North Louisiana 93 Lake Bruin State Park Fish among the bald cypresses — Louisiana’s state tree — at this St. Joseph area park. ©LA State Parks Monroe-Ruston Area The TV show “Duck Dynasty” introduced the world to northeast Louisiana’s characters and landscapes. In fact, you can see some sights from the show in person, beginning at Duck Commander: The Tour in West Monroe. The town personifies old-time Southern life, with an Antique Alley in the Cottonport Historic District. Across the Ouachita River is downtown Monroe, where you’ll find restaurants such as Cotton and Big Momma’s Fine Foods. Other Monroe area attractions include Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge and Landry Vineyards. East of Monroe are rural attractions worth seeking out, such as the Southern Heritage Air Foundation Museum in Richmond and Lake Bruin State Park in St. Joseph. Ruston is a slice of Louisiana charm, famous for its peaches. Pick up some at Mitcham Farms Peach Store. Get to know downtown Ruston via its 21-block historic district, and peek into the military past at the artifact-filled North Louisiana Military Museum. Duck Commander: The Tour @liliana_r_saenz North Louisiana Military Museum Mitcham Farms Peach Store @rustoncvb #OnlyLouisiana @LouisianaTravel
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