Louisiana - April 2, 2026

Follow the Flowers This Spring in Louisiana

Budding magnolias and fresh-air adventures welcome you across...

Budding magnolias and fresh-air adventures welcome you across Louisiana — from peaceful campsites to birding trails and charming river towns.

April 2026

A man roasts a marshmallow, with twinkling lights and a camper in the background.

Find Your Camping Style in Louisiana State Parks

Wake to birdsong, wander flowering trails or relax by sparkling lakes. Sleep under Louisiana skies in our state parks, from cozy cabins to RV and tent sites.

Discover Campsites

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A female red-winged blackbird sits perched on a tree branch.

Go Birding This April

Grab binoculars and venture to wetlands, forests and refuges where winged visitors gather for one of nature’s most beautiful seasons — spring migration.

Explore Birding Spots

Crawfish hand pies, served with a creamy red sauce.

Recipe: Crawfish Hand Pies

The peak of crawfish season is the perfect time to make these savory hand pies packed with fresh seafood and spices — all tucked into warm, flaky dough.

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Historic home framed by draping oak trees

Spring Break in Louisiana’s River Parishes

Just west of New Orleans in Louisiana’s River Parishes, historic homes with lush gardens showcase river views and oak-lined paths invite exploration.

Plan a Day Trip

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A couple dances at Mayfest in Vernon Parish.

May 1-2

Enjoy Music & Fun at MayFest!

Bring your lawn chairs to the Leesville fairgrounds for two FREE days of live music, food, vendors, artists, children’s activities and more!

A woman smiles, holding up a bright green frog.

May 7-9

Jump In! Rayne Frog Festival

Leap into fun at the Rayne Frog Festival in Acadia Parish. Frog races, music, food and rides await in one of America’s Favorite Small Towns!

A peach vendor at the Louisiana Peach Festival.

June 6

Louisiana Peach Festival

Mark your calendars for the peachiest day of the year! Experience the art, music and eats of the Louisiana Peach Festival in Ruston.

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Follow the Flowers This Spring in Louisiana

Find Your Camping Style in Louisiana State Parks

Go Birding This April

Recipe: Crawfish Hand Pies

Spring Break in Louisiana’s River Parishes

The Most Cajun Place on Earth

Adventures Await, Out Here

FEATURED EVENTS

Enjoy Music & Fun at MayFest!

Jump In! Rayne Frog Festival

Louisiana Peach Festival

Follow the Flowers This Spring in Louisiana

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