9 Amazing Parks In Louisiana That You Have To Visit
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Kezia Kamenetz
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They don’t call Louisiana sportsman’s paradise for nothing. We have some of the most sprawling and gorgeous waterways in the entire United States. It is truly a wonderland for hunters, fishermen, boaters, and nature lovers from around the country. Here are some of the most popular parks in the state.
Equipped with 18 deluxe waterfront cabins, this park is home to numerous birds, mammals, and reptiles, and can be found near Saint Martinville, LA.
The only National Forest in the state, the over 600,000 acres of this park includes some of Louisiana’s oldest rocks and largest longleaf pine forests.
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This favorite place to go fishing offers such freshwater catches as largemouth bass, catfish, bluegill, and black crappie.
This botanical garden and grounds is a unique edition to the Louisiana state park system. It can be found in the tall pines of West Central Louisiana along Hwy 171 between Many and Leesville.
A popular wildlife preserve for boaters and fishermen.
A beach at the edge of the Gulf of Mexico that has attracted Louisianaians from across the state.
One of only a couple national historical parks in the state, the swamp preserve and covered trails are simply gorgeous.
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The cypress swamp side cabins that line Chicot Lake in this park are perfect for a family getaway.
A favorite spot for day swimmers that’s found just over the Causeway Bridge on Lake Pontchartrain.
How many of these parks have you been able to visit? Do you have a favorite park that isn’t on this list? Tell us in the comments below!
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