Welcome to Jackson Parish

Address: 1209 State Park Rd, Chatham 71226

• Phone: (318) 249-2595
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 Jimmie Davis State Park | Louisiana State Parks - Culture, Recreation, and Tourism (lastateparks.com) 

 Located on a peninsula on Caney Lake, Jimmie Davis State Park offers two boat launches and a fishing pier that cater to the outdoors enthusiast looking for a prime freshwater fishing spot. Waterskiing is another way to enjoy the clear waters of the lake, which was created by damming Caney Creek in 1986. Don't forget to look back at the lakeshore to appreciate the beautiful mixed pine and hardwood forest surrounding the lake and the birds and animals that make the forest their home.

To ensure that there's never a dull moment, the park also has a playground for the kids after a day on the lake. Cyclists will enjoy the park as a starting point for biking treks through the hills of North Louisiana, and nature lovers are invited to discover the beauty of the wooded land and lakefront. Bring your binoculars to get a closer look at the wide variety of birds that live in or pass through the area.

After a day of fishing and exploring the park, stay the night in a cabin...or bring the extended family and sleepover in a lodge. For large groups, a group camp – including four dormitories and a dining hall – is available, with its own playground and fishing pier. RV campers have several scenic sites to choose from, for a closer visit with nature.

Opened in the fall of 1996, Jimmie Davis State Park was originally named Caney Creek Lake State Park. The 2003 Louisiana State Legislature approved renaming the park in honor of two-term Governor Jimmie H. Davis, who served from 1944 to 1948 and again from 1960 to 1964.

Get Directions

• 318-249-2595
• 1-888-677-2263

Site is open daily.

Gate Opening Times:
Sunday through Thursday

• open at 6 a.m.
• close at 10 p.m.

Friday, Saturday and days preceding holidays.

• open at 6 a.m.
• close at 10 p.m.

Entrance Station Hours:
Sunday through Thursday

• 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Friday, Saturday and days preceding holidays.

• 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Admission/Entrance Fees

$3 per person

Free for seniors (62 & older)

Free for children (3 & under)

The sports complex at 5254 hwy 4 Jonesboro la 71251 is open to the public 7days a week.  The complex has a 9 hole disc golf course.  There are 2 playgrounds for the little ones.  The complex has 7 ball fields open for anyone unless games are being played.

There are 2 full basketball courts available for play. A walking trail that’s 1/4 mike long is open for walkers,runners, and bicycles.

We have an archery range that the local 4H club uses and the local Jackson Parish Bow Hunters club uses as well.  For info about our facility or programs call 318-259-3031.