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Bankston Camp

The Bankston Camp is a very primitive camping experience northeast of the town of Williana, Louisiana. This camp is located just outside the borders of the Catahoula National Wildlife Management Preserve.

General Information

No fee required.

Catahoula Ranger District Office

Address: 5325 LA Highway 8 Bentley, LA 71407-9726
Phone: 318-765-3554
Hours: Due to staffing issues, office may be closed. Please call before visiting. (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 31.702001

Longitude: -92.513001

Directions

From Alexandria, take U.S. Highway 165 north for 23 miles. Turn right (northeast) on Louisiana Hwy 472 and go 4 miles. Turn right (east) on Forest Road 145 and go 2 miles. The Bankston Camp is on the right.

Facility and Amenity Information

Accessibility

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Last updated May 5th, 2025