Louisiana has many beautiful bayous, swamps, and rivers, each one prettier than the next. Northern Louisiana has a landscape that’s so unique, it’s easy to think you’ve been transported to a new world. The Upper Ouachita National Wildlife Reserve is one of those places. Let’s take a look at what makes this place so special.

The Upper Ouachita National Wildlife Reserve is located in northern Louisiana, between Monroe and the Louisiana/Arkansas border.
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Established in 1978, it’s almost 50,000 acres are home to thousands of animals.
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Thousands of ducks and geese spend their winters here.
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Alligators, beavers, bald eagles and the Louisiana black bear are also found here.
The Ouachita River bisects the refuge.
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In the fall, you’ll see colors that’ll make you think you’re in New England
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It’s a wonderful place to explore.
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Or sit back and enjoy the sunset
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Or simply admire nature's beauty.
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I mean, just look at this sunrise over Finch Lake?
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Finch Lake is in the southern part of the reserve.

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