Louisiana Trails
Louisiana's Kisatchie Hills Wilderness stretches over 8,700 acres.
Louisiana, located in the southern U.S., ranges in terrain from rolling hills to the east of the Mississippi River to salt marshes and beaches along the coast.
The editors at Backpacker have created an extensive collection of popular trails and trips for hiking and backpacking Louisiana.
Weekends: Kisatchie Hills, Louisiana
Explore wild Louisiana on this Ozark-like overnight tour.
Canoeing Your Way Through Cajun Country
Pack your paddle for a watery tour through the wild heart of cajun country
New Orleans: Boy Scout Road
This gentle 6.2-mile hike opens up with an orchestra of bird song, then leads to a marshy coastline perfect for viewing sunsets. Bring bug repellent.
BACKPACKER Trail Scouts' Top Eastern Local Hikes
Check out the River Trail in South Carolina, the Florida Trail, or a loop in Mississippi and Virginia.
Trip Finder: Southeast
Your favorite Southeast trips—from dayhikes to weekenders to multiday trips.
The Trip: Swamp-Whacking
Pioneer a brand-new trail in Louisiana's Atchafalaya swamp, where the gators are friendly. Really.
High Points: Driskill Mountain, Louisiana
The mile-long walk invites contemplation like few other high point approaches.
Best Backpacking In Louisiana
Our comprehensive guide to the best backpacking you can find in Louisiana.
Louisiana's Kisatchie Hills Wilderness
There's more to the Louisiana's deep South than swamps and Cajun food.