Forest Hill, Louisiana sits in the heart of Louisiana's piney woods region at approximately 200 feet elevation. The area experiences humid subtropical climate with mild winters and hot summers, making it suitable for year-round camping. State and private cabin accommodations near Forest Hill typically operate throughout all seasons, though summer months bring higher temperatures with averages above 90°F.
What to do
Hiking on nature trails: Alexander State Forest Indian Creek Recreation Area offers multiple hiking opportunities through pine forests. "We thoroughly enjoyed hiking the trail and saw lots of deer tracks, ducks, and squirrels," noted one visitor who appreciated the natural wildlife viewing options.
Fishing from campsites: Many cabins provide direct lake access for fishing enthusiasts. At Indian Creek Recreation Area, sites offer water proximity. "We were able to launch our kayaks from our RV site," shared a camper who enjoyed the convenience of fishing directly from their accommodation.
Swimming at beach areas: Multiple cabin locations maintain swimming areas. "The beach areas seem really nice for camping during warmer weather," observed one Indian Creek visitor, while another noted the "multiple sandy beach areas" that provide recreational options for water activities during summer months.
What campers like
Lake views: Many cabin locations offer scenic water views. At Chicot State Park, "Site 56 had a HUGE backyard leading down to the lake. The view from our chairs by the fire and the picnic table were excellent," according to one reviewer describing their cabin site preference.
Privacy between sites: Some cabin locations offer more secluded options. "There was some privacy and separation between campsites!" noted a visitor at Indian Creek's primitive section, while another mentioned finding "peak areas that were very nice" when seeking a more private spot for their stay.
Diverse accommodation options: From basic to full-featured cabins. At Bundick Lake Retreat and RV Park, "The spacious RV sites are surrounded by beautiful scenery, and the lake views are breathtaking," reported one visitor who enjoyed the setting of their cabin accommodation.
What you should know
Seasonal booking requirements: Summer months require advance planning. "We counted ourselves lucky with the sites we had reserved," noted one Indian Creek visitor during a busy period when "the campground was nearly full."
Noise levels vary by location: Some cabin areas experience more activity than others. "There were golf carts riding around with loud music until 1:30 am both nights," reported one Indian Creek visitor, suggesting midweek stays "to avoid the crowds."
Wildlife awareness needed: Local cabins exist in natural habitats with wildlife. At Crooked Creek Recreation Area, cabins provide nature proximity, which one visitor described as "Very clean and quiet, good family place" while noting the importance of following proper food storage protocols.
Bathroom facilities vary: Not all cabin locations offer the same level of facilities. "The bathhouses were cleaned every morning," mentioned one Indian Creek visitor, while primitive cabin areas typically provide only basic facilities with "a few pit toilets that are clean."
Tips for camping with families
Playgrounds and recreational areas: Several cabin locations cater specifically to families with children. "This is a campground that is designed for young families, from the multiple sandy beach areas to the playgrounds, there was lot for my elementary age children to do," shared a visitor at Cajun Campground, which offers "a large clean pool, mini golf, and lots of space to run and ride bikes!"
Supervised activities: Some locations report unsupervised activities as concerns. "There were a lot of kids running around unsupervised," noted one Indian Creek visitor who observed "a group of boys tearing the roof off the play house in one of the playgrounds."
Cabin selection for family size: Choose accommodations based on specific family needs. "We have a 21' travel trailer and barely fit it and our Toyota Tundra in site 52," reported a visitor at Indian Creek who later discovered that "site 56 would be perfect for us" with its "HUGE backyard leading down to the lake."
Tips from RVers
Site selection by size: RV-compatible cabins have varying pad dimensions. At Red Shoes RV Park & Chalets, "Ample sized cement sites with picnic tables. Our 42" 5th wheel has 4 slides and the site was roomy," reported one visitor who appreciated the spacious accommodation.
Hookup locations: Some sites require additional equipment. "Be sure to bring extra sewer hose, the sewer is a far reach!" advised one camper at Lakeview Park, noting that "the site was gravel and grass, pretty level."
Resort amenities: Several cabin locations provide additional conveniences. "They have a 24 hour shuttle that takes to back and forth to casino," mentioned a Red Shoes visitor, while another noted the "pool area within camp grounds area" that provides additional recreational options beyond basic cabin features.
