Nature reserve, consisting of several sections, preserves significant examples of the natural and cultural resources of the Mississippi Delta region.See more..
4.5Jungle Gardens(677 reviews) - Gorgeously green and peaceful Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Gardens
Avery Island, home of TABASCO® Pepper Sauce, is also home to a 170-acre botanical treasure known as Jungle Gardens! Take a self-guided tour through southern Louisiana marshes and bayous inhabited by indigenous wildlife. Visitors can walk, bike, hike or drive the 3-mile garden trail with multiple stops to view alligators, a White Egret rookery, live oak gardens and more!See more..
Plush tiger habitat with beautiful active tiger, the mascot of LSU. Kids love having their pictures taken on the back of the life-size statue of Mike. Right near the famed Death Valley stadium and the Pete Maravich arena.See more..
4.5Global Wildlife Center(302 reviews) - The BEST thing to do outside of New Orleans! Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas
I am adamant that I will NEVER visit a caged animal in a zoo. The beast part besides the animals running free, is you will be petting HUNDREDS of animals because you can feed them with pellets. I do tours in New Orleans and I ALWAYS bring my customers here and they all love it! Very unique.See more..
The only alligator ranch in Louisiana offering guided tours. You can touch, feed and even catch alligators in a controlled setting. See hundreds of alligators from babies to 8 footers and all sizes in between. Things to do only 1 hour from New Orleans or Baton Rouge, Louisiana.See more..
4.5Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center(175 reviews) - Enjoyable Nature Center and Trails Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas
Dedicated to conservation, education and recreation, this 101-acre facility includes wildlife and ecology exhibits and a 65-acre cypress-tupelo swamp, navigable by boardwalk, and filled with wildlife such as birds, bobcats, foxes, turtles and alligators.See more..
4.5Bird City(123 reviews) - Cool experience Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas
Seasonal sanctuary for a variety of birds such as herons and snowy egrets.See more..
5.0Gator Chateau(68 reviews) - Great roadside stop! Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Nature & Wildlife Areas
The Gator Chateau is home to baby alligators. We are educational ambassadors for gators! Our goal is to teach the public about alligators, while helping baby gators out until they are big enough to survive back in the wild. Our educational attraction is free, but we do accept donations for our program.See more..
4.5Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point(56 reviews) - Great visitors center for the whole family and go crabbin down the trail! Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Hiking Trails
This is a newer visitor's welcome center. I took my husband in to purchase a souvenier mug and was delighted to see a miniature museum about the food, music, wildlife, and culture of the area. Even my adult husband had a good time looking around and tinkering with the exhibits. GREAT for kids!!!! Its just a short 10-15 minute drive South down the highway to begin getting into the nature, marshy wildlife area. I suggest having some fun and doing what the locals do. Stop at Brown's grocery in Hackberry and pick up some raw chicken legs and some string. Ask the locals how to go CRABBING. Next, drive down to where you and the family find a bridge to drive your car over into a parking lot beside a wooden deck. Learn from the locals and visitors how to use your bait to catch a crab. Ya gotta bring some insect repellent, a few chairs, and your patience but I used to do this as a kid and have tons of fun.See more..
We visited the Mandalay Refuge while in Houma for Voice of the Wetlands Music Fest. The path was everything you should expect. little standing water and fair amount of gravel to minimize the "mud"..worth every step when you get to observation platform to see the great open water and the birds around it.. Allow 30 to 60 minutes for walk in and out. Some poison ivy along the path so be aware. We had some cheap boots that allowed us to walk in/out without ruining our tennis shoes. Or wear shoes you don't mind washing once done. Mosquito spray before entering..We did see a gray snake run away from us.. some kind of "racer"... cool place with great birds and trail. and it is FREE...See more..
4.0Bogue Chitto State Park(41 reviews) - Beautiful, quiet and relaxing destination State Parks • Nature & Wildlife Areas
We took our camper trailer up to the state park this past weekend and had a great time. The upland campground was our spot and each location has a wood deck with a picnic table and fire ring (yes you can burn wood and have roasted marshmallows). The spaces are large and even have a tent pad in case you have friends with you. I really enjoyed that we were not on top of each other, you could enjoy the feeling of being in the outdoors. Their were plenty of options for recreation too: horseback riding, walking trails, bike trails, playgrounds, a small waterpark, fishing, canoeing, and picnic spots. The Dutch Oven club cooked in a covered pavilion and you could taste their foods at noon. They are there the 2nd weekend of each month. Great fun and value!See more..
My husband and I went to the Red River National Wildlife Refuge on a Tuesday afternoon. The visitor’s center was open but we did not go inside (Covid-19 times). The visitor’s center is nice on the outside. The backside of the building has a big porch with rocking chairs and a boardwalk that leads to Lake Caroline. There are ten trails in the refuge that range from 0.3 mile to 1.4 miles. Most of the trails start at the visitor's center. Lake Caroline is a great place to canoe or kayak. There are alligators in the lake but we did not see any. There is also a boat ramp and dock about a quarter mile south of the visitor’s center. There was lots of parking available. We are looking forward to a return trip someday.See more..
4.0Lake End Park(30 reviews) - Respite from the cold Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Beaches • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Parks
Large park with lake access, small beach. Sites gravel, fairly level, large screened room not reservable so you risk having other people and kids in and out if you're having a get together there. The bathrooms and laundry are inside that same building. Bathrooms clean, rusty fixtures. Laundry definitely needs improvement. Most were out of order and washers didn't always drain completely. Staff nice. Nobody to keep the noise level down at night. Park is adjacent to a main road, so lots of street noise. See more..
5.0Chimp Haven(22 reviews) - Great place to visit Nature & Wildlife Areas
We have been to Chimp haven several times and we never get tired of seeing the chimps in their habitat. There is a great walking trail too.See more..
4.5Camp Salmen Nature Park(20 reviews) - Family park Nature & Wildlife Areas • Parks • Hiking Trails
Beautiful surroundings great place for families gatherings.Or just some quiet alone time. Very peaceful clean and relaxing.See more..
Some walking trails, kayaking/canoeing birding. The refuge is kinda scattered out and not really well marked with directions from the main highway. Nice visitor center, but only open Thursday, Friday Saturday. The "film" by Teddy Roosevelt is an interesting presentation.See more..
The section off Hwy I-59 exit 11 (Pearl River Turnaround,) has been a Spring and Summertime favorite of mine since discovering it just a few years ago. The boardwalk there was recently extended, allowing for greater access through the area. Great for wildlife and for birding. There are also picnic tables under a shaded pavilion. Such a pretty place!See more..
4.5Barataria Preserve(11 reviews) - Beautiful walk Tuesday: Spent 2-3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas
My husband and I decided to walk the trails at the barataria preserve to see what we might come across. We were so glad that we did! We saw about 7 gators, a snake, a swamp rabbit, and countless birds and lizards. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to experience the true beauty of the swamps and marshes of Louisiana. See more..
Drove to the end of the road and did some photography. Our overseas guests loved it. Not a lot to see, but plenty of birdlife and open spaces. Highly recommend for a day trip.See more..
4.5Rip's Rookery(6 reviews) - Many species of bird in one location Nature & Wildlife Areas
Freely accessible, the lagoon around the island/rookery has alligators. The rookery itself hosts many species of birds and we were able to see nesting roseate spoonbills with babies, along with many other wading birds. Binoculars are recommended to see more detail.See more..
4.5Bonnet Carre Spillway(5 reviews) - A gem for birders Points of Interest & Landmarks • Nature & Wildlife Areas This place is amazing. Right in the middle of oil refineries and industry, its a gem for birding. we saw 6 species of raptors in the first 20 minutes and were serenaded by meadowlarks the whole time we were there. A word of caution, however, the map is not accurate since the spillway was opened in 2019. not really a problem because its all flat and you can see far, but there are pools and wet spots and the dirt roads on the map are not there any more, at least not that we could see. See more..
The staff were knowledgeable and friendly. Headquarters/visitor center well maintained with interesting and informative displays. Many hands on items for kids. Birds present where they suggested and in even greater variety. This was a return trip for me. I had been there in January. The staff was apologetic because all the areas were not open. It was their annual Handicap hunt day. How can you be upset by that. They did this up well also, multiple guides, ATV s to access hard to reach areas, and a light lunch. Great people, well maintained, given the current budget. Will be back. See more..
5.0Barataria Preserve(5 reviews) - Walking trails full of life, alligators up close Spent 2-3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas
The walking trails trough the marsh and bayous are full of life. Lush green, lizards, snakes, frogs, birds and even sunbathing alligators. Beautiful walks, my favorite was the overhanging moss covered trees with water views on the side. Nice and informative visitor center exhibitions. See more..
5.0Mahaffey Farms(4 reviews) - Relaxing time away from the norm Spent 1-2 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas
My daughter and I took a trip to the Shreveport area and decided to stay at the Mahaffey Farmhouse. It was such a nice change of pace. The owner/host is very sweet and accommodating. The farm is close to the city, if you need to go into town. However, we were content relaxing at the house. Another great thing about staying here is the farm-to-table breakfast that the host (Sandra) cooked.See more..
This is a magical spot filled with all the beauty that love can create. A botanist, humanist, and author, Caroline Dormon devoted her life to nurturing native plant species within her wondrous garden and documenting their growing habits for future generations to enjoy. Spend a spring day here and you will leave a more centered person in tune with nature's bounty of beauty.See more..
Atchafalaya National Wildlife Refuge This refuge is located west of Baton Rouge, LA on I-10. The mailing address for the refuge is Hwy 434 - LaCombe, LA I have submitted this refuge twice before with no luck. I am a visitor only (traveler). I have no other interest in this attraction.See more..
3.5Grand Cote National Wildlife Refuge(3 reviews) - Nice trail leading to an observation area for Bird watching Spent 1-2 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Parks • Hiking Trails
We went just to the Nature Trail but if you view their website you can see there are lots of other things to do. When you get to the trail you have two options, natural trail and a paved one, we chose the paved as the other was flooded. This goes on for about half a mile and leads you on to a wooden stair way that takes you to an observation post. It was quiet when we went but will definitely go back again when the weather gets a bit warmer as i'm sure there will be lots of birds to see.See more..
4.5Rockefeller Wildlife Refuge(2 reviews) - Perfect place for fishing. Nature & Wildlife Areas The wild life reserve is well maintained. It has miles of byous and canals, great for fishing. There is some commercial boat travel, so be careful. But rustic and beautiful.See more..
5.0Yogie and Friends Exotic Cat Sanctuary(2 reviews) - An Alternative Attraction to the Casino's of Shreveport/Bossier City, LA Nature & Wildlife Areas • Zoos
Yogi & Friends is open to the public on Saturday's only from 10am to 5pm. The co-owner was so friendly and helpful in providing information on the cats living at the sancturary. Although it really isn't much to look at from the exterior (we actually drove right past it) this really is a must see attraction while visiting Shreveport/Bossier City!See more..
Although the whole place was flooded when we arrived so you really couldn't get to a good vantage point. It's a good thing people build their houses on stilts. We weren't visiting during odd weather; I think this is just the reality of the gulf coast now.See more..
4.0Woodlands Conservancy Trail Area(2 reviews) - Quick Getaway to Enjoy Nature Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas
Since the weather was so gorgeous last weekend I googled "walking trails" and this popped up. It is a 30 minute drive from downtown NOLA and a nice little getaway. There is a small parking lot, bathroom access, and a picnic area with tables and a fire pit. We even met a guy who was doing research and he showed us a little bird that he had been tracking. The woods seem to have a lot of hurricane damage but it was still nice to be enjoying nature so close to the city. Also you may see some wild creatures. We saw a snake while there so don't let the kids wander off!See more..
3.5Arthur R Teague Multi-Use Trail(2 reviews) - Very nice trail with picnic tables, benches and restrooms Spent 1-2 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Parks • Hiking Trails
My husband and I spent some time on the Arthur R Teague Multi-Use Trail. The entire trail is about 6.6 miles one way. There are three parking areas. The largest parking area has two boat ramps and a long sidewalk at the river’s edge. Several guys are fishing there and we had a picnic. The trail follows along the Red River but occasionally the trail get out of sight of the river. There are picnic tables, benches and restrooms on the trail. The trail is wide and the area is well mowed. The Red River National Wildlife Refuge is on the south end of the trail. The trail and parking is free. It is a nice park.See more..
4.0Cane Bayou(1 review) - Best place to kayak to Lake Pontchartrain's North Shore Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas
We enjoyed a day on the water. There is a nice launch, the waterway is clean, calm, and easy to navigate. Bring sunscreen as there is almost no shade. Cane Bayou lets out into Lake Pontchartrain. We headed West along the lake shore and paddled to the beach at Fountainbleu State Park where we enjoyed a quick picnic.See more..
4.0Abita Creek Flatwoods Preserve(1 review) - Preserve Spent < 1 hour Nature & Wildlife Areas Really nice place to walk and check out the pitcher plants and nature. Walkway is underwater if it rains so wait a day or two before visiting if it has rained much.See more..
This is a nice area to walk around. It is very peaceful and there are lots of different types of birds to see. There is a small car park at the front and a gate which is usually closed but you just walk around that once you have completed the entry form, which can also be completed on line. Mike the Ranger who i spoke to there was very helpful and knowledgable.See more..
