Outdoors
Vernon Parish, Louisiana’s Legend Country, definitely has legendary outdoor experiences. From Kisatchie National Forest nature to water sports to geocaching, you will find enough adventures and beautiful scenery to suit the most ardent outdoorsman. Check out shooting ranges and other recreational sporting activities along with swimming and golfing opportunities.
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Anacoco
Fishing Bridge
Fishing, Birding, Picnicking - Old bridge left when the new bridge was built. Boating and canoeing.
Hwy. 171
Anacoco LA 71403
Hadden’s Ferry Public River Access
Birding, Canoeing, Free Kayak/Canoe Launch, Fishing Primitive - May require walking
Holcomb Rd.
Anacoco LA 71403
South Toledo Bend State Park Riding Trails
Approx. 92 miles of OHV trails thru 540 acres. The trail spine stretches from near the park's entrance on Hwy. 191 through the woods to Hwy. 392. Nine separate trails, offering varying degrees of challenging topography, branch off the spine, and then loop around to connect again. All of the…
120 Bald Eagle Rd.
Anacoco LA 71403
337-286-9075/888-398-4770
Anacoco,LA 71403
Tack-A-Paw Expeditions
Birding, Canoe Rental, Tubing, Fishing Primitive Camping
2340 Toro Rd.
Anacoco,LA 71403
337-286-9337
Burr's Ferry
Burr Ferry Civil War Breastworks
Covered Pavilion, Picnic Tables, Grills, Civil War Historical Site. Originally erected during the Civil War to protect Texas from invasion.
Hwy 8
Burr's Ferry LA
Florien
Pirates Cove Marina
Birding, Boat Launch, Fishing Pier, Live Bait, Lunker Program Weigh-Station, Swimming, Restaurant, Store 40 RV Sites Full Hook-ups 30 & 50 Amp Outlets Concrete Pads Amenities: Laundry Pet Friendly Restaurant Fishing/Swimming Pier Boat Launch Cabins Bunk-houses
1567 Caribbean Dr.
Florien LA 71439
318-565-4467
Fort Polk
Fort Johnson Mini Golf and Go Carts
The Fort Johnson Mini Golf course and Go Cart track have recently opened. They are located on 9th St. and are OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
BLDG 1402, 9th & Mississippi Ave.
Fort Polk LA 71459
337-531-5481 or 337-531-5468
Fort Johnson Recreational Shooting Range and Paintball
The Range accommodates many shooting styles and skill levels. Whether skeet or trap, paintball, archery, or pistol, the Fort Johnson Shooting Complex covers it all. Open to the public although users must follow strict guidelines when bringing weapons on post. Also available for group events. Archery-Shooting-Paintball
4111 California Ave.
Fort Polk LA 71459
337-531-7552
Warrior Hills Golf Course
Fort Johnson's Warrior Hills Golf Course features an 18 Hole Championship Design, with a driving range and fully stocked Pro Shop.
BLDG 323, 1321 Corps Rd.
Fort Polk LA 71459
337-531-4661
Fullerton
Fullerton Town & Mill Site – Gulf Lumber Company
The arrival of the railroads in west central Louisiana heralded the first major population boom in Vernon Parish. Trains made travel and transportation of goods easier. Lumber barons around the country seized the opportunity and began buying up the land and cutting the virgin pines. Fullerton, Louisiana was the company…
Hwy. 10
Fullerton LA 70642
318-793-9427
Hornbeck
Hornbeck Sports Park
The Hornbeck Sports Park, maintained by the Hornbeck Optimist Club, is located on Hwy. 392 East and has a half-mile path that circles the ball parks and a playground for children.
Hwy. 392
Hornbeck LA 71439
Pleasure Point Park – SRA Hornbeck
Birding, Boat Launch, Fishing Pier, Swimming, Restrooms with Showers 126 RV Sites 30 & 50 Amp Outlets No Water Hook-ups No Sewer Hook-ups Dump Station Concrete Pads Amenities: Washateria Boat Launch Two Piers
1190 Pleasure Point Rd.
Hornbeck LA 71439
318-565-4810
Lake Charles
Leesville
Circle KRJ Ranch
(Off Hwy. 10 - 1/2 mile from Fort Polk's South Gate). Circle KRJ Ranch offers horse boarding, riding lessons and group trail rides -- small groups of at least two can do a mini trail ride around the property, while larger groups can opt for a longer ride through the…
288 Lonnie Jeane Loop
Leesville LA 71446
337- 537-3373
Dogwood Park
Dogwood Park is located on Belview Rd. near Leesville High School; it is lighted and has chain climbers and benches.
Belview Rd.
Leesville LA 71446
Hickory Ridge Recreational Park
Primitive, 3 RV Sites, Water Hook-ups, 20 & 30 Amp Outlets, No Sewer Hook-ups, Concrete Pads Amenities: Enclosed Pavilion, Shower House, Restrooms, Fish-cleaning Station, Public Boat Ramp, Picnic Tables with Charcoal Grills, Dock Area
Hickory Ridge Rd.
Leesville LA 71446
337-238-0324
Jubilee Park
Jubilee Park is located on Nona St., across from Vernon Middle School. Shaded picnic tables are scattered throughout.
Nona St.
Leesville LA 71446
Kisatchie National Forest – Horseback Trails
Several trails contained within the Vernon Unit of the Kisatchie National Forest are designated as horse riding trails, including Government Pond, Whiskey Chitto, Enduro Multi-Use, Big Branch, and Turkey Pen Trails.
1992 Hwy 10
Leesville LA 71446
337 537-2113