7 Picture Perfect Fall Day Trips To Take In Louisiana

Nothing says fall quite like getting lost in a corn maze. Head on over to Dixie Maze Farms in Shreveport to experience this 8-acre corn maze, and see how long it takes you to get out. If you’re up for it, visit at night when it transforms into a haunted maze that’s sure to scare the wits out of you. You can find Dixie Maze Farms at 9596 Sentell Rd, Shreveport, Louisiana 71107.

Cheer on jousting knights, dine on turkey legs and ale, and much, much more at this themed festival. Every fall, more than 600 artisans descend on the town of Hammond during the month of November and part of December to create the "Village of Albright," celebrating the best parts of the 16th century. This is one festival you won’t want to miss. The fair is found at 46468 River Rd, Hammond, Louisiana 70401.

With 600 acres of forest and 5.5 miles of hiking trails, the Louisiana State Arboretum is a nature lover’s paradise. Find it at 1300 Sudie Lawton Ln, Ville Platte, Louisiana 70586.

Both North and South Toledo Bend State Parks have several trails with scenic views of the reservoir. During the fall, the trees are absolutely stunning as they change colors.

Learn more about hiking the reservoir here.

For three weekends in October, you can eat authentic German food, drink an ice cold German beer, and dance to Oompah music at the annual Deutsches Haus Oktoberfest in New Orleans. Check it out at 1700 Moss St., New Orleans, LA 70119.

It’s not fall until you’ve decorated your house with pumpkins. Curry Farms up in Rayville has a beautiful selection and makes for a picture-perfect day. Find them at 548 Robinson Drive, Rayville, LA 71269.