Mineral rights in Winn County, Louisiana
Winn County sees steady, selective drilling — 38 permits over the last 24 months, accelerating versus the prior period.
- 38
- Permits · 24 mo
- 18.8%
- Avg lease royalty
up 850% vs prior 24 months
recorded leases, 5 yrs
Who's drilling Winn County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Northland Operating, LLC | 27 |
| James Drilling CO. | 7 |
| Justiss Oil CO., INC. | 2 |
| Dunn Exploration CO | 1 |
| Castor Production, L.L.C. | 1 |
What the record says
Winn County recorded 38 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09, against 4 in the prior 24 months. 3% of recent permits are horizontal wells. Activity centers on the Ark-La-Tx basin.
Leasing has kept pace: 2 leases were recorded in the county over the last 24 months, with recent recorded leases averaging about 18.8% royalty. For how royalty terms work, see our royalty guide.
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Winn County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Winn County, Louisiana?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Northland Operating, LLC, James Drilling CO., Justiss Oil CO., INC.. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
What royalty are leases paying in Winn County?
Recorded leases over the past five years in Winn County average about 18.8% royalty. Individual terms vary with acreage position, competition, and the operator — treat this as a market reference point, not a quote.
How do I research mineral rights ownership in Winn County?
Start with the Winn County clerk's deed records and the county appraisal roll, then verify against state regulator filings. Our title search guide walks through the process, and the Mineral Eagle platform links these records for the whole county.
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