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Chicot State Park
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| Fishing, swimming, camping, picnicking, hiking programs--Chicot has all this and much more.
The park covers over 6,400 acres of rolling hills and water in South Central Louisiana. The cool, clear waters of Lake Chicot have yielded record catches of largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and red-ear sunfish. Fishermen will enjoy the convenient boathouse, three boat launches and boat rental facilities.
Hiking trails allow the visitor to experience and enjoy the park's natural landscape.
Chicot also boasts a unique combination of natural resources on land. Mature hardwood uplands and extensive beech-magnolia forest areas add to the beauty of the cypress-tupelo lake environment. Large numbers of deer, raccoon and other wildlife live in the surrounding woods. A birding guide to Chicot State Park is also available for bird watchers. The 300-acre Louisiana State Arboretum, an area devoted to a living, natural exhibition of over 150 species of plant life native to Louisiana, is located adjacent to the main entrance. |
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great park and staff
I WAS THERE ON 6-13-08 AND AS I ENTERED THE PARK MY MOTORCYCLE QUIT STARTING ( BATTERY PROBLEM), THE RANGERS TOOK ME TO MY CAMPSITE AND THE STAFF HELPED ME TRY TO FIND THE PROBLEM WITH MY BIKE. I FEEL THEY DID MORE THAN THEY NEEDED TO AND SHOULD BE COMMENDED. I WILL FOR SURE BE PLANNING ANOTHER TRIP TO THE PARK AGAIN.
Written by A. SPONER
17-Jun-2008
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Awesome
The cabins were beautiful, well equipped, and clean. The view was spectacular. We had a blast. Fish, turtles, alligators, deer, rabbit, squirrels, birds. Nature at its best! We will be back soon.
Written by Rachel
17-Jun-2008
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Wonderful Park. Best cabins
Lots of rest and relaxation. Loved the new cabins on the water. Have already booked again for a family gathering.
Written by Rosa Stelly
24-Jun-2008
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Favorite
The greatest park we have EVER stayed at. Cabins...ah...where can I start? The ABSOLUTE BEST!
Written by chicotfan
30-Aug-2008
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Now My Favorite Louisiana State Park
My husband and I reserved a cabin 8/22-8/24 and when we opened the cabin door, I was very shocked at how beautiful and nice the cabin was. We were use to packing a tv but we did not need it because there was a big plasma tv on the wall. I really felt like I was in at resort up north somewhere. The decor is very upscale and up to date, not an old time cabin feeling. I really hope that everyone take care of these beautiful cabins and make sure that you or your children do not distroy them. If you can get a reservation, I really advise everyone to go see for yourself. You will not regret the stay.
Written by HappyCampers
5-Sep-2008
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Peace,Tranquility & Beauty for the Soul
We enjoyed gently floating in a canoe amongst the cypress & tupelo trees watching the gators & turtles surface & dive and the herons skimming low over the water.My soul felt renewed by the serene environment. The reflections are just beautiful and at night the still water even reflected the stars lending the lake an exceptional depth.
The cabins over the lake were beautifully designed & furnished.We were glad to see tax money going to good use for a change! Enjoy & treasure them everyone.
Written by Texas Lady
2-Oct-2008
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This is the best setup I have ever seen!
What a great setup! We have stayed there twice this year. The cabins are fantastic and the staff is great.
Written by Will Holmes
30-Oct-2008
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watch for racoons!
We had the best time. I really enjoyed our campsight. However, the little racoons did come and steal our food the first night. We had a blast trying to figure out how to hide our food so they wouldnt get to it. On the last night we finally out smarted them. WE WON!
(name not given)
31-Dec-2008
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Pure Serenity and Awe
The first week of December my cousin surprised me for my birthday by selecting a cabin at Chicot. Both of us were amazed BEFORE we even opened the main door. The cabin was beautiful, spacious, clean and unbelievably furnished with everything we needed. The sunrise and sunsets were gorgeous and the sight of so many beautiful ducks at one time and place was amazing. Being out over the water was such a thrill for me as I felt I was drifting along in a boat. A much needed peaceful rest is just what I needed and what I received. We plan to visit again as soon as we can.
Written by Helen
2-Jan-2009
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Excelent spot for a vacation
This is a beautiful and relaxing environment for family to come and have fun. The rooms are amazing. The first thing that caught my eye was the big television and the cleanliness of the lodges. My family and I are in the process of planning or making reservations to come in March. I love this place. Tamika Williams
Written by The Church of the Living God
23-Feb-2009
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This park is beautyfull BUT
WE really enjoy our stay in
chicot state park, we were there the 21-22-23 april during the cajun festival but during those 3 days the comfort station was never properly clean, the showers rooms and the toilets was really durty and it,s a shame on this nice park so please do some thing about it. Thank you
(name not given)
24-Apr-2009
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Fishing Pier
I found the park to be really nice. It would really be nice if the park would construct fishing piers in strategic areas alone the shore. There are people who would love to fish who are just afraid of boats if not just en-experienced on how to operate a boat.
Written by Keith
11-May-2009
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| An extensive hiking/backpacking trail completely encircles Lake Chicot and includes several primitive campsites along the way. The hiking trail allows the visitor to experience 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. |
| Picnicking: |
| Picnickers will find a wide choice of beautiful spots to dine. Most of them feature tables, grills and pavilions, and many of the areas overlook the huge lake. Playgrounds will delight the kids after a day at the pool or on the lake. |
| Swimming: |
| Swimming is a pleasure at the Olympic-sized pool on the shore of the lake. Open between Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends, the pool is supervised by certified lifeguards. |
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| Area Attractions: |
| Louisiana State Arboretum-- (LA Hwy. 3042, one-and-a-half miles from entrance of Chicot State Park)--The Arboretum is the home of a magnificent mature beech-magnolia forest and features an outdoor classroom and several miles of nature trails with labeled plant life native to Louisiana.
Prairie Acadian Cultural Center-Jean Lafitte National Historical Park & Preserve--(250 W. Park Ave., Eunice)--The Center depicts the heritage of the Prairie Acadians. Artifacts, exhibits and live demonstrations portray aspects of the unique culture.
Acadian Town of Ville Platte -- (on US 167 and LA 10 north of US 190)--Ville Platte means "flat town" in French. Its strong agrarian and Cajun traditions and cultural influences can still be found in the spoken French, music, and food of the area.
Historic Town of Opelousas -- The Confederate capital of Louisiana during the Civil War, it was also the boyhood home of the legendary Jim Bowie.
Historic Town of Washington --Once the largest steamboat port between New Orleans and St. Louis, the town preserves its 19th-century architecture and offers an antique mall and shops.
Zydeco Cajun Prairie Scenic Byway --Traces the historic towns, musical traditions and culture of the Prairie Acadians.
Liberty Theatre/City of Eunice--(200 W. Park Ave., Eunice)--"Rendez-vous des Cajuns" is a live radio show held every Saturday night featuring Cajun & Zydeco music in the style of the Grand Ole Opry.
Thistlethwaite Wildlife Management Area--(Off I-49 north of Opelousas and southeast of Chicot State Park)--In this 11,000-acre area of bottomland hardwoods managed for wildlife, visitors may hunt (in season), day-hike, bird-watch and view wildlife. |
| Directions: |
| Chicot State Park--(3469 Chicot Park Road, Ville Platte, LA 70586, 337-363-2403 or 1-888-677-2442) comprised of over 6,400 acres, is located in northern Evangeline Parish, six miles north of Ville Platte. Coming from the north on I-49, exit on LA 106 south. Turn left off LA 106 onto LA 3042 south, and continue to the main entrance. From the south, exit I-49 on US 167 and drive toward Ville Platte. To reserve a cabin, campsite, group camp, lodge, meeting room or picnic pavilion, call 1-877-CAMP-N-LA toll free (877-226-7652). |
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