Even though Louisiana is a coastal state, it’s not known for being a beach destination, despite having miles and miles of beautiful coastline to enjoy. Next time you’ve got the urge to enjoy a day of beach bumming, consider packing up the car and heading down to this incredible beach in Louisiana.

Don't worry about finding a good parking spot at Rutherford Beach, because we guarantee you'll have a rockstar spot waiting for you.
Aaron Marich/Google Reviews
It doesn't get much better than this!
Located in Creole, Louisiana, this is one beach you can actually drive on!
Joe Hohner/Google Reviews
No more long hauls with all of your beach gear!
Once you find a spot, set up shop, kick back, and relax.
J. Smith/Google Reviews
This is perfect for folks with a camper van, RV, or even tent camping!

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The water may not be as blue as regions to the east, but it's just as beautiful, and oh-so refreshing on a hot summer day.
Audra D. Watkins/Google Reviews
Pack a cooler and a beach umbrella and sink your toes in the sand. You may even find you have the entire beach to yourself!
It's also an amazing beach to find seashells. You could spend hours strolling along the beach plucking these beauties out of the sand to take home.
Jonny T./Google Reviews
In the evening, set up a beach campfire and roast up some marshmallows and enjoy the sunset over the Gulf.
Casey R./Google Reviews
You're welcome to camp on the beach, too! How's this for a bedroom view?
Nathan Clark/Google Reviews
It doesn't get much better than this, that's for sure!

Once you’ve explored Rutherford Beach, check out its nearby neighbor, Holly Beach. This is another popular beach located west of Rutherford, and you can drive right along the beach here, too. Both are located along Louisiana’s iconic Creole Nature Trail, a scenic 180-mile All-American Road that weaves through southwestern Louisiana.

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