One of the perks of living in a fairly flat state is that our nature and hiking trails are relatively easy. From state parks to nature conservancies, we’ve got some of the best loop trails that are perfect for a weekend adventure. Grab your sneakers (and maybe some bug spray) and get ready to explore this beautiful state.
- Kiroli Park Loop
Kiroli Park/Facebook Located in West Monroe, this beautiful park should go on everyone’s bucket list. All of their trails are less than two miles in length, most of them connect to each other to make a nice little loop through the scenic park. There are multiple playgrounds for the kids, a pond for fishing, a hammock village, and so much more.
Address: 820 Kiroli Road, West Monroe, LA, 71291
- White Tail Trail
Cheri Holbrook/All Trails Named for the abundance of white tail deer in the area, this 2.6-mile loop trail is located within Lake Claiborne State Park. You’ll have some stunning views of the lake on your exploration, and of course, keep your eyes peeled for deer.
Address: 225 State Park Road, Homer, LA, 71040
- Sugar Cane Trail
Stephen Ashcraft/Alltrails If you’ve got some time on your hands, consider heading over to Minden to explore the Sugar Cane Trail. Nestled within the Kisatchie National Forest, this 6.4-mile loop trail circles around Caney Lake, offering beautiful water views.
Address: Forest Service Rd 811, Minden, LA, 71055
- Monkey Trail
Jennifer McNevin/AllTrails This 6.5-mile loop trail located near Keithville is a treat for the eyes and ears. It’s a great trail for biking, hiking, or even horse back riding, and you’ll be able to hear the chimps from the nearby chimpanzee sanctuary, making you feel like you’ve been transported to another world.
Address: Caddo Dr, Keithville, LA, 71047
- Acadiana Park Nature Station
Zack Daigle/AllTrails Right in the heart of Cajun Country lies a delightful little hidden gem perfect for anyone looking to get lost in nature for an afternoon. There are six miles of hiking trails at this nature station and several of them loop together to make for an easy trail you can knock out in less than an hour.
Address: 1205 E Alexander Street, Lafayette, LA, 70501
- Lake Chicot Loop Trail
Johnny Bordelon/AllTrails Located in Chicot State Park, this loop trail completely encircles Lake Chicot and there are several primitive campsites along the way if you wanted to make a weekend adventure out of it. Wildlife enthusiasts will especially love this trail, as you’ll have tons of opportunities to see armadillos, snakes, deer, pigs, and countless birds.
Address: 3469 Chicot Park Road, Ville Platte, LA, 70586
- Gorge Run Trail
Shara Gremillion/AllTrails The Gorge Run Trail is a fun little loop trail that’s just shy of five miles and located in the Bogue Chitto State Park. Kids of all ages will especially love this trail, with all of the rolling hills and water views.
Address: 17049 State Park Blvd, Franklinton, LA, 70438
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Kiroli Park/Facebook
Located in West Monroe, this beautiful park should go on everyone’s bucket list. All of their trails are less than two miles in length, most of them connect to each other to make a nice little loop through the scenic park. There are multiple playgrounds for the kids, a pond for fishing, a hammock village, and so much more.
Address: 820 Kiroli Road, West Monroe, LA, 71291
Cheri Holbrook/All Trails
Named for the abundance of white tail deer in the area, this 2.6-mile loop trail is located within Lake Claiborne State Park. You’ll have some stunning views of the lake on your exploration, and of course, keep your eyes peeled for deer.
Address: 225 State Park Road, Homer, LA, 71040
Stephen Ashcraft/Alltrails
If you’ve got some time on your hands, consider heading over to Minden to explore the Sugar Cane Trail. Nestled within the Kisatchie National Forest, this 6.4-mile loop trail circles around Caney Lake, offering beautiful water views.
Address: Forest Service Rd 811, Minden, LA, 71055
Jennifer McNevin/AllTrails
This 6.5-mile loop trail located near Keithville is a treat for the eyes and ears. It’s a great trail for biking, hiking, or even horse back riding, and you’ll be able to hear the chimps from the nearby chimpanzee sanctuary, making you feel like you’ve been transported to another world.
Address: Caddo Dr, Keithville, LA, 71047
Zack Daigle/AllTrails
Right in the heart of Cajun Country lies a delightful little hidden gem perfect for anyone looking to get lost in nature for an afternoon. There are six miles of hiking trails at this nature station and several of them loop together to make for an easy trail you can knock out in less than an hour.
Address: 1205 E Alexander Street, Lafayette, LA, 70501
Johnny Bordelon/AllTrails
Located in Chicot State Park, this loop trail completely encircles Lake Chicot and there are several primitive campsites along the way if you wanted to make a weekend adventure out of it. Wildlife enthusiasts will especially love this trail, as you’ll have tons of opportunities to see armadillos, snakes, deer, pigs, and countless birds.
Address: 3469 Chicot Park Road, Ville Platte, LA, 70586
Shara Gremillion/AllTrails
The Gorge Run Trail is a fun little loop trail that’s just shy of five miles and located in the Bogue Chitto State Park. Kids of all ages will especially love this trail, with all of the rolling hills and water views.
Address: 17049 State Park Blvd, Franklinton, LA, 70438
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