Sometimes when life has twists and turns, you need to get away from it all. Luckily in Louisiana we have some roads to help you do just that. There are so many beautiful roads in the state it can be hard to pick just one, but we think that Louisiana Highway 1 just might be the most gorgeous of all. Here’s what you can expect if you take this route:
LA 1 is actually one of the longest state highways, going a full diagonal across the state.
There are many places you could start taking this gorgeous route, but I think starting from New Roads makes for a really special journey.
As you continue south you will go around False River, a lovely little lake that can be found in this part of the state.
It used to be part of the Mississippi River, which is why it has such a unique shape.
Eventually you’ll come across the E. D. White Plantation, a Louisiana state historic site in Thibodaux.
This is a great place to make a stop, as it is part of the Louisiana state museum system.
Once you continue going South, you will come across the Leeville Bridge, a multi year project that has created a truly unique bridge.
There are some absolutely beautiful views that you can catch traveling down this part of the road.
As you continue past Golden Meadow, the road will really make you feel that you are in the middle of nowhere.
It’s a great place to get away from it all and ponder the great transformation this region is experiencing as water rises.
Finally you can end your trip at Grand Isle, a popular Louisiana beach destination.
We know you will fall in love with this place, because the sunsets are incredible.
So when you are looking for a way to get away from it all, consider traveling down Louisiana Highway 1. We know that you are going to have a beautiful time that will definitely give you a breath of fresh air—and perhaps a fresh perspective on all of the landloss that this part of our state is experiencing.
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