Golf & Small Towns
Explore Louisiana's oldest city — and its nostalgic beauty — through this golf-centric trail.
Day One
Natchitoches
Begin your journey in Natchitoches (Nack-a-tish), the oldest settlement in the Louisiana Purchase and the original French colony in the state, by playing 18 holes at Northwestern Hills Golf Course. In the National Historic Landmark District, you will find French Creole townhouses that make this a charming town. Natchitoches is famous for their meat pies, a must-eat when in the area.
Day Two
Marksville
Just a short drive from Natchitoches and surrounded by Louisiana’s Wildlife Refuge areas, your journey in Marksville will start by playing 18 holes at Tamahka Trails Golf Club in the Paragon Casino Resort. Enjoy down home hospitality and good food without pretense while staying the night at the luxurious resort.
Northwestern Hills Golf Course
Tamahka Trails Golf Club
Kosati Pines Golf Club
Oakwing Golf Club
Day Three
Kinder
Take a scenic drive over to Louisiana’s No Man’s Land to discover one of our hidden jewels in the town of Kinder. The pristine Koasati Pines Golf Club, located at the Coushatta Casino Resort is an 18-hole regulation course designed by Kevin Tucker. After golf, get off the beaten path for a taste of authentic Southern Louisiana food at any one of the restaurants or stops along the Gas Station Eats Trail in Allen Parish. A great selection of hotels is available for your overnight stay.
Day Four
Alexandria
Head on over to Alexandria, play 18 holes at OakWing Golf Club, which offers a unique Jim Lipe design interwoven throughout its beautiful England Air Force Base location. For an overnight, choose a charming B&B or indulge yourself at the historical Hotel Bentley.
