The Bogue Chitto State Park is being financed through capital outlay measures for $16.9 million, with another $1.2 million being spent on road construction.

Louisiana's Bogue Chitto State Park a place to escape but still enjoy creature comforts By Jennifer Brown | Staff writer Mar 6, 2024 2 min to read 1 of 6 ...

The Bogue Chitto is best experienced at a slower, relaxing pace, when you can unwind and experience the cool water, gentle breeze and the natural beauty of this state park.

The Bogue Chitto State Park in Washington Parish was evacuated on Monday night because of a nearby wildfire. Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser said this was done out of precaution.

FRANKLINTON, La. (KLFY)–One of the newer parks in the Louisiana State Park system is growing in popularity. Bogue Chitto State Park in Washington parish. At Bogue Chitto, you won’t get bored.

Bogue Chitto State Park is nearly 1,800 acres in Washington Parish, off Highway 25 south of Franklinton. On opening day last weekend, 3,200 people visited the park.

Stay tuned for the next Destination Louisiane from WGNO, when we’ll take you on some adventures in the park. Part two of our visit to Bogue Chitto is scheduled for Thursday, November 18th.

New state branding unveiled Bogue Chitto fast facts Address: 17049 State Park Blvd., Franklinton, LA Hours: The site is open every day. The gate is open 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday.

You'll have no trouble feeling remote inside Bogue Chitto State Park, but it is still easy to get around the paved roadways and heavily graveled trails.

Twelve miles of mountain biking trails are opening this weekend in Bogue Chitto State Park. It’s a fast-paced adrenaline-filled ride that will test your bicycling skills.