Birding

There are ample opportunities for birding throughout Vernon Parish, Louisiana's Legend Country. Kisatchie National Forest beckons, and water birds are abundant at our many lake and bayou habitats. Birding tours can also be set up with local operators - check the location listings and bring along your binoculars! Make sure to also download our birding guide to help plan your adventure!

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

Anacoco,LA 71403

Tack-A-Paw Expeditions

Birding, Canoe Rental, Tubing, Fishing Primitive Camping

2340 Toro Rd.

Anacoco,LA 71403

337-286-9337

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

Hornbeck

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

LA Department of Wildlife & Fisheries

1213 North Lakeshore Dr.

Lake Charles LA 70601

337-491-2575

Leesville

Methodist Landing Campground

RV & Primitive Camping, Boating, Fishing, Birding, Hiking Primitive, 13 RV Pads, Water Hook-ups, 20 Amp Outlets, No Sewer Hook-ups Amenities: Pavilion, Shower, Restrooms, Gated Facility, Fish-cleaning Station, Running Water, Boat Ramp, Dock, Fishing Area, Swimming Area, Covered Picnic Areas with Tables & Charcoal Grills.

Methodist Landing Extension Rd.

Leesville LA 71446

337-238-0324

Sandy Creek Boat Launch

Birding, Free Boat Launch, Dock, Fishing, Picnics Primitive Camping

Hwy 8 - West of Leesville

Leesville LA 71446

Vernon Lake Spillway Park

Birding, Dock, Free Boat Launch, Fishing, Picnics, Swimming

Spillway Rd.

Leesville LA 71446

Wolf Rock – Kisatchie National Forest – Vernon Unit

Wolf Rock is located in the Vernon Unit of the Calcasieu Ranger District of the Kisatchie National Forest. Archaeological evidence shows that primitive peoples once used the cave as a habitation. Access to the area is very primitive, so visitors should dress appropriately for walking in the forest. For more…

Forest Service Road 403

Leesville LA 71446

337 537-2113

Pitkin

Allen Acres Native Ventures

Dr. Charles Allen, author of several books devoted to native Louisiana flora, and his wife Susan, have spent years developing the gardens to attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Other gardens focus on various curiosities, such as night-blooming flowers, bird watching, and "yard art". Trails lead into the forest where trees are…

5070 Hwy. 399

Pitkin LA 70656

337-328-2252

Enduro Multi-Use Trail

The Enduro Multi-Use Trail is the only trail in the Vernon Unit of the Kisatchie National Forest that has been approved for Off-Highway Vehicles (OHVs). It has been designated as a Day-Use area and costs $5.00 per operator, which can be paid at a self-service fee station.  ATVs, Horses, Birding, Hiking, Camping.…

Junction of Forest Road 440 & 442

Pitkin LA 70656

318-793-9427 or 800-225-9733