Jimmie Davis State Park
Jimmie Davis State Park Campground, near Chatham, Louisiana, is a fantastic spot for families and outdoor lovers alike. With well-maintained grounds and a beautiful setting by Caney Lake, it’s a great place to kick back and enjoy nature.
The campground offers a range of amenities, including clean bathrooms and showers, which visitors appreciate after a day of fun. Many campers rave about the spacious sites, equipped with picnic tables and fire rings, perfect for evening gatherings. One happy camper noted, “The site was well spaced from other sites,” ensuring a bit of privacy while still being part of the community.
Kids will love the splash pad and beach area, making it a hit for family outings. Fishing and water sports are popular here, with easy access to the lake for those looking to cast a line or take a boat out. As one reviewer put it, “A superb park with excellent boat launches and fish cleaning stations.”
If you’re planning a visit, you’ll find plenty of opportunities for hiking and relaxing by the water. Whether you’re camping in a tent, RV, or cabin, Jimmie Davis State Park Campground is a welcoming place to create lasting memories.
Description
State Park
Located on a peninsula on Caney Lake, Jimmie Davis State Park offers two boat launches and a fishing pier that cater to the outdoors enthusiast looking for a prime freshwater fishing spot. Waterskiing is another way to enjoy the clear waters of the lake, which was created by damming Caney Creek in 1986. Don't forget to look back at the lakeshore to appreciate the beautiful mixed pine and hardwood forest surrounding the lake and the birds and animals that make the forest their home. To ensure that there's never a dull moment, the park also has a playground for the kids after a day on the lake. Cyclists will enjoy the park as a starting point for biking treks through the hills of North Louisiana, and nature lovers are invited to discover the beauty of the wooded land and lakefront. Bring your binoculars to get a closer look at the wide variety of birds that live in or pass through the area. After a day of fishing and exploring the park, stay the night in a cabin...or bring the extended family and sleepover in a lodge. For large groups, a group camp – including four dormitories and a dining hall – is available, with its own playground and fishing pier. RV campers have several scenic sites to choose from, for a closer visit with nature. Opened in the fall of 1996, Jimmie Davis State Park was originally named Caney Creek Lake State Park. The 2003 Louisiana State Legislature approved renaming the park in honor of two-term Governor Jimmie H. Davis, who served from 1944 to 1948 and again from 1960 to 1964.
Location
Jimmie Davis State Park is located in Louisiana
Directions
From eastbound on I20, take LA 9 south to US 80. Turn right onto Hazel Street, then left onto LA 147 to Jonesboro. Take LA 4 east, then turn right onto Lakeshore Drive, then right onto State Park Road. From westbound on I20, take LA 546 south, continuing as it turns into LA 34 south. Turn right onto LA 4, then left onto Lakeshore Drive.
Address
1209 State Park Rd
Chatham, LA 71226
Coordinates
32.25000064 N
92.52000018 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonAvailable
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
- Yurts
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
