Winnfield, La - Gum Springs Horse Trail

Gum Springs Horse Trail

Enjoy a horseback ride through the forest on two developed, scenic trails. The trailhead is located approximately 8 miles west of Winnfield in Winn Parish. From the trailhead, one can access two developed trails and miles of open forest.

The Blue Loop (blazed with blue diamonds) is approximately 5.6 miles in length. The trail is wide enough to accommodate wagons and crosses over two bridges. Water is available year round at the Bombing Range Pond and elsewhere along the trail, depending on the season. The pond is just over an acre in size and is man-made.

The Yellow Loop (blazed with yellow diamonds) is approximately 18 miles in length. This loop follows the Blue Loop for approximately 2.5 miles. These sections are blazed with both blue and yellow diamonds. This trail is also wide enough to accommodate wagon traffic. The trail passes between the Moss Blake ponds and has water intermittently along the rest of the trail.

Sections of both trails pass through Keiffer Prairie where native grasses and cedar trees are predominate. The remainder crosses piney woods and hardwood bottoms. Ushod animals can travel either trail with little or no problem. Care should be taken at road crossings.

Facilities at the trailhead include the following:

Primitive campsites with tables and fire rings, trash cans, toilets, three corrals, hitching posts, and a pond for watering animals as well as drinking water. There is a $3.00 fee for overnight camping only.

Any group over 75 will need a Special Use Permit. This permit can be obtained from the Winn Ranger District Office. Permit must be acquired at least 48 hours prior to the ride.

For further information, contact:
9671 U.S. Hwy. 84 West
Winnfield, LA 71483
(318) 628-4664
Fax (318) 628-2971