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    Chicot State Park offers premium glamping accommodations in a peaceful bayou setting near Alexandria, Louisiana. The North Campground features upscale glamping cabins with decks overlooking the lake, providing a perfect blend of comfort and natural immersion. Each glamping unit includes comfortable beds, climate control, and private outdoor spaces where guests can unwind after a day of exploration. The sites are strategically positioned to maximize privacy while maintaining proximity to modern amenities like clean shower facilities and WiFi access. "This park is absolutely stunning. The camping spots are spread out for a more personal experience," noted one satisfied visitor.

    The sprawling 6,400-acre property surrounds Chicot Lake, creating an ideal backdrop for glamping adventures. Guests enjoy exclusive access to extensive hiking trails, fishing piers, and canoe rentals directly from their accommodations. The park houses a distinctive Louisiana State Arboretum featuring native plant species and wildlife viewing opportunities. Kisatchie Bayou Complex, another glamping destination in the region, provides a more secluded experience with waterfront accommodations amid cypress trees. According to one visitor, "Beautiful/secluded bayou campground. Was very clean, secure and had WiFi. Friendly staff and beautiful sites." Both locations maintain availability year-round, with reservations recommended during peak seasons when seeking premium glamping experiences.

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    Best Glamping Campgrounds near Alexandria (5)

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      1. Colfax RV Park

      4.7(3)21mi from AlexandriaRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "The park has lots of picnic areas (34) set up under shade trees. Some sites have tent pads, but not all. They all have picnic tables and fire pits."

      "Large sites with grill, fire pit, and picnic table."

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      2. South Campground — Chicot State Park

      4.6(26)37mi from AlexandriaRVs, Tents

      "This was a quiet spot surrounded by woods but near the super clean bathroom! There was a fire pit, grill and picnic table for use! Day 2 we rented a boat and paddled out for some fishing."

      "Take the time to drive around to the East Landing in the evening before sunset. It has one of the prettiest views of Chicot Lake. Also drive down to the South Fishing Pier below the South Campground."

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      3. Rustic Sky Horse Camp

      Be the first to review15mi from AlexandriaRVs, Tents, Cabins
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      4. North Campground — Chicot State Park

      4.7(10)34mi from AlexandriaRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Beautiful/secluded bayou campground. Was very clean, secure and had wiFi. Friendly staff and beautiful sites. Highly recommend. Bathrooms were also very clean!"

      "There are miles of beautiful hiking trails, but beware of snakes! The bathrooms were recently updated so they were really nice. Also the laundry facilities were clean!"

      from $33 / night

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      5. Kisatchie Bayou Complex

      4.5(8)37mi from Alexandria4 sitesTents, Glamping

      "CAMPGROUND REVIEW: Located inside the Kisatchie National Forest, Kisatchie District, this campground is great. This section of National Forest is home to over 30 miles of nature trails."

      "Primitive camping along the 10mi Backbone trail. Took out the hammock and camped out around the halfway mark along the trail. You can set up shop around an old fire pit or make one of your own."

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    47 Reviews of 5 Alexandria Campgrounds

    • Paula W.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jul. 31, 2018

      Kisatchie Bayou Complex

      "Ranger Review: INNO Aero Light 2 (2 bike) at Kisatchie Bayou Recreation.."

      CAMPGROUND REVIEW:

      Located inside the Kisatchie National Forest, Kisatchie District, this campground is great. This section of National Forest is home to over 30 miles of nature trails. The trails are for hiking, biking, horseback riding and off road vehicle riding. This campground is just steps away from the bayou where you can launch a canoe or kayak depending on the water level. Fishing and swimming are great pastimes here. The site has a grassy area and fire pit. There are vault toilets and NO WATER so be prepared for that. The day use area offers picnic tables, fire pits and grills. There are 2 different sites for camping on either side of the day use area. The day use area has a lot of local traffic but we did not encounter a lot of overnight campers. It is very secluded and the sound of the bayou is serene. There are lots of wildlife sounds at night but we didn't see anything more than a squirrel. We loved our stay here. We hiked, biked, and relaxed in the low waters of the bayou.

      NOTE - Kisatchie Bayou Recreation Complex Camping/Day Use is the same area as Kisatchie Bayou Campground

      PRODUCT REVIEW:

      As a Ranger for the Dyrt, I get products to test from time to time - today I tested the INNO Aero Light 2 (2 bike) hitch rack.

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      This bike rack made our trip so easy. It was easy to set up, easy to install (my 8 yr old did it). The simple hitch design slides right into a standard 2" hitch receiver or can be adjusted to 1 1/4". The screw bolt came with it along with a wrench for tightening on the receiver. We easily secured 2 bikes to the rack. Bike weight needs to be less than 33 lbs., have a top tube and a seat tube. Frame size 1/2" - 2 1/4". We loved this rack for its sturdiness and lightweightedness. It traveled great, we drove with the rack on my SUV for over 300 miles and we never had any problems. A great feature is the easy fold down option to allow access to the back of the car. This rack also features great locking mechanisms. You can lock the rack at the hitch as well as lock the built in strap around the bikes. As our little one grows and his bike gets bigger, we will definitely get a larger INNO rack to carry all the bikes. For now, the 2 bike rack is working great.

      Pros: lightweight, easy install, easy fold down feature, great locking mechanisms.

      Cons: None

    • Ali C.
      Apr. 17, 2019

      South Campground — Chicot State Park

      Wooded, quiet, convenient, amazing

      This was a quiet spot surrounded by woods but near the super clean bathroom! There was a fire pit, grill and picnic table for use! Day 2 we rented a boat and paddled out for some fishing. The process was seamless and the staff friendly. The fishing pier was amazing and the kids loved how far out it went. Overall a great experience.

    • D
      Dec. 11, 2021

      South Campground — Chicot State Park

      Great State Park

      Chicot State Park is wonderful and well maintained. We had a wonderful weekend stay, and the weather was perfect. Take the time to drive around to the East Landing in the evening before sunset. It has one of the prettiest views of Chicot Lake. Also drive down to the South Fishing Pier below the South Campground. It has a long pier that goes out into the lake. My son spent a lot of time at the splash pad. Be sure to visit the free La. State Arboretum onsite. It has a great visitor center with some fantastic exhibits and nice hiking trails. 

      Stayed in campsite#84. It has a nice deck with picnic table. BBQ grill and fire pit are on the other side of the RV spot. Even though it is in the front, it is actually quite secluded with woods all around. Nearest neighbor was at least 40-50 ft. Away. My son could easily walk or ride his bike to the splash pad. Both AT&T and Verizon had poor signal(1 bar each). Was able to connect to the free park Wi-Fi. It was slow, but I could send text messages and make the occasional phone call. Wasn't a big deal, because I came here to camp and get unplugged. We camped at Chicot State Park in a Travel Trailer.

    • Tyler B.
      Sep. 19, 2018

      Kisatchie Bayou Complex

      Backbone Trail

      Primitive camping along the 10mi Backbone trail. Took out the hammock and camped out around the halfway mark along the trail. You can set up shop around an old fire pit or make one of your own. I chose the latter. The backbone trail has to be the prettiest trail in the state of Louisiana. It's really the only place in the state to experience actual hills. It reached 23 degrees at night which was one of the coldest temperatures recorded in the state this year. A must do!

    • W
      Jun. 16, 2018

      Kisatchie Bayou Complex

      Family Fun

      Picnic tables and grills available. Swimming, camping, hiking, and canoeing can all be done here. Toilets but no running water. great area to spend the day and swim!

    • Paula W.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jul. 1, 2018

      Colfax RV Park

      Fishing in the Red River

      This RV campground allows tents (at RV prices). The sites are big with full hookups. There is a nice playground for the kids as well as a nice shower house. The park has lots of picnic areas (34) set up under shade trees. Some sites have tent pads, but not all. They all have picnic tables and fire pits. It is a nice friendly campground with lots of boats and fisherman. You can make reservations or first come first serve. The staff is very friendly and helpful.

      The park has a nice free day use boat launch as well as a floating dock with a fish cleaning station. The park is very clean and does not smell fishy. Really nice place, but at $32 a night, it was a little steep for me.

      There is a security gate for after hours access. Comfort stations at boat launch and camping area. There is a wash house with washer, dryer and showers (heated and cooled). There are 2 picnic shelters with 6 picnic tables in each.

    • SThe Dyrt PRO User
      Jul. 2, 2022

      Colfax RV Park

      Summer 2022

      Very clean and quiet park. Large sites with grill, fire pit, and picnic table.

    • Aaron D.
      Jul. 17, 2022

      South Campground — Chicot State Park

      Tall Trees and Nice Trails

      We stayed at campsite 91. It was very well shaded and the deck attached to it provided a very nice seating area. There weren't a ton of horse flies at the campsite itself, but they were bad on a few of the trails. Bathrooms were decent but smelled of cleaning products. It was a quiet area and the park has a lot to offer. Highly recommend checking out the Arboretum and the trails near it.

    • F
      Mar. 18, 2019

      South Campground — Chicot State Park

      Great Campground

      We went camping in a tent this weekend at the park and really enjoyed it. We stayed at the south landing camping area in loop A. If you plan on camping in a tent I recommend the spots in loop A and most in loop D. B and C are more for RVs but you could still set up there, those two loops are more open and the spots are closer. Loops A and D are a little more spread out and have trees between some spots. The main bathroom was in good shape and had heat. Trash was picked up every morning by the park. Our spot had a fire ring, water , and electricity. The park allows you to use dead tree limbs for firewood. One thing to know about spots on loop A near the comfort station is that there’s a treatment plant in the center that kicks on every once in a while and makes a good bit of noise at night when the motor runs. It helped put me to sleep but it might bother others. Also theres no cell signal except in one or two random spots of the campground but it was nice to unplug for a weekend . We really enjoyed this campground and park though and will definitely be back .

    Guide to Alexandria

    Chicot State Park spans 6,400 acres around Chicot Lake, located 30 minutes north of Ville Platte, Louisiana. The park features two distinct camping areas—North and South campgrounds—with each offering unique access points to the lake and trails. Tent camping spots cost approximately $20-25 per night while RV sites with full hookups range from $28-33 depending on the season.

    What to do

    Hiking and biking trails: The park contains an extensive trail system including a 10-mile looping path perfect for mountain biking. "Great place to go. Very natural and wooded. Lots of sights to see. Wonderful trails, lots of hiking. Good place for bike rides. Lots of wildlife," notes a visitor at North Campground — Chicot State Park.

    Fishing opportunities: Multiple fishing piers and boat launches provide access to the lake known for bass and crappie. "The park has a nice free day use boat launch as well as a floating dock with a fish cleaning station. The park is very clean and does not smell fishy," reports a camper from Colfax RV Park.

    Canoe and kayak rentals: Watercraft rentals are available directly at the park office for exploring the designated paddle trails. "Did canoe loop which was pretty easy to follow. Saw some big gators especially by the boat ramp," shares a visitor who stayed at South Campground.

    What campers like

    Spacious campsites: Most sites offer adequate separation and include basic amenities. "Large sites with grill, fire pit, and picnic table," according to a Colfax Recreation Area camper who rated their experience 5 stars.

    Clean facilities: Both campgrounds maintain well-kept bathroom facilities and shower houses. "Very clean well maintained camp sites and cabins. Fishing, canoeing and hiking trails are available as well as splash pad for the kids," mentions a visitor at South Campground — Chicot State Park.

    Wildlife viewing: The bayou setting provides ample opportunities to spot native species. "Our stays at Chicot have always been awesome. There is a ton to see as far as wildlife goes....armadillos, alligators, tons of birds, snakes, etc," shares an experienced camper.

    What you should know

    Wildlife precautions: Alligators inhabit the lake and surrounding waterways. "No swimming allowed here. There are some alligators in the water. Lake is popular for fishing," warns a camper.

    Insect preparation: The humid environment supports significant insect populations. "Negatives are the wasps, ticks, and chiggers," notes a reviewer who regularly visits the park.

    Seasonal considerations: Summer humidity can be intense, while winter offers milder temperatures. A visitor at Kisatchie Bayou Complex described extreme conditions during winter camping: "It reached 23 degrees at night which was one of the coldest temperatures recorded in the state this year."

    Tips for camping with families

    Kid-friendly amenities: Several campgrounds feature playgrounds and splash pads. "There is a nice playground for the kids as well as a nice shower house. The park has lots of picnic areas (34) set up under shade trees," shares a Colfax RV Park visitor.

    Security measures: Gated entrances provide added security for family camping. "Large sites, few trees, manicured landscaping and clean bathhouses. Really quite with friendly park rangers," notes a camper.

    Accessibility options: Several paths and facilities accommodate strollers and younger visitors. "We hiked, biked, and relaxed in the low waters of the bayou," explains a family that visited Kisatchie Bayou Recreation Complex.

    Tips from RVers

    Hookup availability: Many sites offer water, electric, and sewer connections. "Campground has bath house with individual showers. 30 amp hookups," reports an RV camper who stayed at North Campground.

    Site selection strategies: Some areas provide more space between sites than others. "We called and they put us in a spot that was very spacious. There were almost no other campers there so it helps to go in the middle of the week," advises an RVer who stopped for one night.

    Road conditions: Interior park roads are paved and accommodate larger rigs in designated areas. "I biked most of the paved roads in the state park and was able to go 13 miles without doubling anywhere."

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