Bayou Chicot, Louisiana facts for kids
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Bayou Chicot, Louisiana
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 Bayou Chicot, Louisiana
Location in Louisiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Louisiana |
| Parish | Evangeline |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
Bayou Chicot is a small place in Evangeline Parish, Louisiana, in the United States. It is called an unincorporated community. This means it's a settled area that doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Bayou Chicot is located just north of Ville Platte.
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What is Bayou Chicot Like?
Bayou Chicot is known for its natural beauty and outdoor activities. It is home to Chicot State Park. This park has the largest man-made lake in all of Louisiana. It's a great spot for fishing, boating, and enjoying nature.
Mountain Bayou Lake Boy Scout Camp
The community also has the Mountain Bayou Lake Boy Scout Camp. This camp was started in 1980. It has become a very popular place for Boy Scouts. Scouts from Louisiana and Texas often visit this camp for outdoor adventures.
A Look at Bayou Chicot's History
Bayou Chicot holds an important place in the history of Louisiana. It was the location of the very first Baptist church in the state. This church was organized west of the Mississippi River.
Calvary Baptist Church and Joseph Willis
On November 13, 1812, the Calvary Baptist Church was founded here. An important person named Joseph Willis became its pastor. He was an African American missionary. Joseph Willis had already been a preacher to different groups of people in the area. These groups included the Opelousa Indians. His work was very important in the early days of the church in this region.
Schools in Bayou Chicot
Public schools in Evangeline Parish are managed by the Evangeline Parish School Board. Young students in Bayou Chicot attend Bayou Chicot Elementary School. This school teaches children from pre-kindergarten up to eighth grade. After elementary school, older students go to Pine Prairie High School. This high school is located in the nearby town of Pine Prairie.
