Lake Fausse Pointe State Park

Description:

• Recreation in the Heart of French Louisiana

  Situated in the heart of a thriving French culture, Lake Fausse Pointe State Park is adjacent to one of the great natural wonders of North America, the Atchafalaya Basin.

  When writers describe Louisiana's rich natural resources, they have in mind places like Lake Fausse Pointe. This park truly has a great diversity of recreational activities, especially those related to water, and maintains a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere in the midst of rare outdoor beauty.

  Fishing, boating and canoeing opportunities abound. A boat launch gives visitors easy access to the labyrinth of waterways that winds through the Basin. A visitor center complex features a boat dock with rentals, and a country store provides the extras for a delightful stay at the park.

  A large group pavilion sits upon stilts over the edge of Old Bird Island Chute, and picnic areas for small groups to large family reunions are also available. A conference room with a fully outfitted commercial kitchen is perfect for business retreats and group activities. Quiet nature and canoe trails invite curious nature enthusiasts to explore the unique environment of the wetlands with the park naturalist on their own.

  There are 50 units for camping in tents or trailers, each equipped with water and electricity. Primitive group and canoe campsites are also available. Eighteen waterfront vacation cabins featuring screened porches, air conditioning and piers are enormously popular throughout the year.

  Fishing, boating and canoeing, camping

  located south of I-10, approximately 18 miles southeast of St. Martinville on the West Atchafalaya Protection Levee Road. To access the Levee Road from St. Martinville, take LA 96 to LA 679, then to LA 3083. Turn right onto Levee Road for 8 miles. To reserve a cabin, campsite, meeting room or picnic pavilion, call 1-877-CAMP-N-LA toll free (877-226-7652).