Chicot State Park

Chicot State Park LA State Parks The park covers over 6,400 acres of rolling hills and water in South Central Louisiana. fishing pier and a primitive group-camping area.
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The cool, clear waters of Lake Chicot have yielded record freshwater catches of largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and red-ear sunfish. Fishermen will enjoy the convenient boathouse, three boat launches and boat rental facilities. An extensive hiking/backpacking trail completely encircles Lake Chicot and includes several primitive campsites along the way. The hiking trails allow visitors to experi

ence and enjoy the park's natural landscape, its bottomland hardwood forest and the lake itself. For visitors who enjoy a quicker pace, much of the trail is geared toward mountain bikers, and all cyclists are welcome to ride the roadways throughout the park. The South Landing includes cabins, a group camp, picnic areas and playgrounds, a splash pad, a boat launch, a fishing pier and a dock with rental boats. Also, don't forget to visit our gift shop located in the entrance station! A scenic road links the South Landing with the North Landing. The North Landing features campsites, a boat launch, a 400 ft. The lodges are located in this area.. The East Landing is accessible from LA 106. It is less developed than the other two areas. It includes a boat launch, a dock, and a meeting room, which makes this area ideal for day visitors. The Louisiana State Arboretum, now located within Chicot State Park, is home to a magnificent mature beech-magnolia forest and features an outdoor classroom and several miles of nature trails with labeled plant life native to Louisiana.

04/28/2026
We had a small but mighty group for the Love the Boot event at Chicot on Tuesday. We picked up trash along the lake's ed...
04/23/2026

We had a small but mighty group for the Love the Boot event at Chicot on Tuesday. We picked up trash along the lake's edge near the cabins and fishing pier. Keep Louisiana beautiful!

This clip was from a couple years ago but it re-aired this weekend. Enjoy!
09/15/2025

This clip was from a couple years ago but it re-aired this weekend. Enjoy!

A long fishing pier is the perfect place to experience daybreak at Chicot State Park.

02/14/2025

Please help reach the goal by signing up for "Love the Boot Week" today!

You can sign up at www.lovetheboot.org

Keep Louisiana Beautiful
Billy Nungesser Lt. Governor of Louisiana

Come out and see Santa from 12-2 today at the kids trail! Bring your camera!
12/23/2024

Come out and see Santa from 12-2 today at the kids trail! Bring your camera!

12/18/2024

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3469 Chicot Park Road
Ville Platte, LA
70586

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(337) 363-2403

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