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North Louisiana

This region features some of the best freshwater fishing in the state at several clear water lakes nestled in beautiful pine forests. You can also take an easy hike to the highest point in Louisiana at Mount Driskill, elevation 535 feet. This area is also rich in Native American history with numerous ancient mounds including the World Heritage Site at Poverty Point.

large tree covered mound at Watson Brake Louisiana

Watson Brake

Dave McNamara
September 6, 2022

louisiana’s ancient mounds The complex of ancient mounds known as Watson Brake is among the oldest groups of earthworks in the United States. The mounds are located southwest of Monroe…

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Red River Raft

Dave McNamara
August 2, 2022

The Great Raft on the Red River blocked any attempt to use the river for navigation. The Raft was a logjam hundreds of years in the making that blocked any…

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Lake Bistineau State Park

Dave McNamara
August 2, 2022

Relaxing, peaceful and beautiful are a few words that come to mind at Lake Bistineau State Park. This northwest Louisiana gem, not far from Bossier city, has 27 square miles…

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waterfall at Sicily Island Hills, Louisiana

Louisiana Waterfalls

Dave McNamara
December 14, 2021

In a state full of bayous and marshes, a hiking trip to Louisiana waterfalls was too good to pass up.  There are actually several waterfalls along hiking trails in the…

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green grapes on vine vineyard Shreveport

Shreveport Wineries

Dave McNamara
September 21, 2021

Located far from the dominant wine regions of the United States, these family-owned wineries near Shreveport, Louisiana blend southern fruits with more traditional grapes. And their winemaking and expanding vineyards…

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Video of airman who recall 'Flying the Hump,' in Chennault Military Museum, Louisiana

Chennault’s Flying Tigers

Dave McNamara
August 23, 2021

One of the stars of aviation in World War II grew up on a north Louisiana farm, and his first command was working for the Chinese Air Force.  A military…

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Lincoln Parish Park Thrill Ride

Dave McNamara
July 14, 2021

For nearly 20 years, mountain bike enthusiasts have been riding through the hills of Lincoln Parish Park near the northern Louisiana city of Ruston. These trails provide an unexpected challenge…

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Lake D’Arbonne State Park

Dave McNamara
July 6, 2021

Lake D’Arbonne State park in northern Louisiana attracts visitors with its forested hilly landscape and 15,000 acre lake. And long fishing piers put anglers and photographers beyond the lake’s wooded…

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orange sky and still lake water and view of cypress trees after sunset

Poverty Point Cabins at Sunset

Dave McNamara
June 19, 2021

The sunset view from the back deck of the Poverty Point cabins is amazing. It’s the perfect way to end of day of fishing, swimming or hiking at this north…

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Panola manufacturing plant with trees and flat farmland Louisiana

Louisiana Hot Sauce from Panola Pepper

Dave McNamara
June 11, 2021

The Panola Pepper Company in northeast Louisiana has been turning out its spicy blend of hot sauces for nearly forty years. In addition to adding heat to the dinner table,…

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giant cypress tree with large hollow in trunk in bayou water at Chemin-a-Haut State Parkin Louisiana

Chemin-a-Haut State Park

Dave McNamara
May 23, 2021

Chemin-a-Haut State Park in north Louisiana has one of the biggest and most unique cypress trees that you will find anywhere in the state. The cypress giant is nicknamed the…

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St. Joseph Louisiana historic buidings and shops on Plank Road

St. Joseph – Louisiana Rebirth

Dave McNamara
May 18, 2021

The historic riverboat town of St. Joseph, Louisiana, is experiencing a rebirth. St. Joseph is located along the Mississippi River levee in one of the state’s poorest parishes. Local entrepreneurs…

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