This paved pathway follows the Pontchartrain Lakefront in Mandeville and is a popular jogging/walking trail. The paved trail offers excellent views of the water as well as quaint residential development along the way. The paved pathway is wide and flat, and has lots of good access areas and resting spots.

This jogging path follows the Arthur Ray Teague Parkway along the banks of the Red River just south of Bossier City. The trail is paved and fairly level with multiple access points making it a good choice for all skill levels. There is a park at the halfway point with a monument, benches, and restrooms that makes a good resting spot.

The loop hike through Indian Creek Recreation Area is a very scenic route that explores an area of lush vegetation with thick forest and marshland terrain. Hikers will enjoy lots of solitude and opportunity for wildlife viewing as well as nice water views of Indian Creek Reservoir. The recreation area is popular for camping and recreation, especially during the summer so hiking the trail during the other seasons provides the best experience.

Lake Martin is one of the most scenic lakes in all of Louisiana, providing lots of diverse terrain that is home to diverse wildlife and vegetation. The northern part of the lake is located in the Cypress Island Nature Preserve and especially good for birdwatching. The trail around the lake is not official but connecting trails and dirt roads make for an easy circumnavigation around the entire lake. Lake Martin is also popular for paddling and cypress swamp tours.

The Wild Azalea National Recreation Trail is the longest trails in all of Louisiana and is a popular destination for backpackers, hikers, and mountain bikers looking to cover some longer distances. The trail is very scenic as it travels through diverse terrain in the Kisatchie National Forest. The trail has multiple trailheads and access points providing hikers of all skill levels lots of different trip options. This section covers the segment of trail between Valentine trailhead and Messina Road. The hike can be done as a longer out-and-back trip or a shorter one-way trip by shuttling vehicles.

The Wild Azalea National Recreation Trail is the longest trails in all of Louisiana and is a popular destination for backpackers, hikers, and mountain bikers looking to cover some longer distances. The trail is very scenic as it travels through diverse terrain in the Kisatchie National Forest. The trail has multiple trailheads and access points providing hikers of all skill levels lots of different trip options. This section covers the segment of trail between Messina Road and Forest Service Road 273. The hike can be done as a longer out-and-back trip or a shorter one-way trip by shuttling vehicles.

This scenic recreational pathway is the first in Louisiana to be part of the National Rail-Trail Network and is a popular destination for bikers looking for high mileage and good scenery. The paved corridor passes through lots of undeveloped forested terrain and green space as well as multiple historic communities. The trail has lots of convenient access spots and parking areas giving visitors the option of customizing trips of varying distances. The trail is very flat and very well-maintained so riders of all skill levels will enjoy visiting the trail.

Lincoln Parish Park is located in the northern outskirts of Ruston and provides visitors a wide variety of recreational opportunities, including biking and hiking on its miles of scenic trails. This ride follows the beginner mountain biking trail which is a great option for less-experienced or younger riders who want to explore the area. There are also sections of advanced trail along this route so be sure to pay attention and stay on the correct trails if you are a beginner rider. The park also offers camping, picnicing, boating, fishing, and a swimming beach.

Located in the Kisatchie Wilderness Area, the Backbone Trail is one of the most popular and scenic hikes in all of Louisiana. The trail leads through heavily forested terrain with high ridges that provide excellent views. The hike can be done as a point-to-point hike by shuttling vehicles between the two trailheads. If shuttling cars is not an option, walking 2.5 miles on the dirt road that connects the two trailheads provides the option of a 10-mile loop.

The Wild Azalea National Recreation Trail is the longest trails in all of Louisiana and is a popular destination for backpackers, hikers, and mountain bikers looking to cover some longer distances. The trail is very scenic as it travels through diverse terrain in the Kisatchie National Forest. The trail has multiple trailheads and access points providing hikers of all skill levels lots of different trip options. This section covers the segment of trail between Forest Service Road 273 and the trailhead off Forest Service Road 287 just northwest of the community of Woodworth. The hike can be done as a longer out-and-back trip or a shorter one-way trip by shuttling vehicles.