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Best Dispersed Camping near Rhinehart, LA

9 Reviews

Kisatchie National Forest offers several dispersed camping options near Rhinehart, Louisiana. Highway 472 Camp, a designated hunter camp in the Catahoula National Wildlife Management Preserve, provides primitive camping in a predominantly pine setting. The camp is split by Highway 472 with vault toilets on both sides. The grounds feature several cleared spots with existing fire rings and some areas suitable for RVs, though portions may be overgrown. According to one visitor, it's "great for a quick sleep" with "nicely wooded" areas despite being close to the road.

Valentine Lake Wild Azalea Trail offers another primitive camping option with designated clearings along an 18-mile trail. Campsites must be situated at least 30 feet from the trail centerline. The path features "plenty of ups and downs and some rough terrain" with running streams for water filtering. The Evangeline Camp Complex provides more amenities including drinking water, electric hookups, showers, toilets, and sewer hookups while still offering free camping. Reviews describe it as "very clean and kept up very well" with "nicely shaded" areas.

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Best Dispersed Sites Near Rhinehart, Louisiana (4)

    1. Highway 472 Camp

    3 Reviews
    Winnfield, LA
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (318) 793-9427

    "Vault toilets, too. 2 bars Verizon service, enough to send/recieve & use internet/gps. Close to the road but nicely wooded."

    2. Valentine Lake Wild Azalea Trail

    4 Reviews
    Gardner, LA
    49 miles
    Website

    "I hiked about 7.5 miles in from the Valentine Lake trailhead to a large clearing by the bridge with a nice cool stream. There are other clearings nearby which would be great for a small group camp."

    "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."

    3. Evangeline Camp Complex

    2 Reviews
    Gardner, LA
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (318) 473-7160

    "Great trail. Very well marked and maintained. Some wet areas but not bad. Awesome primitive camping sites along trail."

    "Very clean and and kept up very well nicely shaded"

    4. Hunter's Camp on Highway 472

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    Winnfield, LA
    31 miles
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Dispersed Camping Reviews near Rhinehart, LA

9 Reviews of 4 Rhinehart Campgrounds

  • Paula W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 1, 2018

    Highway 472 Camp

    Split down the middle

    This campground is aptly named because it is split in half by a major hwy. Yes, hwy 472. There are vault toilets on both sides. It is dispersed free camping in the Kisatchie National Forest, Catahoula district, Catahoula national wildlife management preserve. The grounds are overgrown in places but there are a few cleared out spots with obvious old campfires. There were even places that looked like you could back in an RV. We will be back to this spot during the fall to see the leaves change colors. It feels secluded even if it is on the hwy.

    This campground is a designated Hunter camp so if you plan to stay here call the rangers or know your seasons (deer, turkey, etc.).

    According to the fs.usda.gov website, "The Highway 472 Camp is a designated Hunter Camp inside the Catahoula National Wildlife Management Preserve. The Hwy 472 Camp allows primitive camping in a predominantly pine setting."

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 19, 2021

    Valentine Lake Wild Azalea Trail

    Wild

    Open all year 

    Primitive 

    The Wild Azalea Trail is south west of Alexandria, Louisiana on the edge of the Valentine Lake Recreation Area. There is a trail head with parking on the grass, nicely mowed but if it has rained it could be muddy. Primitive camping is permitted adjacent to the trail but campsites must be at least 30 feet from the trail center line.

     Pack it in, Pack it out 

    LNT 

    BTYFI 

    NO FIRES 

    Travel safe

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 7, 2020

    Evangeline Camp Complex

    Great

    Great trail. Very well marked and maintained. Some wet areas but not bad. Awesome primitive camping sites along trail.

  • Sean S.
    May. 15, 2022

    Valentine Lake Wild Azalea Trail

    Great primitive camping!

    I hiked about 7.5 miles in from the Valentine Lake trailhead to a large clearing by the bridge with a nice cool stream. There are other clearings nearby which would be great for a small group camp. The trail itself is great and pretty well maintained. Be prepared for plenty of ups and downs and some rough terrain. There are adequate running streams to get water for filtering. From camp I went another 1.5 miles to the Evangeline primitive area parking lot (where there is a pit toilet), some beautiful views along that stretch. I would definitely do it again, but with a lighter pack and not in 90 degree weather!

  • Twan M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 13, 2024

    Highway 472 Camp

    Great Overnight

    Great little option as an overnight spot. Not much to it, just a few obvious clearings along the small gravel/mud loop on either side of the road, a few more if you’re imaginative. Vault toilets, too. 2 bars Verizon service, enough to send/recieve & use internet/gps. Close to the road but nicely wooded.

  • S
    Feb. 28, 2022

    Evangeline Camp Complex

    Indian creek

    Very clean and and kept up very well nicely shaded

  • Chantelle M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 9, 2023

    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..

  • vThe Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 22, 2023

    Highway 472 Camp

    Quick stop to rest

    So we went on the right side of the split camp coming in from the NW. The bathrooms haven’t been maintenanced or cleaned up in the actually area. We just set up our outdoor toilet because there wasn’t a soul here. But this is nice for a quick sleep , we are driving to FL from Colorado to bring our cross country trip to an end so we needed some sleep around 1am.

Guide to Rhinehart

Discover the beauty of dispersed camping near Rhinehart, Louisiana, where nature enthusiasts can enjoy a variety of outdoor experiences in serene settings. With options for both primitive and more developed sites, there's something for everyone looking to escape into the wilderness.

Scenic Spots for Dispersed Campers

  • The Highway 472 Camp offers a wooded atmosphere with clearings perfect for setting up camp, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a peaceful retreat.

Outdoor Activities While Free Camping Near Rhinehart

  • At the Valentine Lake Wild Azalea Trail, visitors can explore nearly 18 miles of hiking trails, providing ample opportunities for adventure and stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

Ideal Locations for Nature Lovers

  • The Evangeline Camp Complex features well-maintained sites with access to drinking water and electric hookups, making it a convenient option for those who appreciate a blend of comfort and nature.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near Rhinehart, LA is Highway 472 Camp with a 3.3-star rating from 3 reviews.

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