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GILBERT
Big Lake Wildlife Management Area - 19,212 acres of hardwoods. Several small lakes and bayous. Franklin, Madison and Tensas parishes, 12 miles east of Gilbert. Day-hikes, birding, hunting, some fishing. (318) 757-4571

GOLDEN MEADOW
Hawk Eye Fishing Charters  - 125 E. 52nd St., Cut Off, LA 70345. Coastal & inland fishing for redfish and speckled trout year-round   (504) 632-6988.

GONZALES
Gonzales Welcome Center - 1006 West Hwy. 30, I-10 Exit 177, Gonzales, LA 70737. 8 am-4:30 pm Monday-Friday. Visitor information, maps, etc. (504) 647-9566, fax (504) 647-5124.

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Holiday Inn - 1500 W. Hwy. 30, Gonzales, LA 70737, between Baton Rouge & New Orleans (504) 647-8000.

GRAND ISLE
Grand Isle Tourist Commission - P.O. Box 817, Hwy. 1, Grand Isle, LA 70358. Beaches, fishing, crabbing, swimming, camping, gift shops, motels, restaurants, lounges, marinas, shaded lanes, 100-year-old homes. Ruins of Fort Livingston.  (504) 787-2997.

Grand Isle State Park - P.O. Box 741, Grand Isle, LA 70358. Features swimming, fishing, boating, crabbing, camping and beach activities. Facilities include a picnic area, camping area, bathhouses and fishing pier. (504) 787-2559.

Bridgeside Cabins & Marina  - 2012 LA Hwy. 1, Grand Isle, LA 70358.  Walking distance to beach, great surf fishing. (504) 787-2418.

Cajun Holiday Motel  - P.O. Box 599, Grand Isle, LA 70358. (504) 787-2002.

Sand Dollar - P.O. Box 600, Grand Isle, LA 70358. Motel, Marina, restaurant and sports bar  (504) 787-2893, (504) 787-2500.

Sea Breeze Cottages - 3210 LA. Hwy. 1, Grand Isle, LA 70358. 92 bedroom cabins with kitchenettes (504) 787-3180.

Sun & Sand Cabins - P.O. Box 1094, Hwy. 1, Grand Isle, LA 70358. Fully furnished individual cabins with patios  (504) 787-2456.

Cherece IV Charters - P.O. Box 1019, Grand Isle, LA 70358  deep-sea fishing in the Gulf  (504) 787-2200.

Pirates Cove Marina, across from Coast Guard Station, slips, condo's, charter fishing, full service marina store, lodging, fuel, bait  (504) 787-3880 (504) 787-4596

Bon Voyage Marina, fishing info, bait, 5 ton hoist, boat storage, charter boats, ice, tackle, overnite slips, propane gas full service marina store, fuel. on-stie camp  (504) 787-3179

GRAND CHENIER
Rockefeller Wildlife Refuge - Rt. 1, Box (20-B), Grand Chenier, LA 70643. 84,000 acres of coastal marshland. Refuge for ducks and geese and resting place for transient birds on the way to Central and South America. (318) 538-2286, (800) 456-SWLA.

GRAND COTEAU
Academy of the Sacred Heart - 1821 Academy Rd., Grand Coteau, LA 70541. Second-oldest educational institution west of the Mississippi. Continuous operation since 1821. Visit the museum, Shrine of St. John Berchmans, gardens, chapel, oak alley. (318) 662-5275.

GRETNA
City of Gretna Visitor Center - Huey P. Long Avenue at Fourth St., Gretna, LA 70053.  Located in the metropolitan New Orleans area Gretna was founded in 1836.  Features a Historic District, museums, and period houses. (504) 363-1580.

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Gretna Historic Museum Complex includes the Kittie Strehle Home, c. 1840, and the David Crockett Fire Museum.  205 Lafayette St., Gretna, LA 70053. (504) 362-3854.

La Quinta Inn - 50 Terry Pkwy., Gretna, LA 70056  (504)368-5600, (800) 531-5900.

GROSSE TETE
B&B - David's Country Cottages - Located 15 miles West of Baton Rouge, 40 miles East of Lafayette and 1/2 mile South of I-10(exit at Grosse Tete / Rosedale and turn South on the East bank of Bayou : 1-888-648-0116

GUEYDAN
Gueydan Duck Festival - Duck Festival Park, Gueydan, LA 70542. This 4-day event has been celebrated since 1977. It includes a parade, carnival, pageants, duck calling, entertainment and much more. (318) 824-6333 day, (318) 536-9328 night.

HACKBERRY
Sabine National Wildlife Refuge - 3000 Main St., Hwy. 27 South, Hackberry, LA 70645. 125,000-acre wildlife refuge preserves a large block of coastal marsh. The Visitors Center complex displays exhibits, a diorama and a 1-mile Nature Trail open to the public. (318) 762-3816, (800) 456-SWLA.

HAMMOND
Tangipahoa Parish Tourist Commission - 42271 South Morrison Blvd., Hammond, LA 70403. Swamp walks, alligators and exotic animal safari. Antiques, collectibles, arts & crafts. Bed & Breakfasts, first-class hotels and tree shaded RV parks  (504) 542-7520, (800) 542-7520.

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Hammond, Louisiana, Community Pages - has lot of restaurant info

Joyce Wildlife Management Area - 15,609 acres in Tangipahoa Parish. 2 miles south of Ponchatoula within the Pontchartrain Basin. Primarily cypress-tupelo swamp and a small tract of fresh marsh. Limited access by pirogue or canoe. Hunting, birding & watchable wildlife. Boardwalk. (504) 556-9890.

Zemurray Gardens - 23115 Zemurray Gardens Dr. (Hwy 40), Loranger, LA 70446. Visit the splendor. Beautiful 150-acre azalea garden includes 20-acre lake.  Approximately 15 minutes from Hammond. (504) 878-2284.

Bottolfs Manor  - 42366 South Range Road, Hammond, LA  70403, 504-345-1566  Constructed before the Civil War, Bottolfs Manor boasts of heart-pine floors, eight fireplaces and 12-foot ceilings with plaster medallions.  From the lavish grounds to the striking kitchen and upstairs bath, the residence has a charm and warmth about it that is enjoyed by many visitors.  Reputed to be haunted, the house sits back in its 10-acre site where most people don't even realize there is a home on the property.

Holiday Inn Hammond - 2000 S. Morrison Blvd., Hammond, LA 70403.  (504) 345-0556.

Michabelle - "A Little Inn & Restaurant"  1106 South Holly St, Hammond, LA  70403,  504-419-0550  The Michabelle is a lovely renovated Greek Revival Estate featuring 4 rooms, each with a private bath.  Located in the Historic City of Hammond surrounded by large oaks, and camellias.

Don's Seafood & Steak House - 1915 South Morrison Blvd., Hammond, LA 70403. Fresh Louisiana seafood prepared Cajun style with 50+ years of experience. Featuring prime aged Chicago beef.     (504) 345-8550.

New Orleans/Hammond KOA - 14154 Club Deluxe Rd., Hammond, LA 70403. Hook-up sites, 30/50 amp, A/C Kamping Kabins, tenting, swimming pool, fishing lake, boats, restrooms, showers, RV service, laundry, game room, groceries, LP gas. (504) 542-8094.

Punkin Park Campground - 43037 North Billville Road, Hammond, LA 70403.  I-12 Exit # 35 north.  Phone 504-567-3418 or 1-888-585-5519  "Camping with friends and family".  52 sites, 48 are full hook-ups, Shady lakefront campground.  cable TV, pool, laundry, 2 bathhouses, boat rentals, gameroom, group facilities and a 13-acre fishing lake.

HAHNVILLE
St. Charles Parish Economic Development Department - P.O. Box 302, Hahnville, LA 70057. Attractions: Destrehan and Ormond Plantations, St. Charles Borromeo Church/Cemetery. Des Allemands Catfish, Boutte's Alligator and Destrehan Plantation Fall festivals. (504) 783-5140.

HARVEY

Feliciana Cellars Winery - 1848 Charter St. (LA Hwy. 10), Jackson, LA 70848. Spanish mission-style winery in the heart of the Felicianas. Specializing in fine muscadine wines. Free tours and tastings. (504) 634-7982.

Feliciana Tours - P.O. Box 94, Jackson, LA 70748. Southern plantation country hospitality  (504) 634-5584.

Old Centenary Inn - 1740 Charter, Jackson, LA 70748. Charming Inn in small historic town  (504) 634-5050, (504) 634-5151.

B+B Milbank Historic House - 3045 Bank St., Jackson, LA 70748. Quiet surroundings.   (504) 634-5901.

JEAN LAFITTE
Jean Lafitte Tourist Commission - City Hall, Hwy. 45, Lafitte, LA 70067. Visit bayous and waterways that were used by the famous pirate Jean Lafitte. (800) 689-3525.

Bayou Barn “Cajun Canoeing & Dancing” - Hwy. 45, 313H, Crown Point, LA 70072. Authentic Cajun parties.  Swamp tours and canoe rentals. Live Cajun dance  (504) 689-2663, (800) TO-BAYOU.

Turgeon Tours & Charters - Rt. 1, Box 527-A, Lafitte, LA 70067.  See it all from the bayou to the Gulf or visit swamps at sunset in their special all- weather boat.   (504) 689-2911, (800) 73-SWAMP.

Lil' Cajun Swamp Tours - Rt. 1 Box 397-A, Crown Point, Marrero, LA 70072. True Cajun, Captain Cyrus, will narrate an educational and unforgettable 2-hour tour. Moonlight tours are also available. (504) 689-3213, (800) 725-3213.

Cochiara's Marina - Rt. 1 Box 526-B, Lafitte, LA 70067.  Large rooms with kitchens, sleep 4-6. Fish and crab from your own balcony. Full service marina.   (504) 689-3701, (504) 689-7928.

Victoria Inn Bed & Breakfast - Hwy. 45, Box 545-B, Lafitte, LA 70067. See  the bayous of the pirate Jean Lafitte.  (504) 689-4757, (800) 689-4797.

Boutte's Bayou Restaurant - Hwy. 45, Boutte St., Jean Lafitte, LA 70067. 26 yrs. of serving Gumbo, Crawfish Etouffee, and other Louisiana dishes.  Casual family dining;  (504) 689-3889, (504) 689-7978.

Restaurant des Familles - Corner of Hwys. 45 and 3134, Rt. 1 Box 313-A, Crown Point, LA 70072. A beautiful setting of live oaks and overlooking historic Bayou des Familles.  (504) 689-7834.

Voleo's Seafood Restaurant - Hwy. 45 and Nunez St., Lafitte, LA 70067. Authentic German and Cajun food served in a friendly bayou atmosphere. (504) 689-2482.

Barataria Spice Company - P.O. Box 239, Barataria, LA 70036-0239. Creator of Captain Mike's Seasoning (800) 793-7650, (504) 689-7650.

Higgins Seafood - Rt. 1, Box 508-A, Lafitte, LA 70067.  (504)689-3577.

Captain Crickett's Charters - 2632 Foliage Dr., Marrero, LA 70072. Based at Joe's Landing in Lafitte (504) 340-7521.

Captain Phil Robichaux's Saltwater Guide Service - 4037 Hugo Dr., Marrero, LA 70072. We guarantee fish  (504) 348-3264.

Lafitte Harbor Marina - End of Hwy. 45 South at C&M Dock., Lafitte, LA 70067.  71/2-ton hoist, power boat rental. Ice, bait, tackle, food, fishing/sightseeing charter and guide service. (504) 689-2013.

Ripp's Inland Charters - Box 4231/2, Barataria, LA 70036.    Specializing in redfish and speckled trout on light tackle. (504) 689-2665.

JEANERETTE
The Jeanerette Museum - 500 E. Main St., Jeanerette, LA 70544. The Jeanerette Museum at 500 Main presents 200 years of sugar cane history. Also wildlife, cypress & Mardi Gras.   (318) 276-4408.

B+B Alice Plantation Bed & Breakfast - 9217 Old Jeanerette Road, Jeanerette, LA 70544. Plantation B&B circa 1796. Tennis court, swimming pool and fish in the Bayou Teche. Numerous flower gardens and paths. Peaceful location.  (318) 276-3187.

JENA
Catahoula National Wildlife Refuge - P.O. Drawer Z, Rhinehart, LA 71363. 2 fishing areas (Cowpen Bayou and Duck Lake Impoundment), observation tower & boardwalk overlooking lake, walking trail, limited hunting, 9-mile drive. Birding list available. (318) 992-5261, fax (318) 992-6023.

JENNINGS
Jeff Davis Parish Tourist Commission - LA Oil & Gas Park, I-10 Exit 64, Jennings, LA 70546. Old general store, fine art museum, wildlife refuge, National Register homes, 1939 movie theater, Telephone Pioneer Museum, brick sidewalks, antiques, live alligators! Complimentary touring packet. (800) 264-5521.

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Chateau des Cocodries - LA Oil & Gas Park, I-10 Exit 64, Jennings, LA 70546. See live alligators and a 100-year-old turtle!   (800) 264-5521.

Founder's Park - 339 North Main Street, Jennings, LA 70546. Hand-painted mural depicting the history of Jennings. Fountains, brick sidewalks and landscaped patios, wrought iron benches, and antique public clock. Free. (318)821-5500.

Louisiana Oil & Gas Park - I-10 Exit 64, 100 Rue Acadian, Jennings, LA 70546. 31-acre park with replica of Louisiana's first oil derrick. Picnicking, fishing in 11-acre lake, duck feeding. Jogging/walking trail. Tourist Information  (800) 264-5521.

Louisiana Telephone Pioneer Museum - 311 N. Main St., Jennings, LA 70546. Traces 100 years of history of Louisiana telephone service. 15 exhibits include English/French audio presentations, equipment, tools, telephones. Short film in amphitheater.  (318) 821-5531.

W. H. Tupper General Merchandise Museum - 311 N. Main St., Jennings, LA 70546. Step back in time to early 1900. 10,000 authentic antiques including toys, clothes, hardware items, elixirs, Coushatta Indian baskets.   (318) 821-5532.

Zigler Museum - 411 Clara St., Jennings, LA 70546. Five centuries of European and American art, wildlife dioramas, wildfowl carvings, rotating exhibits and annual Christmas festival.  (318) 824-0114.

Holiday Inn Jennings - 603 Holiday Dr., Jennings, LA 70546. I-10, Exit 64   (318) 824-5280.

Boudin King Restaurant - 906 West Division St., Jennings, LA 70546. Two miles south of Jennings I-10 Exit 64. “Boudin King” Ellis Cormier offers spicy Cajun specialties, gumbo and his famous Cajunway boudin.  (318) 824-6593.

Old Magnolia Gift Shop - 311 N. Main St., Jennings, LA 70546. Best selection of Louisiana-made products, regional books, Cajun/Zydeco music, cookbooks, food items, handmade jewelry, Coushatta baskets (318) 821-5531

JONESBORO
Town of Jonesboro - 128 Allen Ave., Jonesboro, LA 71251. A Christmas wonderland, Jonesboro glows with five million miniature lights, magical decorations, parade and fireworks each year the first Saturday after Thanksgiving beginning at 4:30 pm. (318) 259-2385.

KENNER
Jefferson Parish Tourist Information Center - 300 Veterans Hwy. (I-10 and Loyola), Kenner, LA 70062.  10 miles from New Orleans. Six museums, hotels/motels, restaurants, shopping, the Pontchartrain Center and more. (504) 468-7527, (504) 468-7229.

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Kenner Convention and Visitors Bureau - 2100 3rd Street, Suite 11, Kenner, LA 70062. (504) 464-9494, (800) 231-5282.

Rivertown Museums - 624 Williams Blvd., Kenner, LA 70062. Victorian village featuring five museums, planetarium, specialty shops, an aquarium, art gallery, live theater and a nice view of the Mississippi River in Louisiana. (504) 468-7229, (504) 468-7231.

Best Western Inn at the Airport - 1021 Airline Hwy., Kenner, LA 70062 (504) 464-1644, (800) 528-1234.

Holiday Inn & Holidome - New Orleans Airport - 2929 Williams Blvd., Kenner, LA 70062   (504) 467-5611.

La Quinta Inn - 2610 Williams Blvd., Kenner, LA 70062  (504) 466-1401, (800) 531-5900.

New Orleans Airport Hilton - 901 Airline Highway, Kenner, LA 70062.   (504) 469-5000.

Pontchartrain Center - 4545 Williams Blvd., Kenner, LA 70065. Over 35,000 sq. ft. of exhibit space and 6 meeting rooms  (504) 465-9985.

KENTWOOD
Kentwood Museum, 204 Avenue E,  Kentwood, LA 70444, Phone 504-229-4656  The old Venable Building is the home for the Kentwood Museum.  Timber, brick and dairy industries have been the building blocks for Kentwood.  Displays depict the lifestyles, culture and industry in the Kentwood area from the 1800's.   The history of the famous Kentwood Spring Water from the deep flowing artesian well is also displayed at the museum.

Sweet Home Baptist Church - Sweet Home Road,  Kentwood, LA  70444,   Phone 504-229-4656 (Kentwood Museum)  Sweet Home Baptist Church depicts the rich history and lives of the African Americans of the Kentwood Community beginning in 1888.  The church holds many artifacts and memorabilia from the past to the present.  Special services and gospel singings are still held in the church on special occasions.

B+B, The 1904 House-  505 Avenue I,  Kentwood, LA  70444,  504-229-8049 or 504-229-5802  Tturn of the century home located on spacious grounds.  Period antiques.  2 rooms with private baths,  central heat and air, full breakfast included. 30 miles from Hammond and 5 miles to the Mississippi State line.

KINDER
Kinder Tourist Center - P.O. Drawer AH, Kinder, LA 70648. KinderFest drug and alcohol free Festival, Labor Day weekend. Christmas Paradise, second Saturday in December. Kinder located intersection Highways 190/165. Crossroads to everywhere. (318) 738-2620.

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KRAEMER
Pure Cajun Swamp Tours - 1222 Hwy. 307, Kraemer, LA 70301. Guided walk 1-1 1/2 hr. In a real Cajun swamp.  French guides. (504) 633-9306, (504) 633-9714.

Torres Cajun Swamp Tours - 101 Torres Rd., Hwy. 307, Kraemer, LA 70301.  native Cajun guide (504) 633-7739.

KROTZ SPRINGS
Sherburne WMA & Atchafalaya National Wildlife Refuge - Approximately 43,000 acres in the upper Atchafalaya River Basin. Bottomland hardwoods managed for wildlife. Hunting, fishing. Camping area/water, shooting range complex, nearby boat launches. (318) 948-0255, (318) 566-2251.

B+B Country Store Bed & Breakfast Inn - 200 North Main Street, Krotz Springs, LA 70750. Situated atop country general store   (318) 566-2331, (800) 484-9005 pin 1332.

LACOMBE
Bayou Lacombe Crab Festival - P.O. Box 1573, Hwy. 190, Lacombe, LA 70445. Family-type festival with excellent selection of seafood, entertainment, arts & crafts, rides, contests for kids. Held annually, under the shade of hundred-year-old oaks. (504) 822-5528.  [it's a good family festival unless you are a crab]

Mildred Fishe Guest Cabin - This is a private cabin retreat in Lacombe is surrounded by 12,000 acres of spectacular woodlands, swamps, and bayous. P.O. Box 1985, 26545 Mildred Dr, Lacombe, Louisiana 70445 (800) 647-1824

LAFAYETTE
Lafayette Convention and Visitors Commission - 1400 NW Evangeline Thruway, Lafayette, LA 70501. Experience genuine Cajun culture in Lafayette. Feel the rhythm of the music. Dance a lively two-step. Feast on real Cajun and Creole food. (318) 232-3808, (800) 346-1958.

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Acadian Cultural Center-Jean Lafitte National Historical Park & Preserve - 501 Fisher Rd., Lafayette, LA 70508. Headquarters of the three-site Acadian Unit. Interprets cultural resources related to the Cajun people, provides ways to interact with and understand Cajun culture. Film chronicles the Acadian story. (318) 232-0789.

Festival International de Louisiane - 735 Jefferson St., Lafayette, LA 70501. Over 400 artists from Africa, Canada, the Caribbean, Europe, and the Americas meet to participate in this unique, free celebration of Louisiana's rich cultural heritage. (318) 232-8086.

“Le Cajun” CFMA Music Awards Ceremony & Festival - 101 Grassy Ln., Carencro, LA 70520. Unique festival features Cajun music, food, & crafts; culminates with Cajun French Music Association's “Le Cajun” Music Awards.   (318) 896-8186.

Acadian Village - 200 Green Leaf Dr., Lafayette, LA 70506. A monument to the proud culture of the Acadian people. As a folk life museum, it offers an authentic vision of Acadian society in South Louisiana during the 19th century. (318) 981-2364, (800) 962-9133.

Cajun Country Store - 401 E. Cypress, Lafayette, LA 70501. Large authentic country store in a 1930s warehouse where local craftsmen, artists musicians are featured. Extensive inventory of Louisiana books, music, cookbooks & T-Shirts. (318) 233-7977, (800) 252-9689.

Chretien Point Plantation - Rt. 1, Box 162, Sunset, LA 70584. 15 minutes north of Lafayette. C. 1831. Tours daily 10-5. Restored French Louisiana manor. Civil War battle site, antiques, stairway reproduced for Tara in Gone with the Wind. (318) 233-7050, (800) 880-7050.

Evangeline Downs - 3620 N.W. Evangeline Thruway (I-49 North), Lafayette, LA 70509. Thoroughbred horseracing   (318) 896-7223.

Kart Ranch  - 508 Youngsville Hwy. 89, Lafayette, LA 70508. Family entertainment center with go-karts, kiddie karts, bumper boats, and 8000 sq. ft. game room.   (318) 837-5278.

Lafayette Museum - The Alexandre Mouton House - 1122 Lafayette St., Lafayette, LA 70501. Lafayette Museum, lovely house museum, repository of history, culture of Acadiana. Sunday house of Lafayette's founder, Jean Mouton. Home of his son, Governor Alexandre Mouton. (318) 234-2208. [a cute little museum]

Louisiana Museum of Military History - 3000 NE Evangeline Thruway, Lafayette, LA 70507. One mile North of I-10 on I-49. Exhibits from Civil War to present. Aircraft, armor, weapons . (318) 235-4322.

St. John Cathedral, Cemetery, Museum, & Oak Tree - 914 St. John Street, Lafayette, LA 70501. Site founded 1821, third structure, c. 1916, Dutch Romanesque architecture. Near 500-year-old oak. Many Lafayette founders buried in old cemetery.  (318) 232-1322.

Vermilionville - 1600 Surrey St., Lafayette, LA 70508. Celebrate Acadian/Creole life through crafts and music with costumed interpreters and guided tours. Open daily. Call (318) 233-4077, (800) 99-BAYOU.

Acadiana To Go - 619 Woodvale Ave., Lafayette, LA 70503. Sightseeing tours of Acadiana & Louisiana. (318) 981-3918.

Cajun Country Tours - 2020 Pinhook Rd., Ste. 201, Lafayette, LA 70508.   (318) 235-8000, (800) 364-0924.

International Tours de Louisiane  - P.O. Box 52249, Lafayette, LA 70505-2449  (318) 233-3972, fax (318) 233-3952.

Best Western Hotel Acadiana - 1801 West Pinhook Rd., Lafayette, LA 70508  (800) 874-4664 LA, (800) 826-8386 USA.

Comfort Inn Lafayette - 1421 S.E. Evangeline Thruway, Lafayette, LA 70501  (318) 232-9000, (800) 800-8752.

Days Inn Lafayette - 1620 North University, Lafayette, LA 70506. I-10 at University, Exit 101.  (318) 237-8880, (800) 329-7466.

Holiday Inn Express - 2053 S.W. Evangeline Thruway, Lafayette, LA 70508  (318) 234-2000.

Holiday Inn Holidome - Lafayette - 2032 N.E. Evangeline Thruway, Lafayette, LA 70501. I-10 @ I-49, Exit 103A.  . (318) 233-6815, (800) 942-4868 US and Canada.

Holiday Inn North - 2716 N.E. Evangeline Thruway, Lafayette, LA 70507   (318) 233-0003, (800) 473-0360.

Lafayette Hilton & Towers - 1521 West Pinhook Rd., Lafayette, LA 70505    (318) 235-6111, (800) 33-CAJUN.

La Quinta Inn - 2100 N.E. Evangeline Thruway, Lafayette, LA 70501.   (318) 233-5610, (800) 531-5900.

Quality Inn - 1605 N. University Ave. (I-10, Exit 101), Lafayette, LA 70506.   (318) 232-6131, (800) 752-2682.

Rodeway Inn - 1801 N.E. Evangeline Thruway, Lafayette, LA 70501.   (318) 233-5500, (800) 535-5344.

Shoney's Inn Lafayette - 2216 N.E. Evangeline Thruway, Lafayette, LA 70501.  (318) 234-0383, (800) 222-2222.

Travelodge Executive Plaza - 120 E. Kaliste Saloom Rd., Lafayette, LA 70508  (318) 235-0858.

Travelodge Lafayette Center - 1101 W. Pinhook Rd., Lafayette, LA 70503  (318) 234-7402.

Travel Host Inn South - 1314 N.E. Evangeline Thruway, Lafayette, LA 70501   (318) 233-2090, (800) 677-1466.

B+B A la Bonne Veillee Guest House - Hwy. 339, 3238 J. Alcee Road, Abbeville, LA 70510. C. 1860, National Register Historic Places, beautiful rural setting  (318) 937-5495.

B+B Alida's, A Bed and Breakfast - 2631 SE Evangeline Thruway, Lafayette, LA 70508-2168   1902 Queen Anne cottage (800) 922-5867, (318) 264-1191.

B+B Belle of the Oaks - 122 Le Medecin Rd., Carencro, LA 70520. C. 1910 Victorian landmark   (318) 896-4965.

B+B Bois des Chenes Bed and Breakfast - 338 N Sterling, Lafayette, La. 70501  (318) 233 7816

B+B Chretien Point Plantation - Rt. 1, Box 162, Sunset, LA 70584. 15 minutes North of Lafayette. Elegantly restored French Louisiana manor, c. 1831. Civil War battle site, stairway reproduced for Gone With The Wind. Antiques, full breakfast, tour, cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, swimming, tennis. (318) 662-5876 or (800) 880-7050.

B+B Country Oaks Guesthouse - 1138A Lawless Tauzin Rd., Breaux Bridge, LA 70517. Quiet relaxing country charm. 1830 Acadian farmhouse with guest cottages on 13 acres with century-old oaks, stocked fishing lake, boats, and wooded walking trails. (318) 332-3093.

B+B La Maison de Campagne, Lafayette Bed & Breakfast - 825 Kidder Rd., Carencro, LA 70520. Large, early 1900s country Victorian in heart of Acadiana in quiet countryside. (318) 896-6529, (800) 895-0235.

B+B T'Frere's House Bed & Breakfast - 1905 Verot School Rd., Lafayette, LA 70508. Beautiful century-old internationally acclaimed Cajun landmark.  (318) 984-9347, (800) 984-9347.

The Bistro - 101 E. Second St., Broussard, LA 70518.  (318) 837-2937.

Cafe Vermilionville - 1304 W. Pinhook Rd., Lafayette, LA 70503. (318) 237-0100.

Charley G's Seafood Grill & Bar - 3809 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy., Lafayette, LA 70503   (318) 981-0108.

LaFonda Restaurant - 3809 Johnston St., Lafayette, LA 70503. The best in Texas-Mexican food since 1957    (318) 984-5630. [maybe the best place to eat in town - this Tex-mex place is one of the best run restaurants in the world -John]

The Original Don's Seafood & Steakhouse of Lafayette - 301 E. Vermilion, Lafayette, LA 70501. Third generation family-owned restaurant located in historic downtown Lafayette. (318) 235-3551. [a lot of the old timers eat here]

Prejean's Restaurant - 3480 U.S. Hwy. 167 North, Lafayette, LA 70507-2550. Cajun, seafood and exotic alligator specialties Live Cajun music 7 nights/week. (318) 896-3247.

Randol's Cajun Restaurant & Dance Hall - 2320 Kaliste Saloom Rd., Lafayette, LA 70508. “Two Steppin', Toe Tappin', Taste Temptin” authentic Cajun food, music, and dancing 7 nights a week in a fun-filled family atmosphere. (318) 981-7080, (800) YO-CAJUN.

Lafayette Shooters Wilderness & Western Wear - 3520 Ambassador Caffery Parkway, Lafayette, LA 70503. Outdoor specialty store (318) 988-1191.

Bayou Wildnerness RV Resort - 201 St. Claire, Carencro, LA 75020. Experience quiet Cajun camping on the bayous 120 full service pull thrus. 30-50 amp. (318) 896-0598.

Lafayette KOA Kampground - Rt. 2 Box 261, Scott, LA 70583. “Heart of Cajun Country.” Kamping Kabins. Fishing, swimming pool, mini-golf, Free Tours, paddle boats. (318) 235-2739, (800) KOA-0809.

Kerrville Bus Company - 958 Birdsong Rd., Lafayette, LA 70507. Specializing in group motorcoach charters.   Call (800) 467-4020.

LAFITTE
Lafitte Harbor Marina 7 1/2 ton hoist, 2 back down ramps, wet & dry slips, boat rentals, Fishing guides, full service marina store, on-site lodging (504) 689-2013

Wetlands Guides Fish inland fresh and saltwater areas with light and medium action tackle for redfish, speckled trout, and flounder. If you have never caught a redfish on light takle, you are in for the thrill of your life! (504)-689-3148

LAKE ARTHUR
Lacassine National Wildlife Refuge - HCR 63, Box 186, Lake Arthur, LA 70549. Over 30,000 acres of freshwater marsh offer fantastic views of wading birds and thousands of wintering ducks and geese. Fishing and hunting permitted. (318) 774-5923.

Myers Landing - HCR 63 Box 179-A, Lake Arthur, LA 70549. 60 full RV hook-ups, clubhouse, grocery store and boat launch. Situated under beautiful oak trees on the Mermentau River. (318) 774-2338.

LAKE BRUIN
See St. Joseph

LAKE CHARLES
Southwest Louisiana/Lake Charles Convention & Visitors Bureau - 1211 N. Lakeshore Dr., Lake Charles, LA 70601. The Creole Nature Trail Scenic Byway, Historic “Charpentier” District, Museums, Festivals (800) 456-SWLA, (318) 436-9588.

Lake Charles, Louisiana Hotel Links

Creole Nature Trail Scenic Byway - 1211 N. Lakeshore Dr., Lake Charles, LA 70601. A photographer's, sportsman's & bird watcher's paradise...A 105-mile driving & walking tour. Four National Wildlife Refuges & bird sanctuary. Fishing, crabbing & beaches. (318) 436-9588, (800) 456-SWLA.

Earthworks/Fine Art Gallery - 1424 Ryan St., Lake Charles, LA 70601. The largest art gallery in the area. Unique nature store inside the gallery.  (318) 439-1430.

Best Western Richmond Suites Hotel - Hwy. 171 at I-10, 2600 Moeling Street, Lake Charles, LA 70615.  (318) 433-5213.

Chateau Charles Hotel & Suites - 2900 Hwy. 90 West, Westlake, LA 70669. (318) 882-6130.

Holiday Inn Lake Charles - 505 N. Lakeshore Dr., Lake Charles, LA 70601. buffets, cocktails. I-10 East, Exit 29; I-10 West, Exit 30A. (800) 433-8809 (LA), (800) 367-1884 (USA).

Inn on the Bayou - 1101 W. Prien Lake Rd., Lake Charles, LA 70601. I-210 and Prien Lake Rd., on Contraband Bayou. (800) OH BAYOU, or (318) 474-5151.

Travel Inn Motor Hotel - 1212 N. Lakeshore Dr., Lake Charles, LA 70601. (318) 433-9461.

B+B Adelaide's Bed & Breakfast - 321 Peake St., Lake Charles, LA 70601. Beautiful 1910 1 1/2 story among 6 old pecan trees. (318) 439-5200.

B+B Ramsay-Curtis Mansion Guest House - 626 Broad Street, Lake Charles, LA 70601-4337. This Queen Anne Guest House (c.1885) on the National Register of Historic Places.  (800) 52-CHARM.

B+B Walter's Attic - 618 Ford Street, Lake Charles, LA 70601.  Located 5 blocks east of Civic Center. (318) 439-3210.

Paw Paw's Seafood & Steakhouse - 300 Hwy. 171, Lake Charles, LA 70601. Easy on easy off. So. of I-10.  (318) 439-5410.

Steamboat Bill's Seafood - 732 N. M.L.K. Hwy., and 1004 Lakeshore Dr. (across from riverboat), Lake Charles, LA 70601.  (318) 494-1700.

Southland Coins & Collectibles - 1737 W. Sale Rd., Lake Charles, LA 70605. Gold, silver, treasure coins, 100-year-old newspapers, maps, stamps, Civil War relics, artifacts, rocks and fossils.  (318) 478-2646.

Mardi Gras of Imperial Calcasieu - P.O. Box 1234, Lake Charles, LA 70602-1234. (318) 436-7006.

Big Lake Guide Service - 141 Pelican Point Rd., Lake Charles, LA 70605. Light tackle/saltwater fishing for speckled trout, redfish & flounder in Calcasieu Lake & Gulf of Mexico. (318) 598-3268.

KOA Lake Charles/Vinton - 1514 Azema St., I-10 Exit 8, Vinton, LA 70668. Open all year. hook-ups, showers, flush toilets, laundry, pool, store, LP gas, sanitary station, leashed pets, mini-golf, Creole Nature Trail. (318) 589-2300; reservations: (800) 562-1899.

Cameron Prairie National Wildlife Refuge - 1428 Hwy. 27, Bell City, LA 70630. Visitor Center with wildlife dioramas, Cajun Robot, wetlands, birds. Refuge includes wildlife drive and is located 10 miles south of Holmwood. (318) 598-2216, (800) 456-SWLA.

Sam Houston Jones State Park - 101 Sutherland Rd., Lake Charles, LA 70611. Features a camping area, vacation cabins, boating, fishing, picnicking and natural areas. (318) 855-2665.

LAKE PROVIDENCE
Byerley House Visitor and Community Center - 600 Lake St., U.S. 65 North, Lake Providence, LA 71254. National Register Victorian house provides Louisiana and area information, maps, hospitality. Park, picnic area on lake. Near Poverty Point (318) 559-5125.

Louisiana Cotton Museum - Rt. 2 Box 17, U.S. Hwy. 65 North, Lake Providence, LA 71254. Exhibits explaining king cotton and its impact on society and technology. (318) 559-2041.

LAPLACE
St. John the Baptist Parish Economic Development Department - 1801 W. Airline Hwy., LaPlace, LA 70068. Home to the River Road plantations as well as swamp tours, historic homes, bonfires on the levee on Christmas Eve and festivals like the Garyville Timbermill Festival & St. John Parish Andouille Festival. (504) 652-9569.

Lalace, Louisiana Hotel Links

Manchac Wildlife Management Area - St. John the Baptist Parish, 17 miles northeast of LaPlace. 8,325 acres of freshwater marsh. Access is limited to boats. Hunting, waterfowl hunting, fishing, birding. (504) 556-9890.

Brass Lantern Restaurant - 50 Dominican Dr., LaPlace, LA 70068. Behind Riverlands Shopping Center.  (504) 652-1111.

Bull's Corner Restaurant - 1036 W. Airline Hwy., LaPlace, LA 70068. (504) 652-3544.

LAROSE
French Food Festival - 307 E. 5th Street, Hwy. 308, Larose, LA 70373. Cajun cooking. Other attractions include a Folklife Tent, craft show, Cajun/Zydeco bands, and parade. (504) 693-7355.

LECOMPTE
Hardy House Bed & Breakfast - 1414 Weems St., Lecompte, LA 71346. Unusual architecture  (318) 776-5896, fax (318) 776-5103.

Lea's Lunchroom - Hwy. 71 South, Lecompte, LA 71346. Enjoy Southern country food. 67 years in business. In Restaurant Hall of Fame. (318) 776-5178, fax (318) 776-5103.

LEEVILLE
Wisner Wildlife Management Area - Lafourche Parish, 10 miles south of Leeville. Access by boat only. 21,621 acres of mostly saltwater marsh managed for wildlife. Fishing, crabbing, shrimping, birding, boating.
(504) 556-9890.

LEESVILLE
Vernon Parish Tourist Commission - P.O. Box 1228, Leesville, LA 71496-1228. Leesville, the seat of Vernon Parish, is seven miles north of Fort Polk, within an easy drive of Toledo Bend Reservoir and Lakes Vernon and Anacoco. (318) 238-0783.

Leesville, Louisiana Hotel Links

Boise-Vernon Wildlife Management Area - Vernon parish, 20 miles west of Leesville. 54,269 acres managed primarily for pine timber. Hunting, campsites, birding. (318) 491-2575.

Fort Polk Wildlife Management Area - Vernon Parish 10 miles SE of Leesville. 109,855 acres long-leaf pine forest interspersed with river bottoms. Fishing, hunting with special permit. (318) 491-2575.

Peason Ridge Wildlife Management Area - Sabine, Natchitoches and Vernon parishes, 18 miles north of Leesville. 33,488 acres of mixed pine forests, mixed hardwood tracts, creek beds. Hunting with special permit. (318) 491-2575.

Country Inns - 3075 Lake Charles Hwy., Leesville, LA 71446.  (800) 256-2210.

Holiday Inn - Hwy. 171 S., Leesville, LA 71446  (318) 239-7571.

Diamond “S” RV Park & Campground of Leesville/Fort Polk - 1826-7715 Shreveport Hwy. (171 N), Leesville, LA 71446. Located 21/2 miles north of Hwy. 8/28 on 171 North. A Good Sam Park with full hook-ups (30 & 50 Amp).  (318) 239-3256.

Kisatchie National Forest - Fullerton Lake Recreation Area - 3362 Lake Charles Hwy., Leesville, LA 71446. Site of old Fullerton Sawmill, this 20-acre lake offers picnicking, fishing, hiking trail, group picnic shelter. Camping area: 8 units with no hook-ups; restroom facilities. (318)
239-6576.

Tchefuncte Campground - I-12 Exit # 47 in Robert, LA. Hwy. 445 and east on Hwy. 40. Phone 504-796-3654  "On a clean, cold Tchefuncte River".    Fishing, swimming, or walks along the riverbank.  Swimming
pool and game room.  There are many planned activities for the whole family.  Large building for clubs and  groups to meet and eat.  Catering available.  If you're looking for quality time with the family or a quiet
getaway, come enjoy Tchefuncte Campground.

LORANGER
Zemurray Gardens -  23115 Zemurray Garden Dr,  Loranger, LA 70446   Exit 36 off I-55 or Exit 47 off I-12.  Phone 504-878-2284  In Zemurray Gardens.  "Mirror Lake" forms the center of several miles of walking paths through hundreds of azaleas, camellias, iris, dogwood, honeysuckle and other flowering plants.

Sweetwater Campgroungs - I-55 to Exit # 41, Independence, LA, take Hwy. 40 east to Hwy. 1054.  57056 North Cooper Road, Loranger, LA 70446  Phone 504-878-6853 or 888-818-6182 Plenty of shade trees, camping facilities, horseback riding year round and a large swimming pool, volley ball.

LUTCHER
St. James Culture and Heritage Museum/Tourist Information Center - 1988 Hwy. 44 (Jefferson Hwy.), Lutcher, LA 70071   (504) 869-9752, fax (504) 869-9752.

Festival of the Bonfires - P.O. Box 247, Lutcher, LA 70071. December 13, 14, 15, 1996. Hwy 641, in Lutcher. Features bonfires nightly, Cajun food, music, crafts.  (504) 869-8557 or  (800) 367-7852.