Calling all road warriors! We’ve got another road trip in Louisiana for you, this time leading to some of the lesser-known attractions in Louisiana. We’ll be driving through the countryside, starting up in the northern part of the state and heading south for a bit. The entire road trip from point to point is less than two hours, but you’ll want to allow ample time to stop and enjoy the sites. We’ve even included a place to stay so you don’t have to worry about driving back home at the end of the day. What a perfect weekend road trip!

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1. Bonnie & Clyde Ambush Museum

Bonnie & Clyde Ambush Museum, 2419 Main St, Gibsland, LA 71028, USA
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Our first stop brings us to the Bonnie & Clyde Ambush Museum in Gibsland. Here, you can learn all about the life and death of two of the most infamous outlaws in American history. You’ll see everything from newspaper clippings to authentic memorabilia, including rare photographs, a few of Clyde’s guns, and even some artifacts that were found in the car after they were shot dead in 1934. Our next stop on the trip will bring us to the shoot-out site, but more on that in a minute.

The museum itself also holds a fascinating space in the Bonnie and Clyde story—it was once Ma Canfield’s Cafe, the cafe where Bonnie and Clyde stopped to get what would end up being their last meal. What was their last meal you might ask? For Clyde, a fried bologna sandwich. Bonnie got a BLT. She was still holding half the sandwich after the famous shootout.

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2. Bonnie & Clyde Death Spot

Bonnie & Clyde Death Spot, Par Rd 300, Gibsland, LA 71028, USA
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You can't go to the museum and not visit the place where the shootout occurred. It's located less than 10 miles away from the museum, just head south on LA-154. It's not very well marked, and if you blink you'll miss it, but it's there. Although you most likely won't be spending as much time here as you did at the museum, there is a space to pull over and see the historical markers and take some photos.

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3. Gator Country LA Alligator Park

Gator Country LA Alligator Park, 380 Old Bayou Pierre Rd, Natchitoches, LA 71457, USA
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Our next stop on this road trip in Louisiana brings us to Natchitoches, where Gator Country LA Alligator Park is located. Gator Country is the largest alligator park in Louisiana, and it’s home to over 250 American Alligators, as well as other fun swamp critters like raccoons, caimans, tortoises, and more. Catch a feeding show, explore the Rocky Raccoon Resort and Reptile House, and maybe even hold a baby alligator or feed a tortoise during your visit. This is one unique attraction in Louisiana the entire family will enjoy.

4. The Cabins of Horseshoe Hills Ranch

The Cabins of Horseshoe Hills Ranch, 240 Bayou Pierre Cutoff Rd, Natchitoches, LA 71457, USA
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After a full day of soaking up some history and checking out the wildlife, you'll love the peace and quiet from a night or two at The Cabins at Horseshoe Hills Ranch. There are six rustic cabins with beautiful waterfront views of Bayou Pierre available to rent within these scenic 40 acres of woods. Visit the Cabins at Horseshoe Hills Ranch website to check for rates and availability before your road trip so you can make sure they have availability!

5. Grayson’s Barbecue

Grayson's Barbeque, 5849 U. S. Hwy 71, Clarence, LA 71414, USA
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There's no better way to end the day than with some good food, and Grayson's is the perfect place to end this unique little road trip. Grayson's Barbecue is a hidden gem for sure, but locals know that this is the best place to score tasty BBQ, and it has been a popular neighborhood joint since 1959. Follow Grayson's Barbecue on Facebook so you never miss out on any specialty creations coming from the kitchen.

Pro tip: Get the potato salad with your BBQ. It's melt-in-your-mouth delicious!

Have you ever visited any of these unique roadside attractions in Louisiana? Let us know in the comments! If this road trip in Louisiana inspired you, then you might enjoy this road trip to some of the most haunted places in Louisiana. Don’t forget to stock up on all the best road trip snacks. We all know they’re the best part of the trip!

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What are the best road trips in Louisiana?

Some of the best road trips in Louisiana include:

  • Creole Nature Trail: This 180-mile All-American Road takes you through some of the most scenic parts of southwestern Louisiana. It stretches from the Lake Charles Area all the way down to the Gulf Coast, with plenty of National Wildlife Refuges and scenic areas to stop and stretch your legs. 
  • Longleaf Scenic Byway: This scenic road trip in Louisiana takes you through Louisiana’s Kisatchie National Forest. At 17 miles, it may not be the longest, but it covers some of the most diverse landscapes in the state. Plus, there are ample opportunities to park the car and tackle one of the many hiking trails in the Kisatchie National Forest. 

Read on to discover more about Louisiana’s scenic byways and some of our own unique road trips in Louisiana. 

What are the best hiking trails in Louisiana?

Some of the best hiking trails in Louisiana include:

  • Tammany Trace: Louisiana’s only rail trail weaves through five towns in St. Tammany Parish. The paved path runs for 31 miles with a trailhead at each town. It’s a popular hiking trail for bikes and pedestrians, and an equestrian trail runs for some (not all) of the Trace. 
  • Wild Azalea Trail: The Wild Azalea Trail is the longest primitive trail in Louisiana. Located in the Kisatchie National Forest, the trail clocks in at 24 miles out and back. The start and end points of the Wild Azalea Trail are the Woodworth Town Hall and the Valentine Lake Recreation Area. Both offer parking. 

Read on to discover more of the best hiking trails in Louisiana. 

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