Within Chicot State Park District II, North Campground provides full-hookup camping with 30-amp electrical service alongside Louisiana's largest natural lake. The Louisiana State Parks facility operates year-round, offering sites accessible by car, boat, or foot depending on camper preferences.
Site spacing varies considerably throughout the campground. Several reviewers mention crowded conditions during peak periods, with some spots lacking adequate room for campfires between neighboring units. However, campers who call ahead can often secure more spacious sites, particularly during weekday visits when occupancy drops significantly. The campground includes updated bathhouses with individual showers and clean laundry facilities.
Lake Chicot anchors the recreational opportunities here. A fishing pier extends into the water, and boat rentals provide access to the 6,400-acre lake where alligators frequent the boat ramp area. Miles of hiking trails wind through the park's wooded terrain, though snake encounters require attention on foot paths. The park also features 13 miles of paved roads suitable for cycling without retracing routes.
"Was very clean, secure and had wiFi," notes Ber M. about the overall facility conditions. Weekend crowds and noise can impact the atmosphere during busy periods. For a different lakeside experience, campers might consider South Campground — Chicot State Park located elsewhere 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 4/3/26- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 4/3/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 1 user
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 4/3/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 4/3/26
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
