A water play area with splash pad rather than a traditional beach. Features include canoe trails on the Tickfaw River, fishing opportunities, and camping facilities. Diverse habitats including cypress-tupelo swamps, bottomland hardwoods, and mixed pine-hardwood forests.
A small beach area on the Calcasieu River near Lake Charles. Features include a designated swimming area, boat launch, fishing piers, and hiking trails. Located in a mixed pine and hardwood forest with abundant wildlife viewing opportunities.
A small, lesser-known beach in Cameron Parish along the Gulf of Mexico. Features include free public access, primitive camping, and excellent crabbing opportunities. Minimal facilities but provides authentic Louisiana coastal experience with fewer visitors.
A water play area rather than traditional beach, with splash pad and swimming pool. Features include boat access to the Vermilion River, fishing opportunities, and camping facilities. Located in a palmetto palm forest with nature trails.
A beach area on Toledo Bend Reservoir, one of the country’s premier bass fishing lakes. Features include a designated swimming area, boat rentals, fishing piers, and camping facilities. Scenic location with beautiful lake views and wooded surroundings.
A small beach area within the Atchafalaya Basin. Features include a designated swimming area, canoe trails, fishing opportunities, and camping facilities. Surrounded by cypress-tupelo swamps with abundant wildlife and Cajun cultural influences.
A sandy beach area on Lake D’Arbonne in Union Parish. Features include a designated swimming area, fishing piers, boat rentals, tennis courts, and camping facilities. Popular destination for water recreation in northern Louisiana.
A small beach area on Lake Bistineau in northwest Louisiana. Features include a designated swimming area, fishing piers, boat rentals, and camping facilities. Known for its unique flooded cypress tree forests and excellent fishing opportunities.
A small beach area near the historic Nottoway Plantation along the Mississippi River. Features include picnic facilities, playground equipment, and fishing access. Popular with local families for swimming and day use with views of river traffic.
A 230-acre barrier beachfront near Grand Isle managed as a wildlife refuge. Features include rustic beach access, fishing opportunities, and bird watching. Free public access with primitive facilities. Important habitat for migratory birds and marine wildlife.