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Recreation Opportunities

runner and biker on the wild azalea trail challenge
Whether a mountain bike, street bike, or e-bike, the Kisatchie National Forest has a trail or road for you to explore!
children walking down stone steps
The Kisatchie National Forest has over 320 miles of designated hiking trails to explore.Before heading out to explore one of our many trails, be sure…
Hero photo for Kisatchie National Forest
With over 230 miles of equestrian trails, there are plenty of places for you to explore with your horse. And did you know you may ride a horse…
man with hunted deer
The Kisatchie is located in Louisiana - Sportsman's Paradise! There is plenty of top-notch hunting and fishing on the forest.
Dirt bike rider on trail
With over 175 miles located in four designated off-highway vehicle trails, the Kisatchie National Forest has fun trails for all ages to enjoy!
picnickers enjoying a meal
There are many day-use areas (areas used only during daylight hours: sun-up to sundown) with lovely settings to have a picnic.
deer standing in the middle of forest road
Kisatchie has one scenic byway located on the Kisatchie Ranger District in Natchitoches Parish - the Longleaf Trail Scenic Byway. This route is one…
duck hunters in boats on corney lake
Lakes, ponds, and even bayous provide great areas to cool off during the summer.