The National Red Dirt Wildlife Management Area is located within Kisatchie National Forest. This area is popular for various outdoor activities including camping and hunting. State licenses and regulations apply along with additional management preserve permits that are available through the National Forest Service. Seasonal designated camping areas or "hunting camps" are establish in and around the management preserve during permitted gaming seasons. Be careful to observe gun safety and hunting regulations. Fishing and hunting licenses may be purchased at retail outlets or at the Natchitoches Parish Sheriff's Office.
Public Campsites - For complete camping information contact:
Kisatchie National Forest Call for information: 318-472-1840 Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana U.S. Forest Service: 1-800-830-6467 www.fs.fed.us/r8/kisatchie
Visitors that prefer to park RV's near downtown Natchitoches the following camping areas are available:
Private Campgrounds - Contact: * Dogwood Ridge Camper Park (318) 352-8619 * Nakatosh RV Park (318) 352-0911 * Sibley Lake Mini Mart (318) 352-6708
Bayou Amulet, Photo by John Lees Bayou Amulet originally drained Lake Terre Noire (Sibley Lake) into the Red River (Cane River Lake). more...
Monette's Ferry, Photo by John Lees A Civil War battle, of the Red River Campaign, was fought here in April of 1864. more...
Did You Know?
The lastest movie (April, May 2007) being filmed in our region is "For Sale by Owner". This is a suspense, thriller starring Scott Cooper and Tom Skerritt. The setting for this scene is at Magnolia Plantation. It provided the perfect backdrop for this scarry movie.