Valentine Lake Recreation Area Reservations

Kisatchie National Forest

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Valentine Lake Recreation Area quick facts

Cancellation alerts: We check Valentine Lake Recreation Area for cancellations and email you when a site opens.
Reservations: Reserved on Recreation.gov.
Campsites: 19 sites.
Location: Kisatchie National Forest.

As of November 2026, Valentine Lake Recreation Area is a campground in Kisatchie National Forest with 19 campsites. Valentine Lake Recreation Area is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Valentine Lake Recreation Area is located at 31.2428° N, 92.6802° W.

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About Valentine Lake Recreation Area

Overview

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.

If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

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Valentine Lake Recreation Area FAQ

How do I make a campground reservation at Valentine Lake Recreation Area?

Campsites at Valentine Lake Recreation Area are reserved on Recreation.gov. If your dates are sold out, set a cancellation alert and we email you when a site opens.

What campgrounds are near Valentine Lake Recreation Area?

Campgrounds near Valentine Lake Recreation Area include Kincaid Lake Campground, Loran Camp, Stuart Lake Campground, Fullerton Recreation Area and Corral Ohv Camp.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Valentine Lake Recreation Area?

Valentine Lake Recreation Area is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Valentine Lake Recreation Area?

Cancellations happen frequently at Valentine Lake Recreation Area, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites. Pro and $19 single-campground alerts are checked every minute, 24/7; free accounts are checked hourly.

How many campsites does Valentine Lake Recreation Area have?

Valentine Lake Recreation Area has 19 campsites.