Now is the perfect time to start planning all of your summer activities. For an incredibly unique hike that's both scenic and historic, take a road trip over to the Woodlands Conservancy, where you can explore some of the most beautiful hiking trails in Louisiana. The best part is the historic surprise at the end of one of the trails. Interested? Keep reading!
You’ll find the Woodlands Conservancy in Belle Chasse, just outside of New Orleans.
Dedicated to preserving and restoring our forested wetlands, this beautiful scenic spot features 630 acres of gorgeous scenery to explore.
These forested wetlands provide a habitat for all your favorite swamp criers including turtles, raccoons, armadillos, as well as deer, snakes, and countless others.
It also happens to be home to countless migratory birds, which you’ll see and hear along your exploration.
The Woodlands features over 10 miles of trails including two different foot trails as well as one equestrian trail.
The trails meander along a spill-bank that will give you a glimpse at some of our beautiful wetlands.
It's a great trail to explore with the whole family. Kids of all ages will love getting to spot the various different types of wildlife.
Depending on the time of year that you visit, you could also see all of the wildflowers in bloom, which will add a nice pop of color to your walk.
At the end of the Bottomland Trail, you’ll come across something truly unique, a grouping of ammunition magazines left over from WWII.
A reminder of when the area was occupied by the military, you can poke your head in one of these 10 WWII ammunition magazines, something you won’t find on just any old nature walk.
For more information, be sure to check out its website and give it a follow on Facebook.
Have you ever explored the trails at the Woodlands Conservancy? Let us know in the comments below!
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