Lotus Campground

State: Louisiana

Address 2: Kisatchie National Forest

Open all Year: Yes

Elevation: 200

County: Natchitoches

About: Visitors to the Kisatchie Ranger District for the purpose of OHV riding can utilize the Lotus Camp for day-use and camping. The Sandstone Trail has a connecting spur trail that enters the backside of the camp and allows visitors easy access from there vehicle to the trail.

Fees: $3

Water: Yes

Restrooms: Flush Toilets

Restrictions: Daily usage fee: $3, Sandstone Trail use requires an additional $5 per operator fee.

Directions: From the intersection of I-49 and Highway 6 (Natchitoches), drive west on Hwy 6 for 4 miles. Turn left (south) on Louisiana Hwy 117 and proceed 16 miles to Forest Highway 59, Longleaf Trail Scenic Byway. Turn left (east) on FH 59 and go 4.1 miles to the camp, a signed location on the right (south).