Rapides County, Louisiana
17 hiking & walking trails · 10parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 4 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
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
Curated Guides for Rapides County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Rapides County, Louisiana?
Yes — we have 17 mapped hiking and walking trails in Rapides County, Louisiana, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Rapides County, Louisiana for families?
Little Creek Trail near Ball is one of the best family picks in Rapides County, Louisiana — easy difficulty, short enough for kids and first-timers. See the full family hiking guide below for more options.
Is there a trail map for Rapides County, Louisiana?
Each of the 17 trails in Rapides County, Louisiana has its own page with an interactive map, GPS coordinates, and a link to view it on OpenStreetMap — no app or account needed.
What parks and recreation areas are in Rapides County, Louisiana?
Rapides County, Louisiana has 10 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index. Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Rapides County, Louisiana?
Yes — 3 of Rapides County, Louisiana's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is Kincaid Lake Campground with 41 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Rapides County, Louisiana?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Louisiana for more options beyond Rapides County, Louisiana.
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.