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Louisiana Old State Capitol
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POINTE COUPEE PARISH
History, scenery, and recreation combine in Pointe Coupee
Parish, one of the oldest settlements in the entire Mississippi Valley. Tour the White Hall Plantation, hike or bike the
False River Historical Trail, or go for a scenic drive to explore
moss hung oaks, cedars and pecan trees, fields of sugar cane
and cotton, and stately antebellum mansions.

Towns & Cities

Fordoche, Livonia, Morganza, New Roads

ST. CHARLES PARISH
Known as the German Coast, St. Charles is largely defined
by its agriculture. From timber to tobacco, sugar cane to indigo, this town was created by hard-working people and is a
great place for a family vacation.

Towns & Cities

Almedia, Ama, Bayou Gauche, Boutte, Des Allemands,
Destrehan, Frellsen, Hahnville, Killona, Luling, Mimosa
Park, Montz, New Sarpy, Norco, Paradis, St. Rose, Taft

ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST PARISH
With numerous plantations, swamp tours, and an Andouille
Festival, St. John the Baptist Parish perfectly embodies the
spirit of Louisiana. Take an airboat tour, dine in an authentic
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Cajun restaurant, and experience the plantations, complete
with staff in period costumes.

Towns & Cities

Edgard, Garyville, LaPlace, Reserve

ST. HELENA PARISH
St. Helena Parish offers many interesting landmarks and
tourist attractions, including the Old parish jail, Grangeville
MotoCross, Fluker’s Bluff, Merryda Downs, Crown Zellerbach Land, and the International Paper Company. For the
sportsman, there are plenty of opportunites for recreation at
Montpelier Park and the Pine Grove Area Hunting Preserve.

Towns & Cities

Greensburg, Montpelier

ST. JAMES PARISH
Take a step away and off the beaten path to enjoy all St. James
Parish has to offer. St. James is full of activity to keep you on
your toes, ensuring that everybody has a good time no matter
the occasion. Festivals are held for every season and there's
plenty of fun to be had year-round in this hidden treasure of
Louisiana.

Towns & Cities

Convent, Gramercy, Lutcher, Vacherie
LOUISIANA TRAVEL AND RECREATION