The Friendly Small Town In Louisiana That's Perfect For A Summer Day Trip
The warmer months are some of the best times of the year to see Louisiana’s natural wetlands. If you’re looking for a new spot to check out this summer, you might want to put Ville Platte, Louisiana on your radar. Ville Platte is home to about 7,000 residents, making it an ideal small town to spend a day exploring. This tiny town packs a punch with outdoor activities, and it’s just overflowing with natural beauty. Let’s check it out:

Clocking in at 6,400 acres, it’s the largest state park in Louisiana, so you can rest assured you’ll find plenty to keep you occupied.

It’s a popular spot for fishing, kayaking, and wildlife watching. If you’re wanting to see some alligators, this is the place to be!
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And the waterfront cabins make it extra tempting to turn your day trip into a weekend getaway. From bed to boat in just steps!
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I’ve done the canoe trail myself and I can tell you from personal experience that it’s one of the most beautiful paddle trails in Louisiana. Especially if you paddle into all of the little alcoves where the water is much calmer and you’re surrounded by cypress trees.

Fun fact, it's the oldest state-supported arboretum in the country!

This is also a great area for kids to enjoy, too!

These wild azaleas are a personal favorite.

Ville Platte is known for this unique musical genre, and this charming museum highlights some of the greatest swamp pop musicians in history. The address is 205 NW Railroad Avenue, Ville Platte, Louisiana 70586.
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Cafe Evangeline, 102 W Main St, Ville Platte, LA 70586, USA
Housed in a former bank, the charming atmosphere will quickly win you over, and that's before you indulge in one of the tasty menu items. Think upscale Cajun... plenty of seafood dishes, crawfish, the whole nine yards.
Once you’ve explored Ville Platte, check out some of our other favorite small towns in Louisiana. Happy exploring!
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