Sibley Lake

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Sibley Lake was originally known as Lac Terre Noir as early as 1875. In the early twentiest century Lac Terre Noir was drained and remained a swamp, wooded area until it was developed as a water source in the 1960’s.

Sibley Lake was named in honor of Dr. John Sibley, an early settler, who came to Natchitoches from New England soon after the Louisiana Purchase in 1803.

As early as 1942, the area was recommended as the best location for a new Natchitoches reservoir which was necessary to avoid future water shortages. Completed in 1962 at the cost of 2.3 million dollars, the lake covers approximately 2,000 acres and has a 38 mile shoreline. Recreational activities include fishing, hunting, boating, skiing, camping, and picnicking.

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