Sometimes it can be a welcome retreat to escape from the city for a day or two and immerse yourself in Louisiana’s natural surroundings. This state park near New Orleans truly has something for everyone: camping, beaches, hiking trails, equestrian trails, and even a cave. Pack your bags, we’re headed to Bogue Chitto State Park.
When it comes to exploring the great outdoors, a trip to Bogue Chitto State Park is just what you need.
Will2006_/Google Located just over an hour’s drive away from New Orleans in Franklinton, Louisiana, this beautiful state park is an easy drive for both a day trip or a weekend get away.
The 1,786-acre state park is full of amenities that will appeal to just about everyone.
Chunyee Chiu/Google Fishing, kayaking, endless green spaces to sprawl out on, swimming, and so much more. You may need a couple of days to explore the entire park.
There are over 25 miles of trails.
Jeff Morgan/Google Including a 4-mile mountain bike trail, a 7-mile nature trail, and a 14-mile equestrian trail.
These trails will lead you through the rolling landscape, hardwood forest and cypress tupelo swamps.
Lauren Ingram/Google The rolling landscape will have you second guessing if you’re still in Louisiana. Nevertheless, these trails are great for families with kids.
Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife while you’re exploring.
Thomas Dunn/Google Alligators, snakes, deer, raccoons and endless other swamp critters all call the area home, too.
One of the main attractions to Bogue Chitto State Park is Fricke’s Cave.
Eric Chauvin/All Trails Resembling more of a gorge than a cave, this natural phenomenon is still a beautiful fight to see. The sandstone spires are created as the water erodes the surface underneath the pebbles. As the water splashes on the sandstone, little two-foot-tall fingers of sandstone are created. The boardwalks will give you a perfect bird’s eye view of these delicate creations.
Several hundred yards of beach lines the shores of the Bogue Chitto River.
Lisou B./Google Bring your beach towel and catch some rays. The river averages about 3-5 feet, making it the perfect spot to cool down on a hot summer day.
For anyone looking to make a weekend out of it, you have plenty of options.
Bogue Chitto State Park/Facebook Be warned, you may never want to leave this picture-perfect park.
In addition to the cabins, you can also bring your tent and rough it.
James Taylor/Google Nothing beats a night of sleeping under the stars and breathing in all that fresh air.
They have plenty of RV slots too.
Jeff Morgan/Google With beautiful water views. Imagine waking up to this beautiful view!
There’s even a little waterpark that the little ones will absolutely love.
Frida Alcivar/Google With a slide and several water features.
No matter what you’re looking to do, chances are you can do it at Bogue Chitto State Park.
Chiranjeevee Ojha/Google Address: 17049 State Park Boulevard, Franklinton, LA, 70438
While you’re in the area, consider spending the entire day floating down the river. Bogue Chitto Tubing Center is right around the corner from this state park and is a wonderful way to spend a summer day.
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Located just over an hour’s drive away from New Orleans in Franklinton, Louisiana, this beautiful state park is an easy drive for both a day trip or a weekend get away.
Chunyee Chiu/Google
Fishing, kayaking, endless green spaces to sprawl out on, swimming, and so much more. You may need a couple of days to explore the entire park.
Jeff Morgan/Google
Including a 4-mile mountain bike trail, a 7-mile nature trail, and a 14-mile equestrian trail.
Lauren Ingram/Google
The rolling landscape will have you second guessing if you’re still in Louisiana. Nevertheless, these trails are great for families with kids.
Thomas Dunn/Google
Alligators, snakes, deer, raccoons and endless other swamp critters all call the area home, too.
Eric Chauvin/All Trails
Resembling more of a gorge than a cave, this natural phenomenon is still a beautiful fight to see. The sandstone spires are created as the water erodes the surface underneath the pebbles. As the water splashes on the sandstone, little two-foot-tall fingers of sandstone are created. The boardwalks will give you a perfect bird’s eye view of these delicate creations.
Lisou B./Google
Bring your beach towel and catch some rays. The river averages about 3-5 feet, making it the perfect spot to cool down on a hot summer day.
Bogue Chitto State Park/Facebook
Be warned, you may never want to leave this picture-perfect park.
James Taylor/Google
Nothing beats a night of sleeping under the stars and breathing in all that fresh air.
With beautiful water views. Imagine waking up to this beautiful view!
Frida Alcivar/Google
With a slide and several water features.
Chiranjeevee Ojha/Google
Address: 17049 State Park Boulevard, Franklinton, LA, 70438
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