Best Campgrounds near Mora, LA

Camping options near Mora, Louisiana center around the Kisatchie National Forest, which offers a mix of primitive and established sites with varying amenities. The forest includes popular destinations like Kisatchie Bayou Complex, Coyote Camp, and Forest Road 380, where campers can find tent sites, RV-friendly areas, and dispersed camping opportunities. Several campgrounds maintain primitive facilities with vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings, while others offer completely undeveloped areas for those seeking a more rustic experience. Most sites accommodate both tent and RV camping, though amenities like electricity and water are limited to a few developed campgrounds.

Access to many Kisatchie National Forest campgrounds involves travel on gravel and dirt roads that may become challenging during wet conditions. While most sites are open year-round, seasonal variations impact camping comfort with hot, humid summers and mild winters typical of central Louisiana. Several campgrounds, including dispersed sites on Forest Road 380, feature natural springs and proximity to hiking trails. Cell service is generally limited or non-existent throughout much of the forest, particularly at more remote sites. According to one visitor, "The road was ROUGH but the nature and secluded area was beautiful. The trails are the main attraction, miles of hiking, biking, off road vehicle, and horse trails."

The Kisatchie Bayou area receives consistently high ratings for its unique landscape that includes clear running water over sandstone, creating what campers describe as an experience reminiscent of Arkansas rather than typical Louisiana terrain. Primitive campsites along the bayou allow for creek-side camping with the soothing sounds of flowing water. Hikers appreciate the extensive trail systems, particularly the Caroline Dorman and Backbone trails that connect many of the camping areas. Wildlife viewing opportunities are abundant, with visitors reporting deer and bobcat sightings. One camper noted, "This campground is beautiful. You almost feel as if you're in Arkansas with the clear water bayou running over sandstone creating a relaxing waterfall sound." While weekdays typically offer solitude, some campgrounds experience increased traffic on weekends from day users and off-road vehicle enthusiasts.

Best Camping Sites Near Mora, Louisiana (113)

    1. Kisatchie Bayou Complex

    11 Reviews
    Gorum, LA
    10 miles
    Website

    "Primitive camping along the 10mi Backbone trail. Took out the hammock and camped out around the halfway mark along the trail. You can set up shop around an old fire pit or make one of your own."

    "CAMPGROUND REVIEW: Located inside the Kisatchie National Forest, Kisatchie District, this campground is great. This section of National Forest is home to over 30 miles of nature trails."

    2. Kisatchie Bayou NF Campground - Temporarily Closed

    7 Reviews
    Gorum, LA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (318) 473-7160

    $2 / night

    "Camp next to this beautiful sounding creek, there is a beach to lay out on while the kids play in the water or you can hit the Caroline dorman trail on foot or horseback. Excellent site."

    "Fee: $2.00 day use $2.00 per vehicle  17 primitive walk in tent sites with the sites running along side the beautiful Kisatchie Bayou. There is one drive in that is located in the parking lot. "

    3. Coyote Camp

    8 Reviews
    Cloutierville, LA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (318) 472-1840

    "Direct access to the overlook and the sandstone trail."

    "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."

    4. Oak Camp Complex

    4 Reviews
    Cloutierville, LA
    12 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."

    5. Valentine Lake Northshore Campground

    9 Reviews
    Gardner, LA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (318) 793-9427

    $10 / night

    "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."

    "Fee: $10.00 cash or check  Sites: 15   6 located right along the lake 

    No electric 

    FCFS 

    Camp host, pit toilet, trash, potable water, picnic table, lantern pole, fire ring Tent campers, small RV's"

    6. Lotus Camp

    4 Reviews
    Gorum, LA
    13 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 highwaySolar There are some nice flat new sites that have been installed and it looks like more new ones are coming."

    7. Cotile Recreation Area

    4 Reviews
    Gardner, LA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (318) 793-8995

    $9 - $30 / night

    8. Corral Camp

    3 Reviews
    Cloutierville, LA
    12 miles
    Website

    $10 / night

    "We arrived during hunting season and it was a little busy but the hunters were very friendly if you don't mind a lot of people running around with rifles, etc. "

    9. Forest Road 380 Kisatchi National Forest

    2 Reviews
    Gorum, LA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (318) 472-1840

    "Lots of trash behind some of the sites. Can definitely tell it’s a party spot. Or at least it used to be. All in all, this place is so secluded that no one drives out here and it’s 100% 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."

    10. Hidden Treasure RV Resort

    3 Reviews
    Gardner, LA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (318) 290-3333

    $50 / night

    "This campground is located on the Cotile lake in Boyce, Louisiana. And it's only about 8 or 10 minutes from I-49, but well worth the time. There is a small boat launch/fishing area."

    "Privately owned Campground in the heart of Louisiana. Slightly hilly with beautiful mature trees, some which have several bird feeders attached!"

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Recent Reviews near Mora, LA

238 Reviews of 113 Mora Campgrounds


  • H
    Oct. 14, 2025

    Loran Site Complex

    Very Quiet (out of season)

    A fairly large campground with no striking qualities, other than a remote feeling. As noted in another review, the sites are in old tall pines (typical of tje Kisatchie NF) and mostly large and well spaced. However the whole place has an abandoned feel (aside from the deer which seemed surprised to see me)... Rotting infrastructure (roads, grates, toilet buildings). As a lone female camper on a weeknight in September, I did not feel comfortable here, nor was it appealing, so I moved up the road to Lake Valentine north shore, which had a host.

  • janet S.
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Bundick Lake Retreat and RV Park

    Very Well Maintained - Amenity Rich

    Lots of stuff to do.

    Had a Church retreat here, was great.

    Places for RVs to park and hookup as well as cabins / motel rooms and a bunk house and big rec room and commercial kitchen.

  • janet S.
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Bundick Lake Retreat and RV Park

    Great for Church Retreat!

    We had a church retreat here and it was fantastic. 

    Really enjoyed it. 

    Places for RV's to hook up and has cabins/motel rooms available and bunk house as well.

  • rspillers84
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Bundick Lake Retreat and RV Park

    Perfect for Church Camp or Family Reunion

    Very relaxing.

    The pool was clean when we visited, and was nice and refreshing. 

    Everything worked, looks like they just redid the putt putt area.

  • Shantel V.
    Sep. 23, 2025

    Saline Lake Campground

    Very peaceful campground and close to Saline Lake

    Very nice people and a very well-kept campground. Great fishing in the lake and peace and quiet at the campground.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 20, 2025

    Natchitoches Pecan Orchard RV Park

    Nice Quiet Night

    This RV Park is neat and clean. Each row of sites is named after a variety of Pecans. There is a pool and a pond. We enjoyed our stay.

  • steve L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 9, 2025

    Saddle Bayou Camp Complex

    Nice little place,20ft rv travel trailer

    Nice toilet,his and hers. Only one spot for that .

  • David B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 8, 2025

    Grand Bayou Resort

    Friendly and Quiet

    I stayed at site 29 and the site was clean and level enough for my small camper. I went to plug in the power and the box was very old and no 30 amp plug. It only had a 50 amp and 110v plug. I have a 50 amp to 30 amp adapter but for some reason it was not in my box. I did have a 30 amp to 110v adapter so I had to go that route. There is a nice laundry, men and women’s bathroom with showers. On the men’s side of the 4 toilets 2 were out of service. The showers the water trickles out with little pressure but there was hot water. The showers along the walls need cleaning as there was mildew and maybe mold. The rest of the park was clean. The beach area and peers were very nice. There was dozens of people that are clearly living out here in the campground. Lots of them are really junked up. I paid $32 per night. You can tell this campground is minimally maintained given the broken toilets and unclean showers. The folks I met out here were super nice and very friendly. Fishing is really good and the swimming beach seemed very nice. They do have locked gates with security that makes rounds.

  • Kevin H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 29, 2025

    Fort Polk MWR South Toledo Bend

    Nice get away from base

    This is a private campground for military, veterans, and their families. They have cabins, yurts, and tent sites. We stayed in a yurt and it was very comfortable. Nice clean beach and plenty of boat rentals. Fishing is good too.


Guide to Mora

Dispersed camping opportunities near Mora, Louisiana range from primitive sites to semi-developed campgrounds across the Kisatchie National Forest's 604,000 acres. The region features pine-dominated forests with sandstone outcroppings at elevations between 80-300 feet. Most campsites remain accessible year-round with temperatures averaging 50°F in winter and 90°F in summer, though humidity levels regularly exceed 80% during warmer months.

What to do

Creek exploration: Kisatchie Bayou Complex offers unique water features for wading and photography. The clear running streams create natural swimming areas during warmer months. As one visitor noted, "Wonderful camping, nice campsites, very well taken care of. Lived the days here."

Trail hiking: Coyote Camp provides access to extensive trail systems suitable for day hikes ranging from 2-10 miles. The trails connect various camping areas and feature moderate elevation changes. A camper mentioned, "This was particularly nice as I was the only person at the site when I visited. It is free for camping use, though there is a fee for things like ATV's."

Wildlife observation: Dawn and dusk offer prime viewing opportunities throughout the forest, with deer, bobcat, and various bird species commonly spotted. Spring migration (March-May) brings additional songbird species. One visitor to Forest Road 380 noted, "There is plenty to explore so plan on visiting here for more than just a night."

What campers like

Natural springs: Several campsites feature access to fresh water sources. At Forest Road 380, "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."

Secluded sites: Oak Camp Complex offers camping areas set back from main roads, providing privacy from other campers. As one visitor described, "Beautiful pine and hardwoods with a lot of fairly flat area. Beautiful shade and the area can handle small RV's and trailers."

Creek-side camping: Sites along Kisatchie Bayou allow campers to set up within hearing distance of flowing water. "Wonderful camping, nice campsites, very well taken care of," noted one visitor to Kisatchie Bayou Complex.

Minimal light pollution: The forest's remote location creates excellent stargazing conditions on clear nights. Campers recommend sites away from the main roads for best viewing.

What you should know

Road conditions: Many forest roads become difficult or impassable after heavy rain. A camper at Valentine Lake Northshore Campground advised, "Get there early because we saw only 12 sites to occupy."

Seasonal considerations: Summer temperatures routinely exceed 90°F with high humidity from June through September. Winter camping (November-February) requires preparation for overnight lows that can drop below freezing.

Wildlife awareness: Alligators inhabit water bodies throughout the region. One Valentine Lake camper warned, "Watch for the alligators if you're near the water! They are not shy and I do not recommend feeding them unless you want them coming to visit you."

Water availability: Most dispersed sites lack potable water. Forest Road 380 offers "a natural spring that is piped just as you enter FR380. Locals come here to fill water. It's very fresh and refreshing."

Tips for camping with families

Swimming areas: Valentine Lake Northshore Campground features designated swimming areas with gradually sloping shorelines suitable for children. "Great quiet camping. There are no utility hookups (dry camping only)," notes one camper.

Shorter hiking routes: Several 1-2 mile loop trails connect camping areas, offering manageable distances for younger hikers. A visitor to Kisatchie Bayou NF Campground shared, "This campground has plenty of tent spots to choose from. Whether you want to be close by other campers, or farther away, they have a spot for you."

Wildlife education: Morning hours provide best opportunities for birdwatching with children. Bring field guides specific to Louisiana wildlife to help with identification.

Safety considerations: Summer heat requires additional water supplies and shade planning for families with children. Temperatures can remain above 80°F well into evening hours.

Tips from RVers

Site selection: Not all forest roads accommodate larger rigs. Coyote Camp offers more accessible options as one camper noted, "We found at least three sites that could accommodate our 26' class C."

Leveling requirements: Most natural sites require leveling equipment. A visitor to Hidden Treasure RV Resort mentioned, "Site 19 was quite unlevel, but nothing a few leveling blocks couldn't handle."

Generator policies: No restrictions on generator use at most dispersed sites, but forest policy encourages limiting hours to between 8am-8pm as a courtesy to other campers.

Communication preparedness: Cell coverage varies significantly throughout the forest. Forest Road 380 has "ZERO cell service. We might have been able to set our phones down and it get ONE Bar, but as soon as you pick it up it's gone."

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Mora, LA?

According to TheDyrt.com, Mora, LA offers a wide range of camping options, with 113 campgrounds and RV parks near Mora, LA and 7 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Mora, LA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Mora, LA is Kisatchie Bayou Complex with a 4.5-star rating from 11 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Mora, LA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 7 free dispersed camping spots near Mora, LA.