| Located in northeast Louisiana, in Tensas Parish. From I-20, take US 65 south. From US 65, take LA 128 east to LA 606 north, then to LA 604.
The park takes its name from the adjacent oxbow lake & features magnificent cypress groves along the shore. Access to every acre for incomparable fishing, superb H2O sports & fine outdoor living.
Three large fishing piers, a year-round boat launch, & a boat shed for docking make things convenient for the casual or serious fisherman. Rental boats are available. Largemouth bass fishing is popular all year round, but the best months are April, May, June, September & October. Crappie (white perch) are taken around the piers & mats in the early spring. Bluegill fishing is best in the shallower waters at both ends of the lake.
Water sports, pleasure boating & swimming are also popular activities at Lake Bruin. A special area along the lake with a sandy beach is set aside for swimming. A bathhouse is located nearby. Lake Bruin's day use area offers picnic tables & barbeque grills situated near the lake & adjacent to two of the fishing piers, restrooms & playground areas. A covered pavilion allows park visitors to enjoy their meals whatever the weather. Most facilities are wheelchair accessible.
Nearby Attractions:
Winter Quarters State Historic Site
Tensas National Wildlife Refuge
Buckhorn Wildlife Management Area
Town of St. Joseph
Poverty Point Reservoir State Park
Poverty Point State Historic Site |
Lake Bruin State Park Campground Web Site
Driving Direction GPS Coordinates:
31.943700, -91.205900
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Campground: Lake Bruin State Park in St. Joseph Louisiana *