You'll Never Forget A Hike To One Of The Most Incredibly Scenic Places In Louisiana
Every once in a while, you find a hiking trail that offers views so spectacular that it doesn’t even look real. Lake Martin is one of those places. You can drive around the lake, jump in a kayak and explore by boat, or take the 5-mile out-and-back trail to see one of the most scenic spots in Louisiana.
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Part of the Cypress Island Preserve, Lake Martin is almost 800 acres of natural Louisiana landscape.
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You can also drive along Rookery Road for spectacular views if you don’t want to set out on foot.
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You’ll have the chance to see tons of wildlife including birds, alligators, turtles, and all the usual suspects you’d find in the swamp while visiting the area.
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Each year beginning in late January, thousands of great egrets, blue herons, cattle egrets, snowy egrets, and spoonbills build their nests here every year.
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Stay for the sunsets; they're magical.
Have you ever been to Lake Martin and hiked the trails? Let us know in the comments below!
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