7 EV Charging Stations in Lake Charles, LA
Locations, networks, and charger types — updated weekly from U.S. DOE data
As of March 2026, Lake Charles, Louisiana has 7 publicly accessible EV charging stations with 27 charging ports. Tesla Destination operates 28.6% of stations in the area, followed by Tesla at 14.3% — part of Louisiana's 329 stations statewide.
44% of ports (12) are DC fast chargers capable of adding 100+ miles of range in under 30 minutes, while 56% (15) are Level 2 chargers suited for longer stops. Available connector types include CCS, Tesla (NACS). Learn more in our Tesla Supercharger network. View national charging statistics for broader context.
For regional context, see how Louisiana's EV infrastructure compares with Texas.
Infrastructure Grade
44% DC Fast
Based on DC Fast Charger ratio
12 of 27 ports
How is this graded?
Based on DC Fast Charger ratio:
- A: 40%+ DC Fast ports
- B: 30–39%
- C: 20–29%
- D: 10–19%
- F: Under 10%
Density Metrics
Data Status
Current
Last updated: Mar 25, 2026
Data sourced from U.S. DOE AFDC
Which EV Charging Networks Operate in Lake Charles, LA?
Where Are the 7 Charging Stations in Lake Charles?
Prien Lake Shopping Center - Tesla Supercharger
Lake Charles, LA
Sam Houston Jones State Park
Candlewood Suites Lake Charles South - Tesla Destination
Home2 Suites by Hilton Lake Charles - Tesla Destination
SOWELA Technical Community College
Stay-N-Charge EV Charging Station - Tru by Hilton Lake Charles
What Is the EV Charging Outlook for Lake Charles?
Strong Fast Charging Network
44% of charging ports in Lake Charles are DC fast chargers, providing good options for quick charging sessions.
Diverse Network Coverage
With 6 different charging networks available, EV drivers in Lake Charles have excellent flexibility in choosing their preferred provider.
Where Else Can I Charge Near Lake Charles?
Beaumont, Texas
Iowa, Louisiana
Sulphur, Louisiana
Nederland, Texas
Orange, Texas
Silsbee, Texas
Jennings, Louisiana
Port Arthur, Texas
Lumberton, Texas
Vinton, Louisiana
Data source: U.S. Department of Energy — Alternative Fuels Data Center
🏨 Charge While You Stay — Hotels with EV Charging in Lake Charles
3 hotels with on-site EV charging · 2 Tesla Destination · 8 Level 2 ports
Candlewood Suites Lake Charles South
⚡ Tesla1105 W Prien Lake Rd
Tesla Destination: full charge in 6–10 hrs overnight
📍 View on MapHome2 Suites by Hilton Lake Charles
⚡ Tesla1200 W Prien Lake Rd
Tesla Destination: full charge in 6–10 hrs overnight
📍 View on MapStay-N-Charge EV Charging Station - Tru by Hilton Lake Charles
Level 21220 W Prien Lake Rd
Level 2: ~40–80mi range added per hour overnight
📍 View on Map"City-to-city differences in climate, travel patterns, housing, charging preferences, and demographics aren't considerations captured in other infrastructure assessments. Making that data publicly available will prove pivotal as cities work to determine their network needs."