Frequently Asked Questions about Lake Louisa State Park

Question: Do I have to have a fishing license to fish in the lakes located on the park?
Answer: Yes, our lakes fall under the same fresh water guidelines and State statues as any other in Florida.

Question: Is hunting allowed in the State Park?
Answer: No, our wildlife is protected by State Law.

Question: Is there a boat ramp for larger boats on the park property?
Answer: No, however there are public boat ramps located on the westside of Lake Louisa off of Hull Road.

Question: What kind of wildlife might I see during my visit to the park?
Answer: We have many animals and birds here in the park. There are White Tail deer and Wild Florida turkey. You might also see raccoon, Bobcat, Opossum, Marsh Rabbit, and numerous other mammals. Our reptiles include alligators, turtles and a unique species of lizard. You may observe migratory birds here as well as our year round residents.

Question: How deep is Lake Louisa? Lake Dixie?
Answer: Lake Louisa is one of the most shallow in the Chain of Lakes. Depth ranges from one foot to 22 foot when the water is at a normal level. Boating can become tricky if one is not familiar with the lake. Lake Dixie is one of our most popular fishing lakes, it deepest parts are about 26 feet. Largemouth Bass, Catfish and Brim are some of the fish that have been caught from the lake. Hand carried boats such as canoes are allowed on lake Dixie.

Question: Is there overnight camping available?
Answer: Yes. Lake Louisa State Park has a 60-site full facility campground with electric and water hookups. Fifteen of the 60 sites have sewer hookups. The campground also has two bathhouses, two pavilions, and two fishing piers with canoe/kayak launches, one on Dixie Lake and one on Lake Hammond.

Question: Will the alligators attack me while I am swimming?
Answer: While alligators are wild animals and should be treated as such, Lake Louisa has never recorded any incidents involving our visitors and an alligator. Alligators prefer to stay off to themselves and are very illusive.

Question: Can motorized bikes and all terrain vehicles be ridden off road in the park?
Answer: No, we can not allow these types of vehicles in the park, they damage our natural resources and disrupt the wildlife. All vehicles entering and using State Park roads are subject to adhere to the Florida State Traffic laws, which require License tags and insurance.

Question: How many lakes are in the Chain of Lakes?
Answer: There are 13 lakes in the Chain of lakes, Lake Louisa is the largest covering 3644 acres. Under normal conditions Lake Louisa may be accessed from other lakes by boat.