At 1,786 acres, Bogue Chitto State Park is one of the most dynamic outdoor spaces to explore in the entire state of Louisiana. You’ll come across a multitude of diverse natural habitats and scenic river systems. These include hardwood forests, rolling landscapes, small streams, and gorgeous cypress tupelo swamps. One of the park’s main features is Fricke’s Cave, which is more of a gorge with sandstone spires created by erosion. For preservation reasons, visitors cannot walk among the formations but are able to see them from a number of boardwalks. Activities you can participate in while at the park include picnicking, hiking, horseback riding, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, and camping.

Address: 17049 State Park Blvd, Franklinton, LA 70438, Phone: 985-839-5707

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