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Best Equestrian Camping near Lecompte, LA

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Horse camping opportunities near Lecompte, Louisiana include several locations within the Kisatchie National Forest. Rustic Sky Horse Camp accommodates tent camping, RV sites, and cabins with equestrian-friendly amenities including electric hookups, water hookups, sewer connections, and shower facilities. The campground permits alcohol and allows fires with firewood available on site. Oak Camp Complex offers primitive horse camping for $5 per night with a 14-day stay limit. The grounds feature vault toilets and fire rings but no water facilities, requiring campers to pack in their own supplies. The campground can handle small RVs and horse trailers with ample flat areas beneath pine and hardwood trees providing shade.

Ahtus Melder Camp provides free horse camping on a first-come, first-served basis with access to the Clairborne Trail for a $5 fee. The campground accommodates RVs, tents, and trailers in a primitive setting with no facilities. The site features open green space for grazing and mature trees for shade, though muddy conditions may occur after rainfall. Hunters Camp in the Calcasieu Ranger District offers free dispersed camping with vault toilets and trash collection but no water. Located deep in the woods, mosquitoes and various flies are common, especially during warmer months. Nearby hiking trails permit non-motorized activities including horseback riding, mountain biking, and hiking, with no off-road vehicles allowed at Oak Camp to prevent spooking horses.

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Lecompte, LA

10 Reviews of 5 Lecompte 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
    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.

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 1, 2022

    Ahtus Melder Camp

    Cowboy UP

    FREE 

    FCFS 

    Clairborne Trail $5.00 access fee 

    This campground is free and will accommodate RV's, tents, and trailers. No facilities, totally primitive. This is a really great spot and plenty of room for all.  Great open green space for grazing.  No reason to park next to your neighbor.  Site is well maintained but if it has rained it could be very muddy. Very open and it has nice mature trees. 

    Pack it in, Pack it out

     LNT 

    Travel safe

  • HThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 30, 2020

    Oak Camp Complex

    Love this place

    Most of the campgrounds here are great. We passed by Coyote Camp and there were a few hunters. This campsite is more primitive, but does offer man-made fire rings and vault toilets. There was a small amount of litter present, but not as bad as other places we’ve been. The roads are very easy to traverse.

    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. Night time will bring about the coyotes and all their lovely howls, so be prepared for some noises come dark. Overall, if you want a peaceful place to relax with serene surroundings, definitely come here.

  • F
    May. 7, 2022

    Oak Camp Complex

    Big rig friendly

    This sure is not far at all from Corral camp which cost $10 a night. 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.

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

    Hunters Camp - Calcasieu Ranger District

    Pack it in, pack it out, and free

    Inside the Kisatchie National Forest, Calcasieu District, Vernon Unit. 2 loops of dispersed camping, grounds not well kept, vault toilet. There is no water and signs say pack in and pack out but there was a trash bin. Very basic place to pitch a tent and explore the area around.

Guide to Lecompte

Horse camping in Louisiana offers a unique blend of scenic trails and natural beauty, perfect for equestrian enthusiasts looking to explore the great outdoors.

Tips for equestrian camping near Lecompte, Louisiana

  • The Ahtus Melder Camp provides ample open space for grazing and is well-maintained, making it a great choice for horse campers.
  • At Hunters Camp - Calcasieu Ranger District, you can enjoy a peaceful atmosphere surrounded by wilderness, ideal for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle.
  • Oak Camp Complex is a secluded spot that welcomes horse campers, offering plenty of trees and space to relax after a day on the trails.

Equestrian campers like these nearby activities

  • The Louisiana Enduro Trail features miles of well-marked trails for horseback riding, hiking, and OHV use, ensuring a full day of adventure.
  • Enjoy the scenic routes at Rustic Sky Horse Camp, where you can ride through beautiful landscapes and take in the natural surroundings.
  • Hunters Camp - Calcasieu Ranger District offers access to hiking trails that are perfect for mountain biking and horseback riding, providing a variety of outdoor experiences.

Campers appreciate these amenities for horses

  • Oak Camp Complex features pit toilets and fire rings, making it a convenient spot for horse campers looking for basic amenities.
  • At Ahtus Melder Camp, the primitive setting allows for a true back-to-nature experience while accommodating horses comfortably.
  • Hunters Camp - Calcasieu Ranger District provides a vault toilet and a trash bin, ensuring a clean and manageable environment for campers and their horses.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Lecompte, LA is Ahtus Melder Camp with a 3.5-star rating from 2 reviews.

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