Louisiana is a nature lover’s paradise. The Pelican State has some of the most stunning natural scenery in the country, and it’s time to get out and explore it. The best part about these incredible natural wonders is that they won’t cost you a dime! Well, other than the gas to get to them, but we promise, these scenic spots are worth it.
- Driskill Mountain
Victor Martin/Google At 525 feet, many would call this a hill, but here in Louisiana, it gets crowned as a mountain. There’s a hiking trail that will take you straight to the summit, and the views are one-of-a-kind. Be sure to sign the guest book, as it’s not every day that you get to say you’ve hiked to the top of the tallest natural summit in Louisiana.
- Lake Martin
Management/Trip Advisor Located within the Cypress Island Preserve near Breaux Bridge, there are plenty of ways to enjoy this beautiful lake. Bring a kayak and paddle around, drive down Rookery road and see the sights from the comfort of your car, or lace up your sneakers and take the trail.
- Grand Isle
Kathryn Wallentine/Google Louisiana’s only inhabited barrier island appeals to fishermen, bird watchers, and beach bums alike. People travel from all over the world to experience the fantastic deep-sea fishing and the seven miles of beautiful beaches that are just waiting for you to sink your toes in.
- The Kisatchie National Forest
Ernest Daniels/Google Louisiana’s only National Forest is ideal for the outdoor adventurer. The forest clocks in at over 600,000 acres, sprawling across seven parishes, broken up into smaller ranger districts: Calcasieu, Caney, Catahoula, Kisatchie, and Winn. There are countless trails you can take to explore. You can even bring a tent and spend a night under the stars for a true outdoors experience.
- Barataria Preserve
Laura Staggs/Google Want to experience Louisiana’s wild wetlands first hand? The trails at Barataria Preserve will take you on an enchanting journey through the preserve’s 26,000 acres of scenic marshes, bayous, and forests.
- The Atchafalaya River Basin
Aidong Ning/Getty Images The largest river swamp in the country, this massive wetland contains nearly one million acres of bottomland hardwoods, swamps, bayous, and countless backwater lakes. It’s easily one of the most iconic natural attractions in Louisiana and one that should not be missed on this epic natural wonders tour.
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Victor Martin/Google
At 525 feet, many would call this a hill, but here in Louisiana, it gets crowned as a mountain. There’s a hiking trail that will take you straight to the summit, and the views are one-of-a-kind. Be sure to sign the guest book, as it’s not every day that you get to say you’ve hiked to the top of the tallest natural summit in Louisiana.
Management/Trip Advisor
Located within the Cypress Island Preserve near Breaux Bridge, there are plenty of ways to enjoy this beautiful lake. Bring a kayak and paddle around, drive down Rookery road and see the sights from the comfort of your car, or lace up your sneakers and take the trail.
Kathryn Wallentine/Google
Louisiana’s only inhabited barrier island appeals to fishermen, bird watchers, and beach bums alike. People travel from all over the world to experience the fantastic deep-sea fishing and the seven miles of beautiful beaches that are just waiting for you to sink your toes in.
Ernest Daniels/Google
Louisiana’s only National Forest is ideal for the outdoor adventurer. The forest clocks in at over 600,000 acres, sprawling across seven parishes, broken up into smaller ranger districts: Calcasieu, Caney, Catahoula, Kisatchie, and Winn. There are countless trails you can take to explore. You can even bring a tent and spend a night under the stars for a true outdoors experience.
Laura Staggs/Google
Want to experience Louisiana’s wild wetlands first hand? The trails at Barataria Preserve will take you on an enchanting journey through the preserve’s 26,000 acres of scenic marshes, bayous, and forests.
Aidong Ning/Getty Images
The largest river swamp in the country, this massive wetland contains nearly one million acres of bottomland hardwoods, swamps, bayous, and countless backwater lakes. It’s easily one of the most iconic natural attractions in Louisiana and one that should not be missed on this epic natural wonders tour.
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Address: Lake Martin, 9, LA, USAAddress: Grand Isle, LA, USAAddress: Driskill Mountain, Louisiana 71275, USAAddress: Kisatchie National Forest, Louisiana 71433, USAAddress: Atchafalaya Basin, Louisiana 70517, USAAddress: Barataria Preserve Visitor Center, 6588 Barataria Blvd, Marrero, LA 70072, USA
