The Scenic Drive To The Longleaf Vista Overlook In Louisiana Is Almost As Beautiful As The Destination Itself
Jackie Ann
Author
Do you ever get the urge to jump into your car, roll the windows down, and take the scenic route? Louisiana has several scenic byways that will take you on a beautiful ride through the Pelican State, and one of the most underrated scenic drives in Louisiana is the Longleaf Scenic Byway. Gas up the car and get your epic playlist ready for one of the best scenic drives in Louisiana!
Related Stories
This Scenic Drive Runs Straight Through Louisiana's Cajun Country, And It's A Breathtaking Journey
Roll The Windows Down And Take A Drive Down The Longleaf Pine Scenic Byway In Louisiana
The Scenic Road Trip That Will Make You Fall In Love With The Beauty Of Louisiana All Over Again
Check out the beauty and all there is to do in Kisatche National Forest:
Have you ever done one of the amazing scenic drives in Louisiana like the one through Kisatchie National Forest? We think it’s one of the best driving roads in Louisiana. Let us know what you think in the comments.
If you think driving through the forest is beautiful, just wait until you tackle the trails. There are hundreds of primitive hiking trails that weave throughout the forest, and they all range in length and difficulty (but nothing too strenuous). Check out some of our favorite forest trails in Louisiana to get you started, and use AllTrails+ to read trail descriptions and reviews and to download maps so you can use them even when you don’t have service.
OnlyInYourState may earn compensation through affiliate links in this article. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
More to Explore
Things To Do In Louisiana
What are the best attractions in Louisiana?
The best attractions in Louisiana include:
- Shreveport Aquarium. This amazing aquarium houses over 3,000 marine animals like octopi, sharks, and many species of fish.
- Mardi Gras Museum of Imperial Calcasieu. This is the place to see the most intricate and beautiful Mardi Gras costumes.
- Le Vieux Village. This historic village museum depicts Creole life in the 1800s with an old schoolhouse, a doctor’s office, and more.
- Insta-Gator Ranch. Come here to see baby alligators hatching from their eggs and much more.
Learn more about the best attractions in Louisiana.
What are the most incredible natural attractions in Louisiana?
The most incredible natural attractions in Louisiana include:
- Atchafalaya River Basin. This is the largest swamp in America and is riddled with cypress trees, Spanish Moss, and abundant wildlife.
- Avery Island. This is a salt dome that has jungle gardens and a bird rookery and it has gorgeous landscaping. It’s also the home of Tobasco sauce.
- Barataria Preserve. There are boardwalk trails throughout the 20,000 acres of swampland and the views are spectacular.
- Bayou Sauvage National Refuge. Wildlife lovers flock to America’s largest urban wildlife refuge to see gators, snakes, birds, nutria, turtles, and more.
Find out more about the most incredible natural attractions in Louisiana.
What are the most historic towns in Louisiana?
The most historic towns in Louisiana include:
- Opelousas. This town is known as the spice capital of the world and is home to Chachere products, Targil Seasonings, and Savoie meats.
- Natchitoches. This is the oldest permanent settlement of the 1803 Louisiana Purchase and was established in 1714.
- Arcadia. This town is famous for being the place where the infamous Bonnie and Clyde were gunned down in 1934.
- St. Francisville. This town was established in 1809 and has some very well-preserved plantations as well as the Audubon State Historic Site.
Find out more about the most historic towns in Louisiana.