Covington, Louisiana, to New Orleans is a straight shot over Lake Pontchartrain, and we discuss the best route to and from. In this episode, we talk about the best time of year to visit Covington, Louisiana, as well as typical Covington, LA weather. Also, if you’re looking for unique Covington, LA things to do, stick around for our Perfect Day In segment. We cover all things from pie to beignets and beyond. Who's ready to visit Covington, Louisiana with us?
Exploring Louisiana’s small towns is one of the best ways to experience Louisiana on a local level. Major cities like Baton Rouge, Shreveport, and Louisiana are all fabulous cities, but there’s nothing that can compare to a small-town getaway. If you’re looking for the perfect small town to spend a few days in, visiting Ville Platte, Louisiana might be just what you need.
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Ville Platte is a tiny little town in central Louisiana that’s home to about 6,300 residents.
It’s not really located in an area that you’d just ‘happen to drive by’. Since it’s not that close to any major cities, it feels like you’re a million miles away from everything. We love that.
Sitting pretty just outside of Cajun Country in the Bayou Teche Region, visiting Ville Platte is perfect for nature lovers.
It’s perfect for scenic drives, too. The Zydeco Cajun Prairie Scenic Byway passes right through Ville Platte and will take you on a historic (and scenic) ride for 283 miles.
Louisiana’s largest state park is overflowing with outdoor adventures. Much of the park’s amenities are centered around the lake, and it’s a perfect spot for fishing. I love renting a canoe from the park and setting off on the 8-mile paddle trail here.
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There are a handful of hotels in Ville Platte, but I’d highly recommend staying in the cabins at Chicot State Park.
These floating cabins give you a front-row seat to the lake and they’re super spacious. You can dock your boat right outside your door, and each cabin has its own little pier to fish or lounge from.
The Louisiana State Arboretum is also located here, and it’s full of educational hiking trails that are family-friendly.
Specializing in Cajun and Creole fare, this restaurant is actually housed in a former bank! The atmosphere is just as unique as the menu.
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Are you planning on visiting Ville Platte, Louisiana any time soon? Fall is one of our favorite times to visit--the bugs are at bay and the temperatures are great for outdoor adventures.
Read on to discover even more of Louisiana's small towns:
I absolutely love carving out some time every fall to do a little leaf-peeping and enjoy the cooler temperatures. Even though Louisiana may not have the grandiose color splash that our friends up north experience, it doesn’t mean we don’t have anything. Homer is one of my favorite places for fall day trips in Louisiana to spend some time in during the season, and here’s what awaits you when you pay a visit to this charming town in Claiborne Parish.
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Named after the Greek poet, Homer is one of the best fall towns in Louisiana to spend a weekend exploring.
The downtown area offers plenty of things to do in fall in Louisiana including shopping and restaurants, and a few claims to fame that history lovers will enjoy. For example, the present-day courthouse is only one of four pre-Civil War courthouses in Louisiana that is still used today! The other three are in St. Francisville, St. Martinville, and Thibodaux.
The local history museum is housed in the former Claiborne Hotel which was built in 1890. Here, you can learn all about the history and culture of the area, and even get an opportunity to view the oldest compressed bale of cotton in the United States, which is believed to date back to 1930. You’ll also learn about the oil industry, as the town experience a massive boom when oil was discovered here in 1921.
Lake Claiborne is the crown jewel of the town, and you’d be doing yourself a favor to enjoy a meal along the lake.
The 6,400-acre man-made lake was formed by damming Bayou D’Arbonne, and the park itself offers 643 acres of natural scenery to enjoy.
It's one of the best places to see the leaves change in Louisiana, but you'll have to wait a little longer to see them. Typically, we see ours begin to change around November, but this year the weather has been crazy! One cold snap could bump the timeline up.
But if you prefer four walls and a roof over your head, I've got a great spot for you. This Vrbo in Homer sits directly over Lake Claiborne and is just delightful during the fall.
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With all of these fun activities, this is sure to be one of the most memorable fall day trips you could take in Louisiana. And if you're interested in more leaf-peeping adventures, take our fall foliage road trip in Louisiana.
