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Facts about (Jimmie Davis State Park):
Overview ofJimmie Davis State Park- Facts, Trivia,and Historical Information :
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.Born in 1899 near Beech Springs, La., Davis attended Louisiana College and Louisiana State University, served on the Public Service Commission and performed as a country/western and gospel singer for many years, including appearan
Services, Activities, Amenities, Attractions in (Jimmie Davis State Park):
Camping-Improved - A designated site with electricity, water, tent pad, picnic table, grill & fire ring & comfort station in area.Camping-Unimproved - No designated site, no utilities, but may have a comfort station nearby.Camping-Tent Only - Individual site with tent pad, fire ring & lantern post with a comfort station nearby.Group Camping Area - Designated sites for large groups (Scout Troops, etc.) and has no utilities.Swimming Pool/Beach - Swimming pool hours are seasonal; call park for sche
Contact Information:
Address:Jimmie Davis State Park at Caney Lake, 1209 State Park Road , Chatham, LA, 71226
Phone No:318-249-2595
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