Loran Camp
The campground is open 24 hours daily and operates year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No advance reservations accepted. Trail conditions may change with rainfall; call the OHV Hotline at 318-473-7069 for current trail status.
Flood Watch issued May 22 at 10:30PM CDT until May 25 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of Louisiana, including the following parishes, Allen, Avoyelles, Beauregard, East Cameron, Evangeline, Lafayette, Lower Iberia, Lower St. Martin, Lower St. Mary, Lower Vermilion, Northern Acadia, Northern Calcasieu, Northern Jefferson Davis, Rapides, Southern Acadia, Southern Calcasieu, Southern Jefferson Davis, St. Landry, Upper Iberia, Upper St. Martin, Upper St. Mary, Upper Vermilion, Vernon and West Cameron and southeast Texas, including the following areas, Hardin, Lower Jefferson, Northern Jasper, Northern Newton, Northern Orange, Southern Jasper, Southern Newton, Southern Orange, Tyler and Upper Jefferson. * WHEN...Through Monday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - A series of weak disturbances will lift over a very warm and moist airmass settled over the region from tonight through the Holiday Weekend. Rainfall with these waves is expected to be heavy at times and with little storm motion and or backbuilding, flash flooding concerns will be present from now through the start of the work week. Over the next several days, anticipate 4 to 6 inches of rainfall widespread with isolated amounts up to 10 to 15 inches. - Http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Loran Camp, also known as Loran/Claiborne Trailhead Camp, is a primitive camping area in Kisatchie National Forest's Calcasieu Ranger District, purpose-built for ATV and motorcycle users. The campground sits adjacent to the day-use parking area and provides direct access to the Claiborne Multiple-Use Trail system, which offers more than 70 miles of designated trails for motorized recreation, hiking, and mountain biking. Camping here is intentionally rustic. Vault restrooms and trash receptacles are provided, but there is no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. Sites are non-electric with no hookups available. Payment is $10 per night for single sites, with Interagency Senior/Access pass holders receiving a 50% discount. Trail use fees are $5 per operator per day. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis only with no advance reservations. Campers must physically arrive to claim and pay for a site. On-site payment may be available via QR code through the Recreation.gov mobile app. Trail status can change with rainfall conditions; the OHV Hotline at 318-473-7069 provides 24/7 updates. Horses are not permitted at this location.
Directions
From Alexandria, take US Hwy 165 South through Woodworth for 14 miles to LA Hwy 112. Turn right (west) on LA Hwy 112 and travel 2.6 miles to FS Road 258. Turn right (north) and travel 1.5 miles to the Loran Trailhead and Campground. From Forest Hill, take US Hwy 165 North for 2.1 miles, turn left (west) on LA Hwy 112 West and travel 2.6 miles, then turn right (north) on FS Road 258 and travel 1.5 miles.
Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (318) 793-9427 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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