Summer just keeps heating up and that means it’s time to discover and explore some places in New Orleans that are really special. This state park is going to be your new favorite spot to get away from it all. Here’s the scoop on the nearby Bayou Segnette State Park in Westwego, LA.

Bayou Segnette State Park is truly a hidden gem in the New Orleans area and is less than 40 minutes away for most New Orleanians.
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You can find this park at 7777 Westbank Expressway in Westwego, LA.
It's open from 6am - 9pm on weekdays and until 10pm on weekends.
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There is truly something for the whole family here.
The nature trail here is a nice relaxing 1 mile loop around the park.
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There are also ample campgrounds at the park.

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Boating and fishing are very popular activities here.
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There are both freshwater and saltwater fishing opportunities and if you bring your boat out here you'll have the chance to explore other areas in the park only accessible by boat.
There is some gorgeous scenery here that will help you relax and unwind.
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It's truly special here.
And...they have a wave pool!
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It's super fun in the summer months.
You are going to fall in love with this park.
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You might just want to keep it a secret...

We think you are going to fall in love with this beautiful place! Let us know what you love about this park or if there are other places you love to go for when you need to escape New Orleans and get away from it all.

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