The 10 Best Places In Louisiana To Go On An Unforgettable Picnic
Spring in Louisiana is right around the corner—which means it’s time for a picnic. Whether you’re just looking for a fun family activity or a spot where you can have some romance, Louisiana has the right place for you. Where are your favorite places to have a picnic? We picked some of the top spots from all around the state, so you don’t have to do anything but show up with your basket.
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On the border of Texas/Louisiana, this historic lighthouse is a great place for a hidden away picnic. It’s a little hard to access by the road, but is just off State Road 82.
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This stunning National Wildlife Refuge in Monroe offers an amazing setting for a family picnic or romantic picnic for two.
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What’s more inviting than chowing down underneath a huge oak tree? One that has beautiful wind chimes installed in it, of course. Visit this tree near big lake in City Park and you will certainly have a magical time.
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Marvel in the quaint beauty of Abita Springs as you settle down for a picnic at the town gazebo, pictured here.
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Visitors and locals to Lake Charles love to picnic near Prien Lake, where the fountain provides a beautiful backdrop for picnics.
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This beautiful park that surrounds the Baton Rouge capitol building is the ideal place for a picnic in the capital city.
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Spend the afternoon soaking up the gorgeous Avery Island jungle gardens, where many beautiful and exotic plants will accompany you on a pleasant picnic.
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One of the most beautiful gardens in the country, let alone Louisiana, this state treasure is worth a picnic for sure.
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There’s perhaps nowhere better to catch the beautiful sunsets that Louisiana is known for than Grand Isle—and Grand Isle State Park is a perfect place to schedule your picnic.
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This beautiful park near Shreveport-Bossier city offers a wide array of attractions for a fun filled family day—and of course, a picnic.
What do you think of these picnic spots? Have you ever been to any of them? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below! We love to hear from you.
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