Within Chicot State Park District II, North Campground provides lakefront camping with 30-amp hookups and access to the park's extensive trail system. Louisiana State Parks & Recreation manages this established campground, which offers reservations and welcomes pets alongside traditional camping amenities.
The campground features sites with varying spacing, though several reviewers note that some spots sit close together. Cat R. mentions "not enough space between campers to even light a fire" at certain sites, while others report finding more spacious options by calling ahead. The bathhouse includes individual showers, and recent updates have improved the facilities. Clean laundry facilities complement the camping infrastructure.
Lake Chicot provides the backdrop for fishing opportunities, with reviewers consistently noting good catches and a long fishing pier extending into the water. The park maintains over 13 miles of paved roads suitable for biking, plus hiking trails that wind through wooded terrain. A canoe loop offers paddling access, though campers should watch for alligators near the boat ramp area. Cell service and WiFi availability help campers stay connected during their stay.
Weekday visits tend to be less crowded than busy weekends, when noise levels can increase. For campers seeking additional options in the region, South Campground — Chicot State Park provides an alternative within the same park system.
Location
Public CampgroundNorth Campground — Chicot State Park is located in Louisiana
Directions
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. In Ville Platte, turn right onto LA 3042/N. Dupre St., then left onto LA 3042/W. Lincoln Rd. Veer right onto LA 3042/Chicot Park Road. Park entrance is about 7 miles down LA 3042.
Address
3469 Chicot Park Rd
Ville Platte, LA 70586
Coordinates
30.83290030355377 N
92.28117685758987 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 1 user
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 3/18/26- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 3/18/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 1 user
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 3/18/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 3/18/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 38 min from Alexandria, LA
- 52 min from Lafayette, LA
- 1 hr 24 min from Lake Charles, LA
- 1 hr 27 min from Baton Rouge, LA
