendly, except for the manager. We went to the pool/slide area after setting up camp the evening of July 2. The big slide was closed. A staff person said they were short handed. We tried the yellow slide. My kids had no trouble, but I got stuck several times. My kids continued to slide while I went to the lazy river. Unfortunately we didn't have much time because we didn't realize the outside pool area closes at 7pm. Bummer! Really? Fourth of July weekend and you close down at 7pm! As we left my kids told me the manager was rude. She yelled at them for going down the slide doubled up. Ok, maybe that's against the rules, but there was no lifeguard at the top of the slide and the slide is not dangerous. Many kids were doing the same thing. The manager argued with my kids there was a lifeguard, even though I personally saw there wasn't. She also argued with them that they had been there for hours even though we only arrived less than 30 minutes ago. The fireworks show July 2nd night was very good. I was surprised how good and long it was. Included music, too. The rest of the weekend was great. Had a lot of fun playing beach volleyball with another family we met. Fortunately, the big slide was open July 3rd. But the outside pool area closed at 7pm again. One nice feature is they let you bring your own ice chest to the pavilion area by the pools. I didn't use the restrooms myself, but my kids said they were not clean.
Amenities include pools, water slides, lazy river, hot tubs, volleyball pool, indoor pool/slide/splash pad, beach volleyball court, basketball court, hay bale"obstacle course", pond, camp store, mini restaurant, trash pickup, and golf cart rental. There is a zip-line area, but it didn't look open and we didn't ask about it. Stayed in back-in campsite#116 which was not shady but level. It was a crushed limestone site with some landscaping on either side and grass in the back. There are some trees planted between the sites, but it will be some years before they provide significant shade. There was enough parking for my 34 ft TT and truck. Neighbors are close by not crammed in. The site included: picnic table and fire ring. Utilities: 20/30/50A electric in middle of site. Water in middle of site, good pressure. Sewer in middle of site with 4-in screw-on fitting.
AT&T had 2 bars of LTE. AT&T Speedtest: 7.6 Mbps down, 1.07 Mbps up. Did not use the WiFi service. Would probably stay here again, especially with a group. We camped at Gator Grounds RV Resort in a Travel Trailer.
Cheri H.Legend
Kisatchie National Forest Loran/Claiborne Trailhead Camp
History and forest
I was out there on a weekday. This is a massive place with lots of history. I am not sure if I was in the right area for camping or not since things aren’t marked. I turned right before you get to the section where the headquarters were located. This place is massive with paved roads going in many different directions. I saw the other reviewers pictures and I never came across anything that looked like what they were showing. The roads were not well marked. I turned right off Hwy 165 south of Woodworth and then after passing the Camp Claiborne sign took a right by the Camp Claiborne Battalion sign. I then took another right and followed that road to the end. There was a barricade and no way to turn around so I backed all the up to the other road. Be careful here because some of the pavement had come loose and dropped into the creek. I would have stopped at the forestry office south of Alexandria but they were closed. As I was leaving and almost back to the highway, I saw truck pulling a large pontoon boat loaded down with water toys so I feel as though there may have been more to the area than what I saw. I would like to come back in the winter time and explore more on my e-bike.
Conrad V.GuideHunters 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.
- Michael C.Traveler
Indian Creek Recreation Area Best Camping Spot
April weekend
Quiet peaceful weekend. Clean restrooms and showers
Duncan G.LegendParagon Casino Resort
Great Infrastructure, Great Price
I was impressed with this place. They spared no expense in developing and maintaining this park. I was there in late March and the place was only about 25-30% full. We had ample privacy. The only thing I didn’t like was the lack of bathrooms in the park. There was only one in the office building. I like to rely on park bathrooms as much as possible. This place is designed for self-contained RV camping. I needed cash so I went into the casino and used an ATM. I was charged a$5 fee. Grrrr. You can't beat the price for a full hookup.
Guide to Boyce
Discover the perfect spots for pets-allowed camping near Boyce, Louisiana, where you and your furry friends can enjoy the great outdoors together.
Dog-friendly activities while camping near Boyce
- At the Indian Creek Recreation Area, you can enjoy kayaking and fishing while your dog explores the scenic surroundings.
- The Valentine Lake Northshore Campground offers walking trails around the lake, perfect for leisurely strolls with your pet.
- Coyote Camp provides a peaceful environment where you can hike and enjoy nature with your dog by your side.
Dog owners appreciate spacious sites and amenities
- The Indian Creek Recreation Area features large, well-spaced sites that allow for comfortable camping with pets.
- At Cotile Recreation Area, you’ll find amenities like drinking water and picnic tables, making it convenient for pet owners.
- The Colfax Recreation Area RV Park & Campground offers a friendly atmosphere with plenty of space for your dog to roam.
Tips for camping with dogs near Boyce
- Always keep your dog on a leash at the Valentine Lake Wild Azalea Trail to ensure their safety and the comfort of other campers.
- Bring plenty of water and snacks for your pet, especially when visiting Coyote Camp, as there are no water hookups available.
- Make sure to clean up after your dog to maintain the natural beauty of places like Indian Creek Recreation Area and keep the campground enjoyable for everyone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Boyce, LA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Boyce, LA is Indian Creek Recreation Area with a 4.6-star rating from 24 reviews.
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