OUTDOORS Chill Out … Side Take time to relax and connect with nature at some of Louisiana’s most chill outdoor spots. Pack a cool drink, then sit back and let the river do all the work at Louisiana River Adventures in Franklinton. Explore the gardens of the American Rose Center in Shreveport, the nation’s largest park dedicated to roses. Grab a picnic and surround yourself in splendid beauty at Jungle Gardens in Avery Island. Jungle Gardens, Avery Island South Louisiana: Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary Play: When saltwater meets freshwater, a unique ecosystem emerges full of swamps and marshes. Nature lovers will be amazed by the abundant wildlife, including hundreds of migratory birds that call this region home. Anglers, hold on to your hats! There’s freshwater fishing in lakes and bayous, the fight of redfish in brackish marshes and deep-water hunts for tuna and amberjack in the Gulf of Mexico! Stay: For a stay with character, Louisiana’s bayous offer several hospitable B&Bs, including Dansereau House in Thibodaux. The stunning home in the heart of the city’s downtown was built in 1847 and still maintains much of its original architecture. Add a Day: Travel west to the Atchafalaya Basin for outstanding birdwatching and paddling trails. 18 LouisianaTravel.com
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