While it hasn’t quite happened yet, in just a few weeks it’s going to be perfect Louisiana hiking and camping weather. This means it’s time to plan your fall getaways and find a way to make it to this incredible hike. Chicot State Park has long been a favorite destination for Louisiana hikers, and here’s why:
Chicot State Park is set around Chicot Lake, a gorgeous lake in central Louisiana.
Tripadvisor.com / justthe2ofusand5kids The park is found in the heart of Cajun country, in Ville Platte. You can find it at 3469 Chicot Park Road, Ville Platte.
There are more than 6,400 acres of hills at this park.
Flickr.com / jillian.e The cabins here are absolutely beautiful and offer views of the lake.
But the trail here is perhaps the most beautiful part.
alltrails.com / Johnny Calloway It loops 18 miles around the lake, making it one of the longest trails in a Louisiana state park.
There are so many amazing cypress trees along the hike and you’ll get an up close and personal view.
Flickr.com / jillian.e And there are even primitive camping sites where you can set up your tent as you hike.
You will also enjoy the boardwalks along the way where you can get glimpses of the water.
Tripadvisor.com / Jackie Hower
The eerie green of the swamp is one of the most beautiful parts of the hike.
Flickr.com / Richard May It’s truly gorgeous here.
By the end of the hike, you’ll be mesmerized by this swampy wonderland.
Flickr.com / jillian.e There is some amazing magic to discover here that will absolutely charm you.
There’s something so mesmerizing about this hike. You just have to take it to discover it! And if you want to learn about more amazing hikes in Louisiana, check out our article about them here.
Tripadvisor.com / justthe2ofusand5kids
The park is found in the heart of Cajun country, in Ville Platte. You can find it at 3469 Chicot Park Road, Ville Platte.
Flickr.com / jillian.e
The cabins here are absolutely beautiful and offer views of the lake.
alltrails.com / Johnny Calloway
It loops 18 miles around the lake, making it one of the longest trails in a Louisiana state park.
And there are even primitive camping sites where you can set up your tent as you hike.
Tripadvisor.com / Jackie Hower
Flickr.com / Richard May
It’s truly gorgeous here.
There is some amazing magic to discover here that will absolutely charm you.
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