🥾 ActiveWeekend · from New Orleans, LA
Piney Trails & Riverside Refuge
Escape into pristine pine forests and tranquil riverside sanctuaries, discovering hidden natural beauty just beyond the city's reach.
Day 1 — De Soto National ForestDay 2 — Bogue Chitto State Park
Day 1 — De Soto National Forest
Day 1 — De Soto National Forest
🚗 2 hr 5 min driving📍 5 stops
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Morning
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Drive
New Orleans, LA → De Soto National Forest
1 hr 51 min8:00 AM → 9:51 AM
De Soto National Forest
★ 4.5Escape into thousands of acres of pristine wilderness perfect for hiking, camping, and reconnecting with nature just hours from the city.
9:51 AM📍 See location
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Lunch
🍽️ Lunch10:51 AM
Lumberjacks Cafe
A well-rated local restaurant — one of the best dining options near your destination.
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Afternoon
De Soto National Forest
Escape into thousands of acres of pristine wilderness perfect for hiking, camping, and reconnecting with nature just hours from the city.
12:00 PM📍 See location
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Evening
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Drive
De Soto National Forest → Ward's Restaurant
14 min5:00 PM → 5:14 PM
🍽️ Dinner5:14 PM
Ward's Restaurant
Savor authentic Creole and Cajun cuisine in a charming countryside setting that captures the soulful flavors of Louisiana's culinary heritage.
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Find lodging near De Soto National Forest
Book somewhere to sleep before Day 2 — search hotels or Airbnb in the De Soto National Forest area.
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Day 2 — Bogue Chitto State Park
🚗 3 hr 32 min driving📍 4 stops
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Morning
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Drive
De Soto National Forest → Bogue Chitto State Park
1 hr 54 min8:00 AM → 9:54 AM
Bogue Chitto State Park
★ 4.7Paddle through scenic bayous and cypress swamps while spotting native wildlife in this serene natural sanctuary ideal for outdoor adventurers.
9:54 AM📍 See location
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Lunch
🍽️ Lunch10:54 AM
Sugar Shack
A well-rated local bakery — one of the best dining options near your destination.
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Afternoon
Bogue Chitto State Park
Paddle through scenic bayous and cypress swamps while spotting native wildlife in this serene natural sanctuary ideal for outdoor adventurers.
12:00 PM📍 See location
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Evening
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Drive
Bogue Chitto State Park → Swamp Monster Restaurant
17 min5:00 PM → 5:17 PM
🍽️ Dinner5:17 PM
Swamp Monster Restaurant
Experience eccentric swamp-side dining complete with quirky décor and local character that embodies the wild spirit of Louisiana's backwoods culture.
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Drive
Swamp Monster Restaurant → New Orleans, LA
1 hr 21 min6:17 PM → 7:38 PM
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