Recreation area

Stuart Seed Orchard

Kisatchie National Forest · Louisiana — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

The Catahoula Ranger District has a seed orchard and nursery that was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1934. The Orchard and its water reservoir, which is now Stuart Lake, was named in honor of Robert Y. Stuart who was Chief of the Forest Service (1928-1933).

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.