State Parks Near Alexandria, Louisiana

3 state park units lie within 50 miles of Alexandria. The closest is Forts Randolph-Buhlow State Historic Site, about 3 mi northeast of town. 1 park is within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.

Closest park
Forts Randolph-Buhlow State Historic Site3 mi northeast
Within 25 miles
1of 3 within 50 mi
With camping
11 with cabins
Dog-friendly
0pets allowed

State parks near Alexandria, nearest first

Straight-line distance from central Alexandria; driving distance is usually longer.

  1. Forts Randolph-Buhlow State Historic Site

    3 miles northeast · Pineville, Louisiana · State Historic Site

    Visitors come for historic sites and hiking.

    1 alertHiking

    Hours, fees and rules for Forts Randolph-Buhlow State Historic Site →

  2. Chicot State Park

    36 miles south · Ville Platte, Louisiana · State Park

    The park supports canoeing and kayaking, boating, biking, fishing, and hiking. On the water side, there is boat or kayak rentals.

    1 alert181 campsitesCabins/lodgingHikingFishingBoating

    Hours, fees and rules for Chicot State Park →

  3. Fort St. Jean Baptiste State Historic Site

    48 miles northwest · Natchitoches, Louisiana · State Historic Site

    Fort St. Jean Baptiste State Historic Site is a 7-acre historic site in Natchitoches Parish, in Natchitoches.

    Hours, fees and rules for Fort St. Jean Baptiste State Historic Site →

Best picks by activity

Camping near Alexandria

  1. Chicot State Park 36 mi south · 181 campsites

Cabins and lodging near Alexandria

  1. Chicot State Park 36 mi south · Cabins or other roofed stays

Hiking near Alexandria

  1. Forts Randolph-Buhlow State Historic Site 3 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
  2. Chicot State Park 36 mi south · Hiking trails listed

Fishing near Alexandria

  1. Chicot State Park 36 mi south · Fishing listed

Questions about state parks near Alexandria

What is the closest state park to Alexandria?

Forts Randolph-Buhlow State Historic Site is the closest, about 3 miles northeast of Alexandria in a straight line. Next are Chicot State Park and Fort St. Jean Baptiste State Historic Site.

How many state parks are near Alexandria?

3 state park units are within 50 miles, and 1 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.

Which state parks near Alexandria have camping?

1 park list camping, the nearest being Chicot State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.

Are dogs allowed at state parks near Alexandria?

None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.

Are there free state parks near Alexandria?

None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.

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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.