State Parks Near Opelousas, Louisiana

7 state park units lie within 50 miles of Opelousas, including 1 park across the line in Mississippi. The closest is Chicot State Park, about 22 mi northwest of town. 1 park is within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.

Closest park
Chicot State Park22 mi northwest
Within 25 miles
1of 7 within 50 mi
With camping
33 with cabins
Dog-friendly
0pets allowed

State parks near Opelousas, nearest first

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

  1. Chicot State Park

    22 miles northwest · 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.

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  2. Longfellow-Evangeline State Historic Site

    31 miles southeast · St. Martinville, Louisiana · State Historic Site

    Covering about 164 acres, Longfellow-Evangeline State Historic Site lies in St. Martin Parish, in St. Martinville.

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  3. Lake Fausse Pointe State Park

    44 miles southeast · St. Martinville, Louisiana · State Park

    Popular activities here are canoeing and kayaking, boating, biking, fishing, and hiking. Water access includes boat or kayak rentals.

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  4. Palmetto Island State Park

    46 miles south · Abbeville, Louisiana · State Park

    The park supports swimming, boating, biking, fishing, and hiking. Camping is available: 97 campsites across 3 camping areas, including RV sites, tent sites, and primitive or hike-in sites. If you'd rather not camp, the park offers cabins.

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  5. Port Hudson State Historic Site

    49 miles east · Zachary, Louisiana · State Historic Site

    Covering about 913 acres, Port Hudson State Historic Site lies in East Feliciana Parish, about 7 miles west of Zachary.

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  6. Audubon State Historic Site

    50 miles northeast · St. Francisville, Louisiana · State Historic Site

    Audubon State Historic Site is a historic site in West Feliciana Parish, about 13 miles northwest of Zachary.

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  7. Clark Creek State Park

    50 miles northeast · Woodville, Mississippi · State Park

    Things to do include hiking.

    Hiking$2 per person

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Best picks by activity

Camping near Opelousas

  1. Chicot State Park 22 mi northwest · 181 campsites
  2. Lake Fausse Pointe State Park 44 mi southeast · 63 campsites
  3. Palmetto Island State Park 46 mi south · 97 campsites

Cabins and lodging near Opelousas

  1. Chicot State Park 22 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
  2. Lake Fausse Pointe State Park 44 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
  3. Palmetto Island State Park 46 mi south · Cabins or other roofed stays

Swimming near Opelousas

  1. Palmetto Island State Park 46 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area

Hiking near Opelousas

  1. Chicot State Park 22 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
  2. Lake Fausse Pointe State Park 44 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
  3. Palmetto Island State Park 46 mi south · Hiking trails listed
  4. Clark Creek State Park 50 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed

Fishing near Opelousas

  1. Chicot State Park 22 mi northwest · Fishing listed
  2. Lake Fausse Pointe State Park 44 mi southeast · Fishing listed
  3. Palmetto Island State Park 46 mi south · Fishing listed

Questions about state parks near Opelousas

What is the closest state park to Opelousas?

Chicot State Park is the closest, about 22 miles northwest of Opelousas in a straight line. Next are Longfellow-Evangeline State Historic Site and Lake Fausse Pointe State Park.

How many state parks are near Opelousas?

7 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 Opelousas have camping?

3 parks list camping, the nearest being Chicot State Park, Lake Fausse Pointe State Park and Palmetto Island State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.

Are dogs allowed at state parks near Opelousas?

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

Are there free state parks near Opelousas?

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.