The Unrivaled Waterfront Hike Near New Orleans Everyone Should Take At Least Once
Bogue Chitto State Park is one of the most beautiful state parks near New Orleans. The 1,786-acre park is chock full of some of the most stunning scenery in the state, including cypress-tupelo swamps, a hardwood forest, rolling hills, and dynamic river systems.
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Spring or summer is your best bet for florals.
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The whole family will love this trail, even your fur baby! Dogs are allowed on the trail, just be sure to keep them leashed. And if you've got a horse, even better! The park does have several miles of equestrian trails for you and your gentle giant to traverse.
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You'll also have a lovely soundtrack of the symphony of sounds from the wildlife nearby.
There’s a lot to love about Bogue Chitto State Park, you might consider renting one of their cabins to make a full weekend out of it! Visit their website for more information about camping, and don’t forget to give them a follow on Facebook, too. Have you ever hiked the Gorge Run Trail? Let us know in the comments!
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Bogue Chitto State Park, 17049 State Park Blvd, Franklinton, LA 70438, USA