The forest's name, "Kisatchie," means "Reed River" or "Long Cane" and comes from the Choctaw Native American tribe. Within Kisatchie National Forest, visitors can partake in an array of outdoor ...

In Vernon Parish, a herd of wild horses has roamed the Kisatchie National Forest for years ... then bred by the Choctaw Indians. "These horses have been here for generations," said Amy Hanchey ...

These districts encompass various areas within and outside the seven parishes of Kisatchie National Forest. Winn Ranger District: Winn, Natchitoches and Grant Parishes Catahoula Ranger District ...