Trails, Parks & Picnics

Beautiful trails and parks will beckon you to stay a while in the great outdoors. Lovely, shady spots provide options for picnics and play, and hiking trails including those throughout the Kisatchie National Forest, including Wolf Rock!

Pitkin

Cooter’s Bog in Kisatchie National Forest

The U.S. Forest Service is dedicated to educating the public on the value of native plants. Their website "Celebrating Wildflowers"offers a wealth of information relating to the subject and provides a list of nation-wide viewing areas which includes Cooter's Bog in Vernon Parish. The bog is part of the Kisatchie National…

La Highway 463

Pitkin LA 70656

318-472-1840

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

Simpson

Simpson Church of God

The Simpson Church of God has a walking path known to locals as the Pathway to God. It is open to the public and has meditation areas along the way where walkers can stop and rest. There is a pavilion with playground equipment nearby.

4560 Hwy.8

Simpson LA 71474

337-383-7831