Behind the Lafitte Barataria Museum, an elevated boardwalk extends 1.75 miles through cypress swamp, a bird rookery, open bayou, and freshwater marsh. Alligators sun themselves on the banks. Turtles line up on logs. Great blue herons stand in the shallows. Water hyacinth and spider lilies crowd the edges. This is the most accessible way to walk through a Louisiana swamp without getting wet, and it connects directly to the Barataria Preserve trail system. Bring bug spray.
Quick facts
- ·1.75-mile elevated boardwalk behind the Lafitte Barataria Museum
- ·Passes through cypress swamp, rookery, bayou, and marsh
- ·Alligators, turtles, herons, and orchids along the route
- ·Connects to the Barataria Preserve trail system
- ·Fully accessible — wheelchair-friendly elevated walkway
- ·Located at 4917 City Park Dr, Jean Lafitte
- ·Free access; bring insect repellent
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