Best Dispersed Camping near Ruston, LA

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Recent Dispersed Reviews in Ruston

7 Reviews of 2 Ruston Campgrounds


  • sThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sugar Creek Hunt Camp Dispersed
    Nov. 25, 2024

    Sugar Creek Hunt Camp Dispersed

    Cute

    Super cute little spot. It had plenty of space/sites for big rigs, cars, tents, and hammocks. Established bathrooms and trash receptacles. Absolutely 0 service for AT&T or Verizon. The road down there is full of huge potholes, be aware! Especially at night lol.

  • Lea B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Russell Sage Wildlife Management Area
    Mar. 7, 2024

    Russell Sage Wildlife Management Area

    Dispersed and quiet

    I ended up in the hunting-open dispersed area. There is plenty of space to fit quite a few campers there, but the ground was soft. There were no gravel parking areas, etc. I read the reviews about bears and put my ring doorbell out in hopes of a glimpse, but no such luck.

    We could hear local cows and dogs but nothing so loud as to disrupt our sleep.

  • Mic F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sugar Creek Hunt Camp Dispersed
    Apr. 12, 2022

    Sugar Creek Hunt Camp Dispersed

    Peaceful

    We found this spot after seeing that North shore wasn't maintained and south shore was too crowded. It's just a pull off area at the end of a two mile gravel road. It is a hunt camp so you might have a truck or two drive by but other than that we were the only ones out here so it was real quiet and there's at least three "spots" where a big rig like ours (35ft) can fit just fine. There are vault toilets and secure trash cans which were nice to have. Decent enough service.

  • Harrison M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Russell Sage Wildlife Management Area
    Dec. 15, 2020

    Russell Sage Wildlife Management Area

    It’s a good one

    For quick free road side camping this is the spot! Easy parking, Zero cops, had a campfire, cooked food, slept in my hammock right between the wildlife sign. No complaints would stay again!

  • UnnamedAdventures  The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Russell Sage Wildlife Management Area
    Dec. 11, 2019

    Russell Sage Wildlife Management Area

    Worst WMA Land Ever Visited

    This WMA land is the worst that I have ever stayed at. If you stay here and don’t need to leave your vehicle your probably safe. We ended up staying here on our drive from Texas to Alabama and thought it was a great spot on the map to stop as its close to the highway(Historic Highway 80). The location was great due to the proximity to the highway and there was very minimal road noise. Since we got their late at night we were unable to really get a full lay of the land. We pulled in and used the turnaround and setup camp. After an incident that night with our dog rolling in human feces we knew we wouldn’t like the site of the camp in the morning. After we cleaned him(thank goodness we had lots of water and dog shampoo) we went to bed only to hear barking of stray dogs. The next morning we kept our dogs on a tight leash and were in disarray with the amount of garbage and trash around the camping area. Overall don’t stay here unless you absolutely have to. The road in is Gravel and.05 miles from a paved road. Russell Sage WMA is open Year round. There are 1-5 campsites at this location and the maximum RV length is 25 feet. You may stay 14 days at Russell Sage WMA.

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Guide to Ruston

Discover the beauty of dispersed camping near Ruston, Louisiana, where nature lovers can find serene spots away from the crowds. With a variety of locations offering unique experiences, you'll enjoy the tranquility and freedom that comes with camping in the great outdoors.

Dispersed campers should check out Sugar Creek Hunt Camp Dispersed

  • This spot is a hidden gem at the end of a gravel road, providing a peaceful retreat with minimal traffic and noise. Check it out at Sugar Creek Hunt Camp Dispersed.

Tips for free and dispersed camping near Ruston, Louisiana

  • Be prepared for a rustic experience, as amenities are limited; for instance, Russell Sage Wildlife Management Area has no drinking water or electric hookups, making it essential to bring your own supplies.

Wildlife encounters for dispersed campers

  • If you're hoping to catch a glimpse of local wildlife, the Russell Sage Wildlife Management Area offers a unique opportunity, though be mindful of the natural surroundings and keep your pets leashed.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular dispersed campsite near Ruston, LA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near Ruston, LA is Sugar Creek Hunt Camp Dispersed with a 5-star rating from 2 reviews.