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Bogue Chitto State Park and river with trees

Bogue Chitto State Park

Whether you enjoy a lazy float down the river, camping, horseback riding, hiking or tackling extreme bike trails, Louisiana’s Bogue Chitto State Park has it all. And it’s only a 90-minute drive from downtown New Orleans.

River flows through  tree-lined riverbank
Bogue Chitto River flows through state park

A river runs through it

The Bogue Chitto River has long been a popular place for floating in its gentle currents through the wooded landscape of southeastern Louisiana. It’s also a place where you can paddle a canoe or kayak and take a relaxing break on one of the Bogue Chitto’s sandy beaches. But this Louisiana state park, which opened in 2010, has much more to offer the outdoor enthusiast.

outdoor fun in bogue chitto state park

biker flies over dirt hill on mountain bike trails in Louisiana's Bogue Chitto State Park
Getting some air on the park’s challenging mountain bike trails

Spring 2021 saw the opening of Bogue Chitto’s new mountain bike trails. The trails take full advantage of the ups and downs of the hilly landscape. And if you prefer to explore on two feet instead of two wheels, the park has the 5.5 mile wooded Gorge Run Trail that takes you from the piney hilltops to the river bank below. You can also let a horse do the walking for you by joining one of the guided horseback trail rides located inside the park.

More Outdoor Adventure

mountain bike jumps hill on bike trail in Bogue Chitto State Park Louisiana

Mountain Bike Trails

Experience mountain bike trails from beginner to extreme in Bogue Chitto State Park.

    gravel hiking trail along creek surrounded by autumn color trees backlit by afternoon sun hike Bogue Chitto State Park Louisiana

    Gorge Run Trail

    Spend a few hours hiking the park’s Gorge Run Trail from hilltops down to the river.

      people on horses cross shallow creek on horse trail ride in Bogue Chitto State Park in Louisiana

      Horseback Riding

      Join a guided trail ride on horseback through the state park’s wooded landscape.

        spend a few days camping in the woods

        wooden bridge crosses small creek in Louisiana woods
        Wooden bridges take hikers over small creeks along the Gorge Run Trail

        Campers can choose between an upland site for RV’s and trailers or the bottomland campground near the Bogue Chitto River. There are a total of 81 campsites and 4 vacation cabins. In addition, the park has added several “glamping” sites for hassle-free tent camping.

        getting there

        Bogue Chitto State Park is located near Franklinton, Louisiana. It’s a 90-minute drive from New Orleans’ French Quarter. 17049 State Park Blvd. Franklinton, LA. Phone: 985-839-5707.

        17049 State Park Blvd, Franklinton, LA 70438

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              Dave McNamara
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              May 22, 2021
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