Everyone in Louisiana knows that as summer gets hotter, you’ve gotta figure out ways to stay cool. Whether its Flavor-Ice popsicles, wet handkerchiefs around your neck, or hanging in a baby pool, we’ve all got our special ways to beat the heat. These beautiful photographs of the Louisiana landscape will show you some ways to cool down right from the comfort of your own home. Here are some of the most relaxing photos of Louisiana that will help you forget about the heat.

1. Take a shallow dip.
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The temperature is perfect.
2. Go for a relaxing drive.
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This only works if you have A/C.
3. Let your mind wander.
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Sometimes the swamp looks like a Dr. Seuss book.
4. Rest under the shade of this tree.
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Moss isn't as soft as it looks.
5. Feel the cool breeze of incoming rain.
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Ah! You just hit the summer jackpot!
6. Have a staring contest with an egret.
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Or is it a heron?

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7. Daydream across bridges.
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Pendleton Bridge Toledo Bend Lake, between Louisiana and Texas, Many, LA
8. Appreciate beauty.
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Fontainebleau Treescape.
9. Lean back with a cold drink in your hand.
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Just feel the breeze.
10. Watch the sun go down.
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An evening of thinking.
11. Decide to do all that stuff--tomorrow.
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It's a summer night, you can't be expected to work!
12. Count your blessings.
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Fontainebleau Pier.

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