I have come to Franklin, LA several times now. The historic district is very quaint. There are…read moreseveral homes here that you can tour, local places to eat, and even a place that makes their own candles with scents that are just amazing. If you are looking for a quaint town festival, they have several. I would recommend coming here for a place that is off the beaten path and just as beautiful as the more popular places.

This protected area is ginormous, but the actual place for you to walk along is small and short. It…read morewas a great place for a short hike and to really get into the bayou to see the wildlife. Pro-tip: bring a chair, sheet, big spray and camera. Set your chair up on the wooden walkway, wrap yourself up in the sheet to protect you from bugs, spray some big spray for good measure, and sit down and let nature happen. Who knows what you will see.

The Bayou Teche Refuge has several units and not easy to get around unless you are from the area…read more We have over 18 miles of hiking trails and over 70 miles if you count the trails that start on the refuge and finish else where. For driving directions with step by step turns visit www.bayoutecherefugefriends.org

I want start by saying this is a beautiful and well maintained State Park - "Louisiana's newest…read morestate park is very interactive with 6 cabins, 95 campsites, 4 picnic pavilion and numerous picnic sites, a visitor center, boat launch, splash park, nature trails, lakes, canoe area" and lot of wildlife roaming around. If you want to take pictures of them you'll need to be ready and alert because they are camera shy - as we crept along the improved roads in stealth mode (our Maverick is a hybrid and when driving slow it's very quiet in electric mode) we saw so much beautiful wildlife but was only able to snap a photo of one lone rabbit. We probably saw a dozen rabbits grazing the wet green grass, a few deer, lots of native birds and a 8 - 10 foot alligator that was crossing the road directly in front of us only to scurry into the swamp like he was being chased by a Cajun Chef looking to prepare a stew. We walked a few trails cautiously after seeing the gator, but the deer flies were active so we abandoned that idea pretty quickly, There is so much to do here and the State has done so many things for visitors to do no matter your age. Being avid RVers we also drove through the camp ground, the sites look level and are gorgeous, most if not have full hookups, it's appears most are gravel but there are a few concrete pads in the mix, of course lots of shade and most are very private. We really enjoyed the few hours we spent here, being this park is very very remote come with everything you need and take out everything you don't need and help keep this park pristine for the wildlife and others to enjoy...

Very relaxing and peaceful. Park is well maintained and beautiful! Wanted to try the canoes but…read morecircumstances didn't allow. Will return

Louisiana boasts some of the most pristine and lush wetlands on the planet. The ecosystem is…read moreabsolutely crucial to everyday life, human and otherwise. This beautiful environment is constantly under attack by natural and manmade tragedies. Save our wetlands. Tell hurricanes and BP to shove it.

I have never been told to move spots so someone else can have it then can move back when they leave…read more It's not right So I have to pack everything up just to close my slides to move It's bad when word of mouth gets around

Love going here just to enjoy the scenery and let my dogs play…read more It's more of a family thing but we do it singular just myself and the dogs it's a great place just to think sometimes

Growing up in Louisiana I certainly have had the opportunity to explore a lot of the beautiful…read moreareas around the state and Avery Island is just another example that shows off what this state has to offer and exhibits a part of the culture that you may not know about. If you've made it here it's likely you've experienced some of the best of Cajun Country which is not only about the scenery but about the hospitality of it's people and the food which is some of the best you'll find anywhere. This is one of the most tranquil self guide tours you may ever experience and spending time here will not only reconnect you with nature but also give you a renewed appreciation for the importance of the preservation of these areas. It's also a place that you can visit over and over again and never get bored, so whether it's only a few hours or the entire day a visit to Avery Island is well worth your time - I always discover something new...

If your in the area I highly recommend stopping here. It is very interesting to see how it started…read moreand how everything is with a condiment we see all the time. You can see from the beginning to end of how Tabasco is produced and the time and effort put into it. And then be sure to stop in the gift shop for samples of the sauce and then a tasty sample of some spicy ice cream which will feel so weird as you try that jalapeño ice cream that's cold in your mouth but burns down your the ought. Strangest thing ever lol. Then be sure to head over to the jungle garden tour. I recommend driving through although you can walk through if you'd like. But if you drive through there are places to park along the way and get out and walk also. Be sure to download the tour app so you have the audio map to guide you and speak along your route. Loved this part of nature and history.

This would be a 5 star rating if they did even the bare minimum of maintenance. It's such a nice…read morepark, but because no one is fixing the little broken things here & there it has obviously seen better days. Everything is rusted, you can barely play any of the sensory instruments bc the sticks you used to play them are no longer attached to the strings. Which is such a an easy fix. There were a ton of spots where the asphalt has been torn away at so it's like having potholes on a playground. Definitely a let down.

Everything was perfect! Highly recommended for families of all ages and abilities. From the parking…read moreto the food, we wanted for nothing!

I absolutely love this park! The views are gorgeous, it's so big, and there are so many different…read morethings to do there. After a long day, I love to go here and just be present. I dated this guy who brought me here on our first date. While I hate that guy now, I'd meet him over and over to discover this park!!

We love the Perkins park! The kids playground area is great for my 3 year old. It's much smaller…read morethan the play area at the highland park but I'd rather it that way. It's easier to keep an eye on your kids and the park is never over crowded. My son loves bringing his trucks into the sand area and I can sit and relax right next to him on the benches. There are restrooms right next to the playground/baseball fields. The walking trails are wide enough for multiple people to be walking, running and biking without bumping into each other- unlike highland. Overall great place and wish there were more like it in Baton Rouge.

I didn't even know this place existed. We were just driving along one day and came across it. It is…read morea beautiful park. You get to walk through the little forest down to the lake. And it's gorgeous! We even saw a gator laying out on the log. Then the bell tower starting playing and the music was so peaceful. You feel at peace out here.

If your looking for a peaceful place to be one with nature, this is a must. The park is dedicated…read moreto Morgan City's one time Mayor "Doc" Brownell and has a short walking trail through the swamp that leads to Lake Palourde. This park is totally secluded and in my opinion kinda hard to find which makes it pretty special. It's also a photographers dream. There's no telling what you will encounter while visiting but hopefully you will be there to hear the bells. Truly beautiful !

Repentance Park is perfect for spring and fall festivals in the area. Many popular community events…read moreare held here. Live After Five has made its home here with free concerts from 5 pm-7 pm every Friday throughout the spring and fall months. I have attended many concerts and festivals here including Live After Five, Blues Fest, Ebb and Flow Fest and more. A lot of people attend the events at Repentance Park so there is usually food trucks and merchandise tables set up. There are paved walkways so it's convenient to get around the park. There is also a fountain which the kids love to use as their own personal splash pad. The views are great being as the park is next to the Louisiana Old State Capital and the Mississippi Riverfront.