With year-round hunting, fishing, golf and countless other opportunities for outdoor recreation, it is easy to see why Louisiana's nickname is "Sportsman's Paradise.” Sure, that’s a lot to live up to. But with thousands of hiking and biking trails, beautiful State Parks, and one of the largest game preserves in the United States, Louisiana is the ultimate playground for all outdoorsmen. Our vast expanse of coastal wetlands and countless birding trails make our state a habitat for many rare and endangered species and a natural paradise for bird watchers as well. Come step into the wild outdoors of Louisiana.
Spectacular fishing in Cocodrie, Louisiana
Aerial view of Louisiana's marshlands and fishing grounds near the coast of the Gulf of Mexico.
Cabins for rent at Poverty Point Reservoir State Park near Monroe, Louisiana
See beautiful birds such as the Roseate Spoonbill along the many birding areas in Louisiana.
A perfect way to end a day of fishing on Lake Bruin.
Holly Beach near Lake Charles, Louisiana
Tarpon Rodeo logo medal ©tarponrodeo.org
Honey Island Swamp Tour on the Pearl River outside Slidell.
Go Stand Up Paddleboarding on the Tchefuncte River in the Northshore area of Louisiana. ©Bayou Paddle Co.
Alligator swimming in Louisiana
Baby snow egrets ©www.parkerbrandcreative.com
Bayou Segnette State Park ©LouisianaTravel.com
Grand Isle Tarpon Rodeo ©Nola.com
Step outside and play at Vernon Lake outside Leesville.
Take a guided tour of Lake Claiborne State Park.
Fishing in the marshes near Dulac, Louisiana
Bayou Adventure Kayaking
Bayou Segnette State Park Cabin ©Louisiana Travel
The amazing fields of sunflowers will brighten your day as you head into Gilliam for the Sunflower Trail and Festival in the spring.
Take in the beautiful scenery and wildlife at City Park in New Orleans.
Hike the trails at Tunica Hills Wildlife Area just a short drive outside Baton Rouge.
Instagram user @Extreme_outdoors0 Bass fishermen ©Instagram user @Extreme_outdoors0
Red River in Alexandria
Fishing for the big Redfish in the brackish waters in Lafourche Parish, Louisiana.
Kayaking on Cane Bayou in the Northshore. ©Leigh Wright
Roseate Spoonbill
Go tubing in Bogue Chitto State Park Louisiana
Barataria Preserve ©LouisianaTravel.com
Kisatchie Bayou runs through sections of Kisatchie National Forest.
Stroll the boardwalks at Louisiana State Arboretum State Preservation Area
Get out on the bayou with Cajun Man's Swamp Tours and Adventure in Houma, LA
Enjoy the rolling hills and gorgeous rivers in Bogue Chitto State Park.
Kids showing off their catch at the International Grand Isle Tarpon Rodeo ©TarponRodeo.org
Tour the Oakley House in Audubon State Historic Site where John James Audubon painted some of his nature paintings.
Stay at a cabin while experiencing Louisiana's outdoors in Poverty Point State Park
The Louisiana Marathon 2019 Dates ©The Louisiana Marathon
Kayak fishing on Cypress Black Bayou in Shreveport. ©Shreveport-Bossier CVB
Bayou Segnette State Park Cabin
Downtown Baton Rouge Levee Bike Path ©Atchafalaya National Heritage Area
The LSU Lakes are a great place to get outdoors and go for a run, walk SUP or kayak in Baton Rouge.
Kayaking on Cane Bayou ©Leigh Wright
Cypress Bend Park's Beach on Toledo Bend Reservoir in Louisiana.
There are plenty of inshore and offshore Louisiana fishing opportunities.
Hike the Tunica Hills Wildlife Management Area outside Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Go paddling on Lake Kincaid in Kisatchie National Forest.
Visiting NOLA? Practice yoga in one of the most historic buildings in the city.
Jimmie Davis State Park is a great spot for a family camping weekend in Louisiana.
A round of golf also means epic scenery at Black Bear Golf Club in Monroe, Louisiana
Shop and get ready for your outdoor adventure at Bass Pro Shops in Denham Springs.
Fishing dock at the Poverty Point Reservoir State Park in Delhi, Louisiana
Lake Bistineau State Park in north Louisiana is a scenic spot for family fun, fishing, camping and boating.
Photo
McGees Swamp Tour - Airboat through the swamp!
The 2018 International Grand Isle Tarpon Rodeo Top Fishing Award Winners ©TarponRodeo.org
Catch a red snapper while deep sea fishing off the coast of Louisiana.
Louisiana Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser with members of the Tarpon Rodeo team at the 90th annual International Grand Isle Tarpon Rodeo in 2018 ©TarponRodeo.org
Hiking on the Kisatchie National Forest Longleaf Vista Trail.
Gorgeous sunsets can accompany your fishing trip on Poverty Point Reservoir State Park.
Ancient Native American mounds at Poverty Point World Heritage Site.
Red Snapper Charter at TradeWinds Marina & Lodge. ©Louisiana Red Snapper Charter
Kayaking on the Bayou Teche outside of Breaux Bridge, Louisiana
Camping in Kisatchie National Park
Creole Nature Trail in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Kayaking on Cane Bayou in the Northshore area of Louisiana.
Spend a day enjoying nature on Fontainbleau State Park Beach.
Feeding Animals at Leaning Oak Farm ©Leaning Oak Farm
Outdoors at Poverty Point State Park
Take a break and wander through the trees at the Kisatchie National Forest outside Alexandria.
Azaleas in bloom at R.W. Norton Gardens in Shreveport.
Stay overnight in cabins at Tickfaw State Park.
Explore the beauty of Louisiana's pine forests via horseback in the Kisatchie National Forest.
False River in New Roads
Barrycuda Bass Fisherman ©Instagrammer @Barrycuda
Enjoy birding, fishing and outdoor activities along the Creole Nature Trail ©Lake Charles Southwest Louisiana CVB
Cabins at Fontainebleau State Park. ©LouisianaNorthshore.com
Hodges Gardens State Park waterfall
Enjoy the beautiful beaches at Grand Isle.
Madisonville's Tchefuncte River lighthouse was built in 1837.
Sunsets are second to none at Cypremort Point State Park.
No horse? No problem. There are plenty of horseback riding options for visitors.
Fishing is one of the top draws at Lake D'Arbonne State Park.
Explore the waters that wind through Kisatchie National Park.
Enjoy Louisiana on horseback.
Fishing
Wading in the shallows of Lake Bruin.
Sunrise at the Poverty Point State Park marina
Gator on Honey Island Swamp Tour
Ride bikes on the Tammany Trace. ©LouisianaNorthshore.com
Grosse Savanne Eco-tour ©www.parkerbrandcreative.com
Fishermen with their catch at the International Grand Isle Tarpon Rodeo ©TarponRodeo.org