Lake Bistineau State Park

Louisiana State Park

Entrance fee$3 / adult
CampingYes
RV hookupsElectric & water
Cabins / lodgeYes

Lake Bistineau State Park entrance fee

$3 per adult — $3 per person Free for seniors (62 & older) Free for children (3 & under)

Lake Bistineau State Park hours

Site is open daily.

Gate Opening Times:

Sunday through Thursday

open at 8 a.m.

close at 10 p.m.

Friday, Saturday and days preceding holidays.

open at 8 a.m.

close at 10 p.m.

Hours as published by Louisiana State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.

About Lake Bistineau State Park

Cypress and tupelo stand in the open water off this western-shore park, backed by upland hardwood forest. Two boat launches, hiking and biking trails and prized crappie fishing draw visitors to camp or cabin here beside Lake Bistineau.

Things to do

  • 🥾 Hiking
  • 🚲 Biking
  • 🛶 Paddling
  • 🎣 Fishing
  • ⛵ Boating
  • 🐎 Equestrian
  • 🐦 Birding

Amenities & facilities

  • 🏕️ Campsites
  • 🚿 Showers
  • 🛖 Cabins
  • 🏨 Lodge
  • 👥 Group Sites

RV / campsite hookups

  • ⚡ Electric & Water

Camping options

  • 17 Premium Campsites
  • 44 Improved Campsites
  • Deluxe Cabins
  • Lodge
  • Group Camp I

Facility rentals

Pavilions and meeting rooms you can reserve for groups and events.

  • Pavilions — $50 per day Maximum Occupancy of 40. / $70 per day Maximum Occupancy of 60. / $120 per day Maximum Occupancy of 100. · Reserve

Contact

Phone318-745-3503

Address103 State Park Road, Doyline, LA 71023

Upcoming events at Lake Bistineau State Park

Event details and registration are on the Louisiana State Parks calendar.

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