There are so many unique hikes to take in Louisiana, but the boardwalk hikes are my absolute favorite. They get you up close and personal with the swamp in a way that is truly unique. There is so much gorgeous nature to enjoy in our beautiful state, and it’s that much better when you don’t have to worry about mud! Here are some of the most beautiful boardwalk trails in all of the state.
- Jean Lafitte National Park, Barataria Preserve
Tripadvisor.com / TravelingfromPace This trail right outside of New Orleans leads you to a marsh overlook that will wow your senses. Keep your eyes peeled for alligators!
- Black Bayou Lake NWF
Tripadvisor.com / foemmel
Tripadvisor.com / kiley45 Right off HWY 165 in Monroe, LA you’ll find this unique and gorgeous hike that will take you through a marsh that the painter Monet would have envied. The lilies here are simply gorgeous.
- Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center, Baton Rouge
Tripadvisor.com / esims04 You’ll find this delightful boardwalk trail within the city limits of Baton Rouge and it’s the perfect way to spend the day with loved ones. The trails are a perfect length for people with young children. 10503 N Oak Hills Pkwy, Baton Rouge, LA
- Grand Isle State Park, Grand Isle
Tripadvisor.com / M J One of the only beach boardwalks in the state, you’ll enjoy the checking out the unique plants and animals that like to live right at the seashore. Admiral Craik Drive, Grand Isle, LA
- Sabine Wetland Walkway, Sabine National Wildlife Refuge
Tripadvisor.com / Pit L. Part of the Creole Nature Trail, you’ll enjoy the beautiful nature this area has to offer, in one of the most fertile nature areas in the state. 3000 Holly Beach Hwy, Hackberry, LA
- Tickfaw State Park, Springfield
Tripadvisor.com / yooperman83 This unique state park offers a beautiful nature trail where you can get up close and personal with the trees and wildlife here. 27225 Patterson Rd, Springfield, LA
- Bayou Sauvage Trail, Bayou Sauvage National Wildlife Refuge
Tripadvisor.com / TKHershey Just outside of New Orleans you’ll find this unique marsh boardwalk that gives you perfect viewing of the marsh grasses and the birds that call these environments home. 61389 Highway 434, Lacombe, LA
- Lake Martin, Breaux Bridge
Tripadvisor.com / UPwrite Outside of Lafayette, Lake Martin is a favorite place for birdwatchers since so many birds use the areas around this lake to raise their young. The boardwalk trail is a great one! 1264 Prairie Hwy, Breaux Bridge, LA
- Louisiana State Arboretum Trail
Tripadvisor.com / Photocrawler This interpretive trail includes many educational guides along the way, giving visitors the information they need to explore the beauty here. 1300 Sudie Lawton Lane, Ville Platte, LA
- Chicot State Park, Ville Platte
Tripadvisor.com / Rose6Ranch Right next door to the arboretum is Chicot State Park, which offers one of the longest trails in all of the Louisiana state parks, over 18 miles through the gorgeous swamp and lake here.
Aren’t those boardwalk trails truly something special? Which one is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below! We love to hear your feedback. And click here for more of the best hiking trails in Louisiana.
Tripadvisor.com / TravelingfromPace
This trail right outside of New Orleans leads you to a marsh overlook that will wow your senses. Keep your eyes peeled for alligators!
Tripadvisor.com / foemmel
Tripadvisor.com / kiley45
Right off HWY 165 in Monroe, LA you’ll find this unique and gorgeous hike that will take you through a marsh that the painter Monet would have envied. The lilies here are simply gorgeous.
Tripadvisor.com / esims04
You’ll find this delightful boardwalk trail within the city limits of Baton Rouge and it’s the perfect way to spend the day with loved ones. The trails are a perfect length for people with young children. 10503 N Oak Hills Pkwy, Baton Rouge, LA
Tripadvisor.com / M J
One of the only beach boardwalks in the state, you’ll enjoy the checking out the unique plants and animals that like to live right at the seashore. Admiral Craik Drive, Grand Isle, LA
Tripadvisor.com / Pit L.
Part of the Creole Nature Trail, you’ll enjoy the beautiful nature this area has to offer, in one of the most fertile nature areas in the state. 3000 Holly Beach Hwy, Hackberry, LA
Tripadvisor.com / yooperman83
This unique state park offers a beautiful nature trail where you can get up close and personal with the trees and wildlife here. 27225 Patterson Rd, Springfield, LA
Tripadvisor.com / TKHershey
Just outside of New Orleans you’ll find this unique marsh boardwalk that gives you perfect viewing of the marsh grasses and the birds that call these environments home. 61389 Highway 434, Lacombe, LA
Tripadvisor.com / UPwrite
Outside of Lafayette, Lake Martin is a favorite place for birdwatchers since so many birds use the areas around this lake to raise their young. The boardwalk trail is a great one! 1264 Prairie Hwy, Breaux Bridge, LA
Tripadvisor.com / Photocrawler
This interpretive trail includes many educational guides along the way, giving visitors the information they need to explore the beauty here. 1300 Sudie Lawton Lane, Ville Platte, LA
Tripadvisor.com / Rose6Ranch
Right next door to the arboretum is Chicot State Park, which offers one of the longest trails in all of the Louisiana state parks, over 18 miles through the gorgeous swamp and lake here.
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