Posted in Louisiana
March 02, 2021
The Ultimate Louisiana Hidden Gem Road Trip Will Take You To 8 Incredible Little-Known Spots In The State
Vacations come in different forms, and road trips are one of our favorites. They’re the best way to see the sights, and you can easily alter your plans to cater to your schedule. Since COVID-19 has put a damper on traveling long distances, consider staying local and taking this road trip through Louisiana where you’ll end up at some incredible sights.
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Of course, you'll want to stop off along the way and see the sights. There are plenty of places to stay along the way if you'd like to make a weekend out of it!
Louisiana isn't well-known for its beaches, and that makes them a perfect hidden gem for some fun in the sun. We begin our road trip down along the coastal town of Cameron where you'll find Holly Beach, a great spot to sink your toes in the sand, do a little surf fishing, or search the shoreline for seashells.
Now that you have saltwater in your hair, it’s time to head north to the Sabine National Wildlife Refuge. The largest coastal marsh refuge on the Gulf Coast, Sabine clocks in at over 124,000 acres of untouched natural beauty. It’s home to more than 200 species of birds and a huge population of alligators as well as blue crabs, shrimp, otters, and more. The Wetland Walkway will lead you through the refuge with beautiful marsh views every step of the way.
Next stop, gatorville! Gator Chateau is conveniently located just off of I-10 in Jennings, so you won’t have to go out of your way to visit this little attraction where you can hold a baby gator!
Our next stop takes us to Lake Arthur, a town and body of water that share a name located just outside of Lake Charles. Lake Arthur Park & Boardwalk features tons of green space to sprawl out on as well as beautiful views of the lake. The Regatta is located nearby, and it's a great restaurant to fuel up while enjoying the incredible waterfront views.
Next, we hop on over to Rayne, a mid-sized town in Acadia Parish known as the “Frog Capital of the World.” Rayne and frogs have a long history together, and you’ll see several murals and statues of the little fellas as you explore the town. Be sure to visit St. Joseph Cemetery while you’re there. Affectionally nicknamed “wrong way cemetery,” it’s the only north-south facing cemetery in the country.
Nature Lovers will rejoice after spending a few hours at this hidden gem in New Iberia. The city park is filled with lovely walking trails, stunning views, playgrounds, and fishing opportunities.
Next on our journey, we head on over to Cypremort Point State Park. Nestled along the Vermilion Bay, this hidden state park has a little stretch of man-made beach you can sprawl out on as well as a pier to do a little fishing.
Art lovers, you'll adore our final stop on this road trip. Down in Bayou Country, the Chauvin Sculpture Garden may be one of the most unique art exhibits in the state. You can learn all about the history of this special spot in our previous article here.
And there you have it! Are you planning on taking this road trip any time soon? Let us know in the comments below! After you’ve checked this road trip off of your bucket list, maybe you’ll want to tackle this haunted road trip that will take you to some of the spookiest places in Louisiana.
Address: Holly Beach, LA, USA
Address: 306 Beach Ln, Cypremort Point, LA 70538, USA
Address: 5337 Bayouside Dr, Chauvin, LA 70344, USA
Address: Lake Arthur, LA 70549, USA
Address: Rayne, LA 70578, USA
Address: 300 Parkview Dr, New Iberia, LA 70563, USA
