Things to Do

Gear up for a trip down the part of the Bayou Teche Paddle Trail, 135 miles of Atchafalaya swampland. Cypress Bayou Casino, located on the Chitimacha Indian Reservation, is a top regional destination for dining and gaming. Or swing by the Wedell-Williams Aviation & Cypress Sawmill Museum.

Places to Stay

Consider staying at the Carriage House Hotel, a luxury hotel experience on River Ranch.  

Food

Find authentic, locally sourced Cajun delicacies in nearby cities. Consider Bayou Lagniappe in Berwick, Annie Mae's on the Bayou in Franklin, and Mr. Lester's Steakhouse and Mabel’s Kitchen at the Cypress Bayou Casino Hotel in Charenton.

Getting There

It's easy to navigate Patterson — especially since the city is only an hour from Lafayette. If you're flying into town, rent a car, hail a taxi or book a rideshare from the Lafayette Regional Airport.