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Head south of Baton Rouge for a look into Louisiana’s shipping history. History of Plaquemine Lock Bayou Plaquemine’s history as an inland shipping route goes back to long before Louisiana was a state. Native Americans used the waterway that joins…
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Love history? Walk the grounds where the longest siege in U.S. military history took place. By the summer of 1863, the Civil War had been raging for two years, with dozens of battles waged across Louisiana. The Union had captured the largest city…
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Country and gospel music come together with Civil War commemoration at this west Louisiana museum. Rebel State Historic Site was founded on the site where an unknown Confederate soldier is buried. According to local lore, Confederate soldiers were…
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Tour the house and gardens of a 19th-century cotton plantation. Rosedown Plantation State Historic Site occupies some enviable real estate in the foothills of West Feliciana Parish. The scenery is awe-inspiring, with a mix of hills and valleys…
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Saddle up and enjoy the excellent trail riding at Louisiana State Parks. Louisiana is a haven for equestrian enthusiasts, featuring miles of serene trails crisscrossing the state. Imagine riding through cypress swamps located just a short drive…
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No boat? No worries! Freshwater bank fishing is a sport the entire family can enjoy, especially in Louisiana State Parks. In north Louisiana, great fishing happens alongside great scenery. Several popular state parks have public fishing piers for…
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Looking for adventure? Here are our top recommendations for family-friendly fun. Working on your summer vacation plans? These family-friendly activities in Louisiana are fun for everyone. North Louisiana Sci-Port Discovery Center Sci-Port…
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Louisiana’s subtropical climate and location along a central migratory flyway make the state a haven for birds and birders. Looking for top birding locations across Louisiana? Lucky for you, a little birdie gave us the best spots to watch in each…
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Relax and enjoy breathtaking sunrises and sunsets, native wildlife and the nearby Poverty Point World Heritage Site. Poverty Point Reservoir State Park, only a few miles from UNESCO's Poverty Point World Heritage Site, is a bucket-list attraction…
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Louisiana State Parks disc golf courses offer a variety of terrain and difficulty levels. Disc golf is a fun outdoor sport, no matter what your level of activity. Yes, it’s throwing a disc, but it is very different from throwing a Frisbee. Just…