Springtime in Louisiana is the perfect time to lace up those sneakers and set off on an outdoor adventure. The Pelican State has countless hiking trails that are just waiting for you to explore, but there's one, in particular, that's a picture-perfect springtime hike. Located in the Chicot State Park, the Lake Chicot Loop Trail might just be the most beautiful waterfront trail in Louisiana, and you're going to love it.
Located in Ville Platte, Louisiana, Chicot State Park features 6,400 acres of natural beauty that’s perfect for a springtime adventure.
With endless rolling hills, playgrounds, spray pads, and fishing opportunities to keep you occupied, you could easily spend all day at this picture perfect state park, and that’s before you even get to the massive 2,000-acre man-made lake.
One of the biggest attractions to the park is the Chicot Loop Trail.
Clocking in at roughly 22 miles, this beautiful loop trail will take you through some of the most beautiful natural landscape Louisiana has to offer. You’ll be surrounded by a sea of emerald green as you make your way around the lake.
The trail will take you through the park’s picturesque landscape, through the bottomland hardwood forest and of course, the lake itself.
When the view is this pretty, it’s hard not to fall in love with this natural oasis.
There's also a canoe/kayak launch, so you can take to the water and explore the park from an entirely new perspective!
The waterfront views are some of the most mesmerizing in Louisiana.
You might even love it so much you’ll want to stay for a few days. The waterfront cabins are ideal for a quick weekend getaway, but you can always bring your RV or pitch a tent and sleep under the stars.
If you're looking to reserve a cabin or learn more about Chicot State Park, check out their website and give them a follow on Facebook.
Have you ever hiked the Lake Chicot Loop Trail or explored the state park? Share your experience with us in the comments below!
If you're a ways away from Chicot State Park, don't worry. There are plenty more spectacular spring hikes in Louisiana to choose from! Grab a GPS app to help discover even more unique places to explore in our state!
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