"Sportsman's Paradise" Louisiana by Small_World

Louisiana Travel Guide: 5,965 reviews and 11,229 photos

Lake Varette, South Louisiana - Louisiana

I don't live on the coast, but some day I may, without even having to move. Louisiana is losing more than 25 square miles of coastland each year, and unless something is done to prevent the loss of this land, I may very well be living on the coast of Louisiana. And many of you will be living without Tabasco sauce...

More on Louisiana later...stay tuned.

Pros and Cons

Pros:Mild winters, beautiful spring and fall, colorful heritage
Cons:summer that lasts 6 months
In a nutshell:It's like no other state in the US.

Intro Updated Aug 29, 2006
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Haven't I seen dogs smaller than this? - Louisiana

There are two kinds of insects in... Warnings and Dangers (2)

There are two kinds of insects here...those that are small enough to go through a screen door, and those that are big... more travel advice

Cypress Tree with Spanish Moss - Louisiana

Cypress Trees Things to Do (3)

These trees are everywhere in Louisiana...especially in places where there's water. Look for the "knees" of the cypress... more travel advice

Either a bird's nest or a really big dirt dauber - Louisiana

Birding Things to Do (3)

I haven't really gotten into bird watching that much, but I did notice while I was in the Sabine wildlife area that... more travel advice

Stay in the boat! Warnings and Dangers (2)

If you're fishing anywhere in south Louisiana, you might attract more to your bait than fish. This gator and his friends... more travel advice

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jdes May 29, 2007 at 6:07 AM

Thanks for the tips on Louisiana. Looking forward to an August trip. Maybe leave some other fun spots, restaraunts, etc. if you can. Thanks!
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BarryAir Feb 2, 2007 at 4:59 AM

dont forget the water moccasins!
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Docu2001 Oct 2, 2005 at 11:31 AM

If the skeeters don't get you then the gators will ... Great pic ! Richard