9 Off-The-Grid Destinations In Louisiana That Will Take You Away From It All

This little fishing town at the tip of the boot is perfect for those looking to get away. Bring your rod and reel and enjoy the open water.

This 5-mile trail located near Laplace is perfect for those looking to get away from it all without going too far away from the city. This trail is great for mountain bikers looking for a fun and easy ride with some beautiful scenery. Located at Lower Guide Levee Rd, Norco, LA 70079.

If you really want to get off the grid, then the Kistatchie National Forest is the place to go. Spanning across seven parishes, the 604,000-acre forest is perfect for bird watching, backpacking through the rolling hills, camping, cycling, horseback riding and more.

Stroll down the boardwalk trails and through the cypress/tupelo swamps and along the Tickfaw River. This park is great fun for the day or you can rent a cabin and make a weekend out of it. It's located at 27225 Patterson Rd, Springfield, Louisiana 70462.

Located on the Vermilion River, the Palmetto Island State Park provides a wonderful outdoors experience for water lovers. A boat launch provides access to the river for those looking for fish and boat around, while the interior lagoons are perfect for cancers and kayakers. It's located at 19501 Pleasant Road Abbeville, LA 70510

Escape to Lake D’Arbonne State park for a true nature experience. Piney forests, rolling hills, fishing piers and this majestic lake are all waiting for you to explore. This 650-acre park also has a disc golf course, tennis courts, playground areas and multiple campsites so you can have the best weekend ever. It's located at 3628 Evergreen Road, Farmerville, Louisiana 71222.

Lake Chicot State Park covers 6,400 acres of beautiful terrain, perfect for getting off the grid and in tune with your natural surroundings. Lake Chicot is perfect for bass and crappie fishing—and who can argue with that stunning sunset? It's located at 3469 Chicot Park Rd, Ville Platte, Louisiana 70586.

This 110-acre nature preserve in Lafayette is dedicated to teaching others about the importance of preserving our natural habitats. The trails are open every day from dawn until dusk and they also host a night hike on the last Saturday of each month. They’re located at 1205 E Alexander St., Lafayette, Louisiana 70501.

The boardwalk trails here will lead you down areas of the swamps you wouldn’t be able to get to any other way. There are several trails all under 3 miles, so you can mix and match. These trails offer beautiful views of the bayous and swamps, and you’re bound to see tons of wildlife on your walk. It's located at 6588 Barataria Blvd. Marrero, LA 70073.