There are some amazing things to discover in Louisiana if you’re willing to lace up your hiking shoes and put on a little bug spray. Rock Falls is one of those places. It’s the perfect destination for a short day hike – the falls are beautiful and surrounded by nature and the hike can be completed in less than an hour. Here’s what you need to know to experience this rewarding little hike.

The trail is located in the J. C. "Sonny" Gilbert Wildlife Management Area, a 7,500-acre wildlife area in Catahoula Parish, Louisiana, that’s managed by the State Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.
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It’s about six miles west of Sicily Island.
It’s unlikely you’ll encounter big crowds on the trail. It’s easy to miss- to find it, you’ll turn off by a flea market and travel down a long, narrow stretch of gravel road.
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You’ll find that the trail itself is well marked and the terrain is not terribly difficult to navigate, although there are a few steep sections of trail.
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The area is teeming with wildlife - black bear and a variety of snakes have been spotted by the trail.

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The hike will take you through the trees on a looped path that might make you think you’re in another state.
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Depending on when you hit the trail, you may be the only hiker – it’s a wild trail with a big reward.
Not far into the hike, you’ll find it – Rock Falls. It’s the tallest waterfall in Louisiana, at 17 feet tall.
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While Rock Falls isn’t exactly Niagara Falls, it’s beautiful and serene.
While you can complete the hike in less than an hour, allow some time to take in the tranquility of the falls and the relaxing sound of the water bubbling over the rocks.
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Natural steps will take you down to the base of the falls, where to can enjoy a bit of cool serenity on warm Louisiana days.

Learn more about the J. C. “Sonny” Gilbert Wildlife Management Area here. If you enjoy exploring the wild side of Louisiana, here are some more incredible and secluded hikes you should experience.

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J.C. "Sonny" Gilbert Wildlife Management Area, Sicily Island, LA 71368, USA