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Chicot State Park Swimming Area
Chicot State Park, Ville Platte, LouisianaLake on Lake ChicotYes, no lifeguard
Designated swimming area on Lake Chicot at Chicot State Park near Ville Platte.
- Water
- Lake, Lake Chicot
- Entry
- $2 per person; free for seniors aged 62 and over and children aged 3 and under.
- Swim hours
- Park: 6 a.m.–9 p.m. Swimming: sunrise–sunset.
- Facilities
- Water playground, boat launch, fishing pier, playground
- Lifeguard
- No lifeguards
- Managed by
- Louisiana State Parks
Getting there
3469 Chicot Park Road, Ville Platte, Louisiana 70586. The park is four miles north of Ville Platte.
30.7995, -92.2809
Get directionsRules to know before you go
- Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Use only Coast Guard-approved Type I or Type II personal flotation devices.
- No glass containers in enclosed swimming or beach areas.
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Questions about Chicot State Park Swimming Area
Can you swim at Chicot State Park Swimming Area?
Yes. The designated swimming area is open to park visitors, with swimming allowed from sunrise to sunset. No lifeguard is provided.
Does it cost anything to swim at Chicot State Park Swimming Area?
$2 per person; free for seniors aged 62 and over and children aged 3 and under.
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