11/16/2021
Grand Ecore Recreation Area · Natchitoches, LA 71457
★★★★★ · Park
Grand Ecore paddle - November 26
Tammy will be leading a paddle at Grand Ecore on November 26, 2021. Come on out and burn off those Thanksgiving calories. This will be a loop paddle down Bayou Pierre to the Red River. If we're lucky, there will be a beautiful white sand bar to take a break on. I've seen eagles, raccoons and alligator tracks on this paddle. The Grand Ecore Visitor's Center is nearby and includes a wealth of information on the area. We found it very interesting with beautiful views from the highest bluffs on the Red River.
GRAND ECORE PADDLE
When: Friday, November 26, 11:00 am
Hike leaders: Tammy Jernigan
Where: Grand Ecore Recreation Area boat ramp
Address: 1071 Tauzin Island Rd, Natchitoches, LA 71457
https://goo.gl/maps/KxqprBGcfxzk8Ab49
Cost: There is no cost to park or launch.
Parking/Instructions: DO NOT enter Grand Ecore RV Park. Drive just past it to the boat launch.
Duration: We will paddle Bayou Pierre to the Red River, around a large river island and then back to the boat ramp. It is a 3-mile paddle and can take a couple hours depending on how long we break on the sand bar.
Difficulty: Easy
What to bring: Water, bug spray, PFD, paddle and boat. You can bring something to sit on and a snack for the sand bar.
Pets: Pets are welcome. It may not be advisable to let them swim at the sandbar due to river critters.
Other: Bring a small garbage bag if you're willing to help pick up/carry out any trash we run across.
Contact person: Tammy Jernigan
★★★★★ · Park