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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.
From eastbound on I20, take LA 9 south to US 80. Turn right onto Hazel Street, then left onto LA 147 to Jonesboro. Take LA 4 east, then turn right onto Lakeshore Drive, then right onto State Park Road. From westbound on I20, take LA 546 south, continuing as it turns into LA 34 south. Turn right onto LA 4, then left onto Lakeshore Drive.
This review is based on our stay this past weekend in our RV. The lake is beautiful, small in certain areas and it's almost like having it to yourself as there weren't many people on it even though every camping spot was full.
We took our motorcycle and rode the back roads of Louisiana and it was some good riding.
State Park was really clean and nice
This park is beautiful and well maintained. The sites are well spaced and very clean. The bathouses are great and there are multiple boat launches, a beach, and various hiking trails to enjoy.
I went here for thr first time, I am impressed with this park. Sites are very clean, clean bathhouse. The lake is pretty and clean as well. Two nice boat launchs, and a boat dock you can park your boat overnight so you don't have to relaunch. I would definitely come back here again.
The best Louisiana State Park we've been to so far! Very clean. Very clean restrooms & showers . The dock is lit up @ night. The large looking cabins have docks. The lake view from all is beautiful! Staff very friendly! Great place for bike rides!
