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Best Tent Sites Near Cloutierville, LA (13)

    Camper-submitted photo from Coyote Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Coyote Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Coyote Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Coyote Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Coyote Camp
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    1.

    Coyote Camp

    8 Reviews
    23 Photos
    71 Saves
    Cloutierville, Louisiana

    Visitors 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
    Camper-submitted photo from Kisatchie Bayou NF Campground - Temporarily Closed
    Camper-submitted photo from Kisatchie Bayou NF Campground - Temporarily Closed
    Camper-submitted photo from Kisatchie Bayou NF Campground - Temporarily Closed
    Camper-submitted photo from Kisatchie Bayou NF Campground - Temporarily Closed
    Camper-submitted photo from Kisatchie Bayou NF Campground - Temporarily Closed
    Camper-submitted photo from Kisatchie Bayou NF Campground - Temporarily Closed

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    Kisatchie Bayou NF Campground - Temporarily Closed

    7 Reviews
    40 Photos
    83 Saves
    Gorum, Louisiana

    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.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Trash
    • Picnic Table

    $2 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Red Bluff Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Red Bluff Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Red Bluff Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Red Bluff Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Red Bluff Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Red Bluff Camp

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    Red Bluff Camp

    3 Reviews
    11 Photos
    24 Saves
    Provencal, Louisiana

    Visitors to Red Bluff Camp can expect a primitive camp inside the National Red Dirt Wildlife Management Preserve. This camping area is a walk-in tent type camping facility which users must hike in 1/4 mile from the parking area to get to the Kisatchie Bayou shore. General camping, no water available, vault toilets, and trash receptacles.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    Camper-submitted photo from Stuart Lake Recreation Complex, Camping/Day Use
    Camper-submitted photo from Stuart Lake Recreation Complex, Camping/Day Use
    Camper-submitted photo from Stuart Lake Recreation Complex, Camping/Day Use
    Camper-submitted photo from Stuart Lake Recreation Complex, Camping/Day Use
    Camper-submitted photo from Stuart Lake Recreation Complex, Camping/Day Use
    Camper-submitted photo from Stuart Lake Recreation Complex, Camping/Day Use

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    Stuart Lake Recreation Complex, Camping/Day Use

    1 Review
    6 Photos
    19 Saves
    Bentley, Louisiana

    There is an assortment of recreational opportunities within the Stuart Lake Recreation Complex including fishing, swimming, hiking, picnicking, and much more. Situated on a beautiful 5-acre lake surrounded by pine-hardwood forest, this area provides outdoor recreational opportunities for camping, picnicking, canoeing, fishing, hiking, bicycling, and nature study. The day use facility includes flush toilets, paved parking, a fishing pier, shore fishing, a swimming beach, picnic tables and barbeque pits. The group use facility is located up the hill from the day use area and the swimming beach. It is equipped with a covered picnic shelter, a large party barbeque pit, trash bins, restrooms, and access to day use facilities including the lake. Group use area facilites include: restrooms, gravel parking, extra large barbeque pit, trash bins, large covered picnic shelter, and access to the day use facilities and lake. The Stuart Nature Trail and the Glenn Emery hiking and biking trail both be accessed here. The Stuart Lake Campground is a primitive campground with 8 sites that was renovated in 2009. General facilities also include drinking water, restrooms, and an open-air amphitheater. Trash disposal available.

    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Trash

    $5 - $20 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Saddle Bayou Camp Complex
    Camper-submitted photo from Saddle Bayou Camp Complex
    Camper-submitted photo from Saddle Bayou Camp Complex
    Camper-submitted photo from Saddle Bayou Camp Complex
    Camper-submitted photo from Saddle Bayou Camp Complex
    Camper-submitted photo from Saddle Bayou Camp Complex

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    Saddle Bayou Camp Complex

    2 Reviews
    6 Photos
    5 Saves
    Bentley, Louisiana

    The Saddle Bayou Camp is a very primitive camping experience in a bottomland hardwood setting. Nearby National Catahoula Wildlife Management Preserve make the Saddle Bayou a popular camping area during hunting season.

    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Toilets
    • Alcohol
    Camper-submitted photo from Stuart Complex
    Camper-submitted photo from Stuart Complex
    Camper-submitted photo from Stuart Complex

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    Stuart Complex

    2 Reviews
    3 Photos
    17 Saves
    Bentley, Louisiana
    • Tents
    • Drinking Water
    • Toilets
    • Alcohol

    $5 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Pearson Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Pearson Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Pearson Camp

    8.

    Pearson Camp

    1 Review
    3 Photos
    3 Saves
    Bentley, Louisiana

    The Pearson Camp is a very primitive camping experience which has been designated a Hunter's Camp. Located on U.S. Hwy 167, the easy access to the camp and to the National Catahoula Wildlife Management Preserve make the Pearson Camp a very popular camp during hunting season.

    • Pets
    • Tents
    • Toilets
    Camper-submitted photo from Hunters Camp - Calcasieu Ranger District
    Camper-submitted photo from Hunters Camp - Calcasieu Ranger District
    Camper-submitted photo from Hunters Camp - Calcasieu Ranger District
    Camper-submitted photo from Hunters Camp - Calcasieu Ranger District
    Camper-submitted photo from Hunters Camp - Calcasieu Ranger District
    Camper-submitted photo from Hunters Camp - Calcasieu Ranger District

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    Hunters Camp - Calcasieu Ranger District

    3 Reviews
    13 Photos
    49 Saves
    Fort Polk, Louisiana

    The Hunter Camp is a very primitive camping area in the middle of the forest. There is a camping loop area and a vault restroom facility and is centrally located near the Ouiska Chitto Trail. The Longleaf Scenic Area is also nearby with the Big Branch Trail running right next to the camp.

    • Pets
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    • Phone Service
    • ADA Access
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Recent Tent Reviews In Cloutierville

169 Reviews of 13 Cloutierville Campgrounds


  • Camper-submitted photo from Coyote Camp
    April 11, 2024

    Coyote 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.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Valentine Lake Northshore Campground
    March 22, 2024

    Valentine 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.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Indian Creek Recreation Area
    January 3, 2024

    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.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Indian Creek Recreation Area
    December 16, 2023

    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.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Valentine Lake South Shore
    July 29, 2023

    Valentine Lake South Shore

    Great Primitive Camping

    Great water front sites at $10 a night is not bad!!! There is no power or water a sites but has community water faucets in a few areas... The bathouse is real nice... But the canoeing is wonderful there... Very peaceful & quiet during the week but gets a little noisy on the weekends & holidays... No Julios either which is a big plus!!!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Kisatchie National Forest Loran/Claiborne Trailhead Camp
    July 4, 2023

    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.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hunters Camp - Calcasieu Ranger District
    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.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Indian Creek Recreation Area
    January 26, 2023

    Indian Creek Recreation Area

    Great time at Indian Creek

    Went during a horrible wet weekend but we still had fun. If you stay in site 50 have an extra long cord. My factory 30 amp cord wasn't long enough.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Coyote Camp
    December 7, 2022

    Coyote Camp

    Secluded

    The road here is a little rutted out and has a couple of potholes, but nothing crazy.

    This is our second time this year staying here and in the winter it’s definitely a different galaxy all together than the spring.

    Not as many bugs but it’s still warm and temps reached the mid 80’s.

    We have seen a lot of snakes and it rains a lot. Some bees but not a serious nuisance. So just be aware when walking on the trails. Lots of deer and bobcats.

    Absolutely no highway noise and the bathrooms are always stocked and cleaned.

    No water or trash pickup.

    When we arrived on this visit the campsite at the end (the roundabout) had been stripped of its fire pit and the HUGE logs we used to sit on. So we had to pick up trash and rebuild the pit.

    Some people on the weekends rode their dirt bikes and OHV’s. That wasn’t too bad, not too obnoxious.

    Plenty to explore so plan on visiting here for more than just a night.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Custis Camp
    November 29, 2022

    Custis Camp

    Quiet

    We camped here back in April 2022. The road is fine for a big rig, might be some sandy spots so be careful.

    We plan on returning to this entire area, this forest is LOADED with free spots. Some you can stay in up to 30 days and there are ones like this one that are 14 days.

    This campground does not permit OHV’s, so it’s a little more on the quiet side.

    I wish i could have taken more pictures, but I’ll update when we return.

    Bathroom: yes

    Water: No… but, there is a natural spring that the locals use that’s not too far from this camp.

    Trash: No, but when we went there was a trash can in the bathroom.

    Showers: No, you could find a nice sunny spot to put a solar heated camper shower tho.

    This entire forest is a 5 star in my opinion. Very clean and quiet. Out of the way of all civilization.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Nakatosh Campground #1
    November 9, 2022

    Nakatosh Campground #1

    OLD & DIRTY

    We stayed here for just one night. Unable to use women's shower or bathroom, d/t it being locked and no code. Per my hubby the men's was very old and dirty. The grounds were full of trash. We were in site 31 full hookups, but the cable didn't work. Sites are gravel but level. Laundry room available.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Indian Mounds Recreation Area
    October 23, 2022

    Indian Mounds Recreation Area

    A Hidden Gem!

    Visited over a long weekend in October. Quiet, secluded, stunning views. We stayed at the Crazy Horse loop, and only had one neighbor and that on the other side of the loop. 

    The loop had water (on the loop, but not at the campsite- bring a water jug), pit toilets (not fancy but clean), good sturdy critter-proof trash bins, and NO electricity so make sure you have lanterns and/or a generator. The sites are decently spaced and quite large; we didn’t have any worries about running our little Honda generator. Cell signal was intermittent and not strong at all. 

    Maybe our favorite campsite we’ve been to so far. We will definitely be back.

  • Camper-submitted photo from St Luke RV Park
    September 14, 2022

    St Luke RV Park

    Talk about hospitality ❤️

    We happened upon this location while searching for someplace that had available for the night. When I called the owner answered the phone and gave us all the information we wanted. He even offered that if we were looking to continue down the hwy further he could refer us to another campground. We decided we were done driving for the day. This location is close to the hwy and yet feels like you are out in the middle of nature. We LOVE IT!!



Guide to Cloutierville

Camping near Cloutierville, Louisiana, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous weekend, there are several campgrounds to explore.

What to do

  • Fishing: Many campers enjoy fishing at Valentine Lake Northshore Campground. One reviewer mentioned, "We were right by the fishing pier which was perfect for us."
  • Hiking: The Wild Azalea Trail is a great spot for hiking. A visitor shared, "The trail itself is great and pretty well maintained."
  • Kayaking: At Cloud Crossing Complex, you can launch your kayak into the Saline Bayou. One camper noted, "Included pull-up spots, restrooms, boat/kayak launch and a decent little 6-mile trail."

What campers like

  • Peaceful Atmosphere: Campers appreciate the tranquility at Kisatchie Bayou Complex. A reviewer said, "It is very secluded and the sound of the bayou is serene."
  • Clean Facilities: Many enjoy the cleanliness of the campgrounds. One visitor at Valentine Lake Northshore Campground mentioned, "Our spot was clean and previous campers were nice to leave firewood also."
  • Wildlife: Campers love the wildlife around Coyote Camp. A reviewer remarked, "We have seen a lot of snakes and it rains a lot. Some bees but not a serious nuisance."

What you should know

  • No Hookups: Many campgrounds, like Kisatchie Bayou NF Campground, do not offer electric hookups. A camper noted, "This is a US Forest Service campground. It’s located on the Caroline Dorman trail."
  • Limited Amenities: Facilities can be basic. One visitor at Cotile Recreation Area mentioned, "The remaining restrooms were old but they did the job."
  • First-Come, First-Serve: Many sites operate on a first-come, first-serve basis. A camper at Valentine Lake Wild Azalea Trail advised, "Primitive camping is permitted adjacent to the trail but campsites must be at least 30 feet from the trail center line."

Tips for camping with families

  • Bring Extra Supplies: At Gum Springs Recreation Area, a camper suggested, "Be careful of the locals, they let their dogs run wild and don’t clean up after them."
  • Plan for Activities: Kids will enjoy the playground at Grand Ecore RV Park. One reviewer said, "We especially liked the big playground and the floating dock."
  • Check for Wildlife: Be aware of wildlife, especially at Coyote Camp. A visitor mentioned, "Night time will bring about the coyotes and all their lovely howls."

Tips from RVers

  • Road Conditions: Some roads can be rough. A reviewer at Coyote Camp noted, "The road here is a little rutted out and has a couple of potholes, but nothing crazy."
  • Space for Big Rigs: Campgrounds like Kisatchie Bayou NF Campground can accommodate larger RVs. One camper shared, "We found at least three sites that could accommodate our 26' class C."
  • Stay Longer: Many campgrounds allow extended stays. A visitor at Coyote Camp mentioned, "14-day stay limit and FREE!"

Camping near Cloutierville, Louisiana, has something for everyone, from families to seasoned RVers. Enjoy the great outdoors!

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