Gum Springs Recreation Area

Federal campground in Kisatchie National Forest

Location: Winnfield, LA, LA

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 0%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/gum-springs-recreation-area to be notified when sites open up.

Gum Springs offers a quiet, clean camping experience with nature trails, fishing opportunities, and fire rings at each site. Reviewers praise the peaceful setting with minimal road noise and level, well-maintained sites.

Wildlife alert: Bobcat, Pileated Woodpecker, Eastern Bluebird, Carolina Wren, Dark-eyed Junco, Red-bellied Snake, Six-lined Racerunner, Three-toed Box Turtle

Insider tips for Gum Springs Recreation Area: First-come, first-served only — arrive early to secure a site Bring cash for the $10 self-serve fee Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival for QR code payment option in case available One water spigot available on-site

Skip Gum Springs Recreation Area if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available. You require advance reservations — first-come, first-served basis only. You're visiting outside May-October — seasonal operations only.

Best time to visit Gum Springs Recreation Area: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: Cloud Crossing Recreation Area (Saline, LA), Corral Ohv Camp (Cloutierville, LA), Stuart Lake (Bentley, LA), Cane (Provencal, LA).