Dogwood Campground

A Pleasant area in an attractive setting, where large pines are interspersed with dogwood and other hardwoods.

The Dogwood Campground is a primitive campground located on Louisiana Highway 117, near FH 59 (Longleaf Scenic Byway). The campground includes restrooms, water, trash receptacles, and has room for trailers and campers.

Visitors to the Dogwood Campground are near the beginning of the Longleaf Trail Scenic Byway. Easy access to the district and spring dogwood blooms make this campground a popular destination for visitors who want to cover the whole district.

From the intersection of I-49 and Highway 6 (Natchitoches), drive west on Hwy 6 for 4 miles. Turn left (south) on Louisiana Hwy 117 and proceed 16 miles to FR 397. which is just before Forest Highway 59, Longleaf Trail Scenic Byway. Turn left on FR 397 and an immediate right into the campground.