Chemin-A-Haut State Park

Chemin-A-Haut State Park covers about 503 acres of natural landscape in northern Louisiana positioned on elevated terrain overlooking the winding Bayou Bartholomew. The area includes walking trails, camping grounds, fishing access, and riding paths for visitors to explore.

The park entered the Louisiana State Park system in 1935 and took its name from French settlers in the area. They had named the elevated pathway after a route that Native Americans used for travel through the region.

The name means 'High Road' in French, a reminder of how early settlers referred to the elevated pathway through the region. Local people connect this place to the heritage of French exploration and settlement in Louisiana.

The park offers a swimming pool open from late May through early September, as well as year-round camping and picnic areas. Visitors will find the trails and riding paths accessible at most times, though conditions vary with weather and season.

Bayou Bartholomew, which runs along the park's edge, is one of North America's most fish-rich waterways. The waterway supports more than 115 different fish species, making it an exceptionally diverse ecosystem that sets it apart from many similar places.

Location: Louisiana

Website: https://lastateparks.com/parks-preserves/chemin-a-haut-state-park

GPS coordinates: 32.91000,-91.84500

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:22