Roll The Windows Down And Take A Drive Down The Longleaf Pine Scenic Byway In Louisiana
Louisiana is well known for its flat, swampy wetlands, but if you want to see a completely different side of Louisiana, head to the central portion of the state. The Kisatchie National Forest is Louisiana’s only National Forest, and it’s a beauty. The 600,000-acre forest sprawls across multiple parishes and boasts hundreds of primitive trails that would take a lifetime to traverse. One of the best introductions to this hidden gem is to take the Longleaf Trail Scenic Byway, a short, sweet, and scenic byway in Louisiana that’ll give you a taste of the Kisatchie.
The byway runs along Forest Road 59 between Gorum and Bellwood, Louisiana.
Here are some of our favorite hiking trails in the Kisatchie National Forest to get you started.
Pictured above is the Longleaf Vista Recreation Area. Here you’ll find restrooms, trash receptacles, and seating areas that are great for a picnic.
There's also a short and sweet 1.5-mile loop trail that's easy enough for most visitors, but there are some stairs involved.
You don't see those treetop views very often!
Primitive camping is allowed on many of the hiking trails and recreation areas, just check the Forest Service website for rules and regulations.
Gas up the car, throw on your favorite playlist, and hit the road!
Ready for more scenic roads? Check out some of our favorite scenic highways and byways in Louisiana.
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Address: Longleaf Trail Scenic Byway, 145 Par Rd 830, Derry, LA 71416, USA
