Think Louisiana is nothing but low laying swamplands? Think again! Louisiana has some excellent ATV trails just waiting for you to explore! Even after the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, most of the trails are open again for riding.
Bonnet Carre Spillway has developed into a major ATV recreation area. With over a quarter of a million visitors per year, the public is allowed to pursue pretty much any recreational activity that doesn't interfere with the operations and maintenance of the project. Be aware there will be folks doing activities from fishing to dog training and Bonnet Carre has its fair share of motorcycle riders. This ATV area is not for beginning riders for that reason.
Are you an extreme ATVer? Marengo Swamp Trail is not for the beginner or the faint of heart. It has some extremely down and dirty ATV riding on its trails in Louisiana. You will encounter water, a lot of mud, snakes, and sometimes the occasional alligator. This is the home of Suicide Hole, one of the most famous mud holes in the South.
The Calcasieu Ranger District, the Kisatchie Ranger District and the Catahoula Ranger District have Off-Highway Vehicle Trails. The Kisatchie Ranger District's Sandstone Trail is seasonally closed from January 1st through March 30th of each year for renovations and repairs. Louisiana is a wet state, and all trails have the chance of closure due to excessive rain. Check with the District Office before your trip. Louisiana offers some wild riding on their trails that will please even the hardest to please ATV buff!
