Prien Lake Park
Prien Lake Park
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macstrip
Lake Charles, LA9 contributions
Dec 2022
This park has been built to encourage people to exercise The scenery is beautifu lwith the walking paths and the places to stop to perform certain exercises. It has a water play area which is on during the summer when the kiddos want to cool off. It is dog friendly with watering bowl for dogs and if you like people watching this is the place for you. It has an ampetheater .and has movies during the summer. Right now it;s a little hard to get to because of road work. You also can see the curved bridge that crosses the lake to give you access to Sulphur and Westlake, La.
Written 25 January 2023
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Sky Tisch
Larchmont, NY41 contributions
Aug 2022 • Couples
It is really beautiful out here. The boat slip was no cool and we saw a bunch of boating activities for folks here. It is paved and has benches on the dock on both sides where you can sit when you are fishing from the dock.
Written 3 September 2022
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Fino Mayers
Parker, CO2 contributions
May 2022
On the weekend, I went with my family to relax and visit this place, the scenery was amazing with my family
Written 21 June 2022
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Sofia B
2 contributions
Feb 2022
Super nice park typically very quiet, tend to go there to unwind and need a lone time.
Can get overcrowded at certain times which I avoid.
Can get overcrowded at certain times which I avoid.
Written 3 February 2022
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Savannah
Pace, FL137 contributions
Apr 2021 • Family
We came here for an evening stroll and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. They view was quaint and peaceful and as long as you can get past the affectionate couples you will enjoy your time here ☀️
Written 26 April 2021
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Pamela S
Lake Charles, LA27 contributions
Mar 2021
I've been here a few times and it's a nice quite park. Very large by the lake. We took family photos there a few years ago and they turned out nicely.
Written 2 April 2021
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Erkla
7 contributions
Jan 2021
This could well be an intoxicating park. Alas! there were quite a few intoxicated guys of no home address in this park.
Written 19 February 2021
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williamdF7267MO
Palm Beach, FL27 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
The park has changed over the years. I stop by the park at least once a year when I'm in town. Nice place, usually clean and safe.
Written 28 January 2020
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mary s
Lake Charles, LA9 contributions
Aug 2019
On sunny mornings I enjoy going to the park to walk and people watch.The view of the lake imakes me happy. I have watched many people their dogs, setting up for picnics, bar bques or birthday parties. Ienjoy the beautiful flowers and trees.It is an excelent place for all these activities.
Written 27 August 2019
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Lisa F
Lake Charles, LA10 contributions
Aug 2019
Whether you are by yourself, with a friend, or walking the dog...
This is the place to go around sunset... So peaceful!,
This is the place to go around sunset... So peaceful!,
Written 7 August 2019
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What is the status of the boat launch? It is almost a year since it closed. Does anyone have an approximate date for it to open?
Brandy
Lake Charles, LA130 contributions
That’s a great question. I haven’t heard any updates on it opening back up in quite a while. I can’t be 100% sure.
teachTX
Texas3 contributions
I read your review that you have fished at Prien Lake. My husband is trying to see if there's a place to fish while we visit Lake Charles since he doesn't care for the casino. Have you had any luck catching fish there? Thanks so much! He may just need to hire a guide. I'm hoping not. :)
Kathy B
Lake Charles, LA10 contributions
Yes you can fish near casino along the rocks across from casino. You can catch red fish and specs and abaabar
can you fish there? is a license needed?
874geraldc
TEMPLE HILLS, United States9 contributions
Yes you can and you will need a Louisiana Fishing License.
Is it free
hannahandtaylor
Lake Charles, LA124 contributions
Yes, the park is free. If you wanted use of the Banquet facility, you would have to pay to rent it.
Are there bathroom facilities at Prien Lake Park? If so, where?
Kelly B
8 contributions
Yes. A couple of places actually. Newer facilities. Clean. All the time. They are located next to playground and in the pavilion area.
PRIEN LAKE PARK (Lake Charles) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Prien Lake Park
- Hotels near Prien Lake Park:
- (1.82 km) Golden Nugget Hotel
- (1.95 km) Wingate by Wyndham Lake Charles Casino Area
- (2.70 km) Hampton Inn Lake Charles
- (7.07 km) The Mulberry Hotel
- (2.00 km) L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles
- Restaurants near Prien Lake Park:
- (2.13 km) Ember Grille & Wine Bar
- (1.70 km) Vic & Anthony's Steakhouse
- (1.60 km) Chart House
- (1.66 km) Landry's Seafood House
- (1.67 km) Lillie's Asian Cuisine