The Spontaneous Road Trip Through Louisiana That Is The Perfect Weekend Of Adventure
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Jackie Ann
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Are you feeling spontaneous? Gas up the car and check out this epic road trip. Starting from Lafayette and ending in Lake Charles, this road trip in Louisiana takes you through some of the most beautiful parts of Cajun Country. This is my own personal spin on the Creole Nature Trail— another epic Louisiana road trip you should add to your bucket list.
You could easily spend an entire weekend in Lafayette. Since we don’t have that kind of time, let’s hit the highlights.
If your krewe is especially nature-driven, I’d recommend taking a detour over to Breaux Bridge to check out Lake Martin.
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RiverFront is our top pick. Not only does it overlook the Vermilion River, but they’ve got some of the best food in town. All of your Louisiana favorites make an appearance on the menu plus a few specialty creations.
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Keep those Vermilion River views going! The splash pad and playground is always a hit with the kids, and the nature trail here is under a mile long (perfect for those little legs).
You can also rent a boat from the park and explore the river from an entirely new perspective! Cabin rentals are also available if you’d like to extend the trip.
You can also rent a boat from the park and explore the river from an entirely new perspective! Cabin rentals are also available if you’d like to extend the trip.
Enjoy the sights and sounds of these marshlands. It’s a favorite among migratory birds, so keep your eyes peeled!
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Did you think we’d pass up the opportunity to soak up some sun? Of course not! We love Rutherford Beach for so many reasons: the seashells, the sand…the fact that you can drive right onto the beach…all of it! Just be sure to leave no trace.
The Cameron Ferry takes about 25 minutes and will run you $1 per car. Quick and easy! Oh, and if you’re lucky you might even spot a dolphin in the water!
Holly Beach is more popular than Rutherford Beach, but honestly, both are hidden gems. You can also drive onto Holly Beach just like Rutherford Beach and spend as much time as you’d like here. Heck, you can even camp right on the beach!
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Wetland Walkway is a must.
Check out Millenium Park and Prien Lake Park for waterfront fun. You may even swing by Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point to start planning your own epic road trip through this part of Louisiana!
Are you inspired to take this road trip in Louisiana? Pack up the car and let us know how it goes! Safe travels!
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