Hello Louisiana

[Bill_T]

Deb and I will be passing thru the lower half of Louisiana in late March. Never been there and would like recommendations on campgrounds and eateries. We try to stay out of the cities and enjoy the backwoods. Camping in Forest Service, COE's, state parks, and old deer hunting sites.
Looking online I see tours being offered for airboat rides and swamp tours. Sounds interesting. What will the weather be like that time of year?
Thanks for your comments.

[dfrost]

You must indulge in crawfish, gumbo and boudin while there! Not a true experience if you leave that out of your visit!!

[mds47588]

If at all possible, try to visit Breaux Bridge on a Saturday morning for breakfast at Cafe Des-Amis. Do a simple Google search for their zydeco breakfast.

And times two on Bayou Segnette while in the New Orleans area.

[Bill_T]

Thanks BayouBoys I'll look it up.

[BayouBoys]

If your looking for backwoods camping, Lake Fausse Point State Park is very backwoods. Great campground for relaxing and fishing, but quite a drive from civilization.

[Bill_T]

Hey, ya'll doing good! I've got a page full of places to stay and places to eat. Don't stop now!

Will the weather be good for short-sleeved britches?

Dannyabear1 I wouldn't touch that with a ten foot pole.lol

[johnhicks]

Myers Landing south of Lake Arthur is interesting http://www.myerslanding.com/ . It's basically a fishcamp/huntcamp with full hookups and a store, friendly people.

Also bear in mind that Louisiana roads are best described as "corduroy."

[Cat_Lady]

Here ya go:

Poche's RV Park & Fish Camp

Avery Island

Shadows on the Teche Plantation

WWII Museum

Bayou Segnette State Park

[Big_Katuna]

Konriko is a brand of rice mixes, condiments, etc. the factory in New Iberia still uses turn of the century machinery to make their stuff. Plus they have a nice little video they play showing the history of the area.


Another great place to eat is Prejeans near Breaux Bridge.

[Dannyabear1]

You may need a Peterbuilt before you leave La.

[Bill_T]

All this talk about food may make us upgrade to a 1 ton truck.

[filrupmark]

Victor's cafeteria in downtown New Iberia, Seafood on Friday is very good. Also Shadow's on the Teche Plantation tour in New Iberia . There is good food everywhere in Louisiana. Talk to locals.

[Bill_T]

Is Holly Beach free camping ?

What's a Konrico? Sorry for being a senior red-neck. Lol

[Big_Katuna]

Another vote for Poches. Visit any local butcher shops. Visit Konrico factory in New Iberia. Also the Mansion Shadows on the Teche.

[darsben]

Stay on the beach at Holly Beach, LA often referred to as the Cajun Riviera

[Bill_T]

Thanks to all for the suggestions, 'specially the hot sauce plant.

Keep them coming folks. If you have a favorite spot in the backwoods let me know, I promise I will not tell. Lol