Louisiana is truly a sportsman’s paradise. The bounty and fertility of the land here is simply incredible. What’s even more special is that a lot of what Louisiana has to offer is so special that it doesn’t even require you to be super fit or athletic to participate. There are plenty of things pretty much anyone can do (and love) outdoors in this great state. So here are the top 10 outdoor activities in Louisiana that are sure to make your day special:
- Join the Grand Isle Migratory Bird Celebration.
facebook.com/GrandIsleMigratoryBirdCelebration This annual festival in the spring on Grand Isle demonstrates the incredible number of birds that take a rest on this island during their long migration north for the summer from South America.
- Consider an epic bike ride on Tammany Trace.
Facebook.com / Tammany trace This 31 mile asphalt trail occupies the former Illinois Central Railroad corridor and is a beautiful place to take a bike ride or simply walk.
- Kayak along Toro Bayou.
tackapaw.com This unique bayou near Toledo Bend has been ranked by the U. S. Department of Wildlife and Fisheries as one of the most pristine waterways in Louisiana.
- Try the Bayou Macon paddling trail.
Wikicommons / Billy Hathorn For those interested in exploring the waters surrounding the great sights at Poverty Point.
- Take an airboat ride in Lafitte.
jeanlafitteswamptour.com There’s truly no better way to get a view of the swamp and enjoy the wildlife there.
- Take an educational hike at the Louisiana State Arboretum.
Facebook.com / Louisiana state arboretum There’s so much to learn at the trails here that are lined with informational signs telling us about the plants there.
- Check out fishing near the Saltwater Barrier in Calcasieu River.
Yelp.com / Dave O. There are so many amazing fish to be discovered at the waters here.
- Go Birdwatching at the Peveto Woods Bird and Butterfly Sanctuaries.
braudubon.org This 40-acre sanctuary is maintained by the Baton Rouge Audubon Society and is home to more than 2 million birds every year.
- Try out freshwater fishing on South Toledo Bend State Park.
facebook.com/southtoledostatepark There’s perhaps no better place to try your hand at fishing.
- Go primitive camping at Chicot State Park.
Flickr.com / Richard May The largest state park in Louisiana is home to some primitive camp sites that will truly blow you away.
What did you think of those Louisiana outdoor activities? Which ones have you done before? (Camping at Chicot State Park is my absolute favorite thing!) Let us know your thoughts and feedback. We love hearing from you.
facebook.com/GrandIsleMigratoryBirdCelebration
This annual festival in the spring on Grand Isle demonstrates the incredible number of birds that take a rest on this island during their long migration north for the summer from South America.
Facebook.com / Tammany trace
This 31 mile asphalt trail occupies the former Illinois Central Railroad corridor and is a beautiful place to take a bike ride or simply walk.
tackapaw.com
This unique bayou near Toledo Bend has been ranked by the U. S. Department of Wildlife and Fisheries as one of the most pristine waterways in Louisiana.
Wikicommons / Billy Hathorn
For those interested in exploring the waters surrounding the great sights at Poverty Point.
jeanlafitteswamptour.com
There’s truly no better way to get a view of the swamp and enjoy the wildlife there.
Facebook.com / Louisiana state arboretum
There’s so much to learn at the trails here that are lined with informational signs telling us about the plants there.
Yelp.com / Dave O.
There are so many amazing fish to be discovered at the waters here.
braudubon.org
This 40-acre sanctuary is maintained by the Baton Rouge Audubon Society and is home to more than 2 million birds every year.
facebook.com/southtoledostatepark
There’s perhaps no better place to try your hand at fishing.
Flickr.com / Richard May
The largest state park in Louisiana is home to some primitive camp sites that will truly blow you away.
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