Bogue Chitto State Park

Bogue Chitto State Park At Bogue Chitto State Park, visitors will experience a diversity of natural habitats on one of the most dynamic and scenic river systems in Louisiana.
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The 1,786-acre site includes small streams, cypress tupelo swamps, a hardwood forest, upland forests and a rolling landscape. Overnight visitors will find accommodations from tent camping to RV camping to cabins overlooking the bluffs. For larger groups and family reunions, the park offers a group camp and a conference room. Frickes Cave, which -- despite its name -- resembles more of a gorge, pos

sesses delicate sandstone spires created when water erodes the surface underneath pebbles. The pebbles remain perched atop the spires, while over time water splashes on the sandstone surface, forming the two-foot tall fingers of sandstone that shoot up from the now-lowered surface. Boardwalks have been built, so that visitors can admire the sandstone creations from afar, as the formations are too delicate to allow visitors to walk amongst them. Fourteen miles of equestrian trails wind through some of the most interesting topography of southern Louisiana, with the trail head located near Fricke's Cave. A day trip to Bogue Chitto State Park will be a full one, with a river perfect for canoeing or kayaking, 11 lakes stocked with a variety of freshwater fish, a water playground, numerous picnic pavilions and an outdoor classroom.

08/17/2026
Happy 4th from all of us at Bogue Chitto State Park.
07/04/2026

Happy 4th from all of us at Bogue Chitto State Park.

✨Happy 250th Birthday, America! ✨

Today, as our nation celebrates its monumental 250th birthday, we look back at the landscapes that shaped us. Long before we were a nation, Louisiana’s waterways, forests, and bayous were telling stories of resilience, culture, and community.

Our state parks protect more than just land: they preserve the living history of the American spirit. Today, skip the artificial noise and reconnect with the timeless beauty of the country we call home. Whether you are walking beneath centuries-old oaks, paddling through peaceful waters, or sharing a meal with the people you love, you are part of America's enduring story. 🐊

Billy Nungesser Lt. Governor of Louisiana

06/20/2026

🐍 Something wicked is slithering into Bogue Chitto…

Louisiana has never seen a trail like this.

A trail inspired by mountain terrain.
A trail built to make you forget you’re riding in South Louisiana.
A trail designed to challenge, surprise, and leave riders wanting another lap.

MAD MOCCASIN

Coming soon.

Stay tuned. More details will emerge from the shadows.

Address

17049 State Park Boulevard
Franklinton, LA
70438

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 8am - 9pm
Wednesday 7am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm
Sunday 8am - 5pm

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+19858395707

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