Rapides County, Louisiana
17 hiking trails · 10parks & campgrounds · 4 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data.
About Hiking in Rapides County, Louisiana
Rapides County is home to 17 mapped hiking trails and 10 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 4 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Rapides County
Up to 27 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Rapides County
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Sample Parks in Rapides County
Sample Trails in Rapides County
Hiking guides for Louisiana
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Rapides County.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Louisiana, Ranked
Louisiana's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Holly MandarichLouisiana's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Louisiana trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Louisiana
Ten gentle, well-marked Louisiana trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Louisiana
Louisiana's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Louisiana
Federal parks and recreation areas in Louisiana ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in Louisiana: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Louisiana's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.