The Largest State Park In Louisiana Is A True Treasure You Have To See For Yourself
By Jackie Ann|Published April 10, 2019
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Jackie Ann
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Louisiana native and LSU Alum (Geaux Tigers!), Jackie has lived in Louisiana for over three decades and currently lives in New Orleans. She's been writing for OnlyInYourState since 2016 and can often be found with a coffee at her side, dreaming of her next adventure.
With 21 state parks peppered throughout Louisiana, you’re almost always near a beautiful park you can retreat to when you need a little peace and quiet. This particular state park is the largest in the state, and you’ll need the full weekend to explore it all. Let’s check it out.
Clocking in at a staggering 6,400 acres, Chicot State Park in Ville Platte is the largest state park in Louisiana.
Fishermen will delight in taking to the man-made lake that stocked with bass, bluegill, crappie, and many other fish. Bring your own boat or rent one of theirs for a truly relaxing day on the water.
There is an extensive, 20-mile hiking trail that completely encircles the lake and includes several primitive campsites along the way if you’d like to pitch a tent and rough it for a couple of days.
The Louisiana State Arboretum is also located within Chicot State Park. Established in 1961, this 600-acre arboretum is the oldest state-supported arboretum in the country and certainly worth your while.
