Lake Charles State Park

Category: Park

Address: 3705 AR-25, Powhatan, AR 72458, USA

Phone: +18708786595

Opening hours

Sunday: 8AM–5PM

Monday: 8AM–5PM

Tuesday: 8AM–5PM

Wednesday: 8AM–5PM

Thursday: 8AM–5PM

Friday: 8AM–5PM

Saturday: 8AM–5PM

Reviews

Nikki Wycoff

Jul 25, 2022

Always a great time when visiting Lake Charles. Nice swimming area. Pinic tables bathrooms with running water. Nice little playground area. Camping is also available for RV and tents. Also have boat launch.

Yhanvi Holm

Jul 1, 2022

Loved it! We just stayed for a day but it was a great pit stop. Our spot was on the water, nice and cool! Kids could go swimming and play outside. The campsite even had air conditioned private showers.

Curtis Carter

May 2, 2022

I grew up coming here about once a year and although it seems well maintained, it was very crowded. I generally visit state parks for the hiking trails now, and although there are 3 here, I only enjoyed one of them, none are wheelchair friendly, and they are all beginner level.

Dave

Sep 20, 2021

Really like this place, just went the wrong time of, lots of Mosquitoes. We stay in the AAA (full hook ups) but the staff takes great care of everything, bath/ showers were super clean, per my friend. We had site #81 but I don't know if their's a bad site there. Their's different ways to get here, it is a year round campground, so if you're looking for something in this area, we may see you there...sorry my pictures aren't that helpful...

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Questions & Answers

Is beach open yet

Sherry Dobbins | Apr 28, 2019
Eleven Point Digital | Apr 29, 2019

Not as of yesterday =(

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Is lake Charles open now for camping

Tracy Herren | Apr 27, 2021
Candace Dawson | Apr 28, 2021

Yes it's open and the beach isn't as crowded as normal it's kinda nice.

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How much is senior citizen discount on camping spots ?

Benny Bishop | Apr 28, 2019
Jay Davis | Apr 29, 2019

I am thinking it was 10 bucks a night for senior or disability discount I will have to ask my Mom and Aunt to make sure

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Can you swim at lake Charles now

Ronda Williamson | Apr 27, 2021
wolf club | Apr 28, 2021

As of June 2020 is the beach open

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Is the swimming area open as of July 2020?

Gwen Shreve | Apr 27, 2021
Jessica Ford | Apr 28, 2021

Yes. Go early in the morning because it gets full quick.

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Are dogs allowed in the yurt?

Jennifer MCDermott | Jun 1, 2021
Britney Herren | Jun 2, 2021

If You Bring Your Dogs They Have To Be On A Leash

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Does it cost anything to go swimming?

Tonya Hufford | Apr 28, 2019
Jay Davis | Apr 29, 2019

No but if you live far away call them first and ask if swimming beach is open. We have been there several times and it has been closed.

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Is the beach open to swim in?

Leshay Winemiller | Apr 28, 2019
Nick Pugh | Apr 29, 2019

Yes it is

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Is the beach open and safe to swim

Mikinzie Tate | Apr 28, 2019
Heather Meeks | Apr 29, 2019

Mikinzie Tate yes the beach is open and it's safe to swim done been in this yr

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Does lake charles allow weddings?

Alleh King | Oct 29, 2021
Jan Siperly | Oct 30, 2021

I'll bet they do. Like the said ask the park rangers or call the park. They have a nice screened in pavilion and I saw a reunion or company picnic going on this last August.

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How bad are the mosquitoes after 6:30pm?

Rebecca Owens | Aug 30, 2021
Loretta Rowe | Aug 31, 2021

Ya I agree they wasn't bad nothing a little spray wouldn't hurt

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Do they have campers to rent

Josie Leonard | Jul 1, 2021
Gary Henderson | Jul 2, 2021

No they do not. But they do have a place like a cabin i think its called a yurt. That can be rented. Just call the office.

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Is there a bicycle or mountain bike course here?

DavidAdam McIntire | Apr 27, 2021
Alice's Lamb | Apr 28, 2021

i walked two different walking trails. did not see any signage about bike trails.

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Can you tent camp for free

Deet Grogstin | Apr 27, 2021
Jonathan Rodgers | Apr 28, 2021

Nope some sites have electric and water hook up and some do not the ones that have electric and water are lik 25.50 a night the ones without is cheaper lol

Is the beach open right now?

Stephanie Truxler | Apr 27, 2021
Lacie Henry | Apr 28, 2021

Yes, BUT only 100 people max. If you dont get there by SUPER early in the morning, youll be turned around, OR have the choice to wait, until someone leaves although there is always a line.

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Is the swimming area open now?

SuperREGAH | Apr 27, 2021
Mollie Mason | Apr 28, 2021

Yes, but only 100 people are allowed in the day use area at a time so it's important to get there early if it's a weekend visit.

Does it cost to go swimming

Lacresha Johnson | Apr 27, 2020
Kristin Moore | Apr 28, 2020

No

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Can you drink at the lake?

Danielle McManner | Apr 27, 2020
Cari Johnson | Apr 28, 2020

Sure! But it's a state park, so probably not legally

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When does the lake open of 2019 season

Amanda Wilson | Apr 27, 2020
Kay Pullen | Apr 28, 2020

All year well for summer months it opens whenever the water says so😁

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When does lake Charles swimming area close

Jackalynn Vanlandingham | Apr 28, 2019
Stephen Breitkreuz | Apr 29, 2019

I think it closes at sunset.

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Is there a gift shop, and if so, do they sell books?

Jo Calizzi | Apr 28, 2019
Cindy Clark | Apr 29, 2019

Dont think there is, small check in booth.

Can you jug fish lake Charles

anthony jones | Apr 28, 2019
Brandon Hackworth | Apr 29, 2019

Absolutely you can

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How much is it to rent the yurt? Thanks.

Felecia Daley | Apr 28, 2019
Shon Cunningham | Apr 29, 2019

Should be around $55 a night

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Do you have cabins you rent out?

Donnie Galbreath | Apr 28, 2019
Kelly Manuel | Apr 29, 2019

No

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Is the beach open yet

Shelby Moore | Apr 28, 2019
Allen Mcanulty | Apr 29, 2019

Yes

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Is the lake opened today

Steph Wycuff | Apr 28, 2019
Kelly Manuel | Apr 29, 2019

Yes

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Is the beach open for swimming today?

Joshua Pannells | Apr 28, 2019
Craig Reed | Apr 29, 2019

Wat time do they close

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Heard the beach is closed due to snakes was wondering if it is or not

Destiny Lambert | Apr 27, 2020
Britney Herren | Apr 28, 2020

What Kind Of Snakes Are They I Have Been Out To Lake Charles Bunch Of Times And Have Not Seen Any Snakes

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is the beach open

kelly whaley | Apr 28, 2019
Rayvan Rundel | Apr 29, 2019

Yes, just left there yesterday.

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Is the park/camping still open? I’ve called but can’t seem to get through. Thanks!

Kathryn Pasala | Apr 28, 2019
Connie Nelson | Apr 29, 2019

Yes, they are open. Keep trying.

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Is the beach open today ?

Patricia Reece | Apr 28, 2019
D | Apr 29, 2019

No

Are you going to replace the rental campers, that you have pulled out?

Bonnie Campbell | Apr 28, 2019
Bobby Davis | Apr 29, 2019

No

I have a 29ft motor home we are thinking about coming to your campsite this weekend do I have certain.campsite I have to.park at and what yall charge per nite

Gary Loveless | Apr 28, 2018
John Ivy | Apr 29, 2018

Agree with Maria. Its a nice safe place for family. Best to contact them on rates. They have different areas. Camp sites, swim area, so on. It is a nice little town but be sure to bring all u need. Thers isnt any stores very close, esp during the night.

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What is the max hp outboard aloud on the lake

Adren Kent | Apr 28, 2018
Meriweather Lewis | Apr 29, 2018

There are no HP restrictions for Lake Charles! (Unlike a few other lakes in Arkansas that have 10 HP Restriction or outright ban combustion engines.)

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