Chicot State Park

Chicot State Park is a state park in South Louisiana built around Lake Chicot, a reservoir surrounded by rolling hills and hardwood forests spanning roughly 6,400 acres. The park includes multiple boat launch points, an extensive system of trails, camping areas, rental cabins, and fishing piers for visitors to use.

Lake Chicot was created in the 1940s through damming and quickly became a center for outdoor recreation in South Louisiana. This artificial water body transformed the land and gave the region a hub for water sports and outdoor activities.

The Louisiana State Arboretum within the park displays beech and magnolia forests, offering visitors a chance to learn about native plants in their natural setting. People come here to see trees and shrubs that grow naturally throughout the region.

The park is open year-round and offers both improved campsites with utilities and primitive camping areas to suit different preferences. Visitors will find the spring and fall months most comfortable for outdoor activities due to weather conditions.

A trail system encircles the lake and passes through bottomland forests where visitors can observe native wildlife and wetland environments up close. This route sees fewer people than other park areas, allowing for quieter nature observation.

Location: Louisiana

Website: https://lastateparks.com/parks-preserves/chicot-state-park

GPS coordinates: 30.80047,-92.27985

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:55