Kisatchie National Forest:

This section features the most established nature trails within the Kisatchie and Evangeline Ranger Districts. Spanning just over 90 miles, it includes the Kisatchie Hills, featuring sections of the Sandstone and Caroline Dormon Trails and the epic Backbone Trail, providing you with overlooks of the hills, so unique, that you won't believe you're in the State of Louisiana! Upon leaving the Kisatchie District, a connector exists between the two districts, utilizing paved and nonpaved country roads, before entering the Evangeline District. Once entering, you reach the historic Wild Azalea Trail, one of the most popular hiking trails in Louisiana. Several primitive campsites and crystal clear water sources are available, including designated campsites at Valentine Lake Recreational Area, along with primitive campsites at the Evangeline Camp, which provides vault toilets. This portion of the trail is closely adjacent to the City of Alexandria, and once completing the Wild Azalea Trail, it eventually passes you through the Town of Woodworth, a great stopping point for hot food and a resupply. It concludes with the area featuring the historic Camp Claiborne, one of the largest military training facilities during World War II, which includes the Loran Campground, a great option that provides designated campsites and restrooms.