To take this fun, four-mile paddle trip, follow La. Hwy. 33 toward Ruston. Turn right on 151, right on Cranford and left on Parish Road 5501. End at the boat launch.
Compass Coordinates:
Gills Ferry Launch 32.7201/92.5205
Kens Landing 32.7001/92.5413
Paddle through a sea of water lilies and find some great coves to explore on either side of this small trail that you’ll share with fishermen and a few alligators. This waterway is the feeder from Lake Claiborne down to Lake D’Arbonne. It travels through three parishes and is a prime location for fishing. At the trail’s mid-way point is Ken’s Landing, which features a picnic table, trash cans and a rope swing. This is a great place to stop for a picnic and swim. If you go further, the trail narrows and becomes much more lush.
