Regions • Sportsman’s Paradise Experience north Louisiana’s soul food culture at Minden restaurants Crawfish Hole #2 and Dorcheat Seafood & Grill (named for nearby Bayou Dorcheat , a freshwater paddler’s paradise). In Shreveport’s diverse dining scene, Humphreys says, “You can go from eating neck bones to Chateaubriand steak.” Blue Southern Comfort Food and Herby K’s are two spots that locals recommend. > MONROE-RUSTON AREA As one of the state’s most outspoken fishing guides, Humphreys will tell you where the big ones are biting. “We’ve probably got 15 lakes within an hour-and-twenty-minutes from here,” he says. Lake Claiborne and Lake D’Arbonne State Parks are two worth seeking out. For those looking to tee up in the area, Humphreys says, “ Squire Creek Country Club is number one.” Find this gem of north Louisiana’s golf scene in Choudrant. Ruston is perhaps best known for its peaches, celebrated every summer at the Louisiana Peach Festival (June). That’s not the only famous festival in the neighborhood, however. The Louisiana Watermelon Festival (July) in Farmerville features contests, pageants, concerts and plenty of melons to help keep you cool in the summer heat. IF YOU HAVE MORE TIME… • Shop at the dozens of waterfront stores at Louisiana Boardwalk Outlets in Bossier City • Visit the Germantown Colony Museum in Minden • Indulge in a pulled pork sandwich at Real BBQ and More in Shreveport FACEBOOK.COM/LOUISIANATRAVEL @maydaybymidnight has us star-struck in #Celebrity-Lounge!! If you’re not here, you’re missing out! Disco down and party with us tonight! #EldoradoShreveport #ShreveportNightlife #ShreveportBossier #OnlyLouisiana –eldoradoshreveport 134 #OnlyLouisiana
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