For outdoor adventure seekers, there’s no better thrill than finding a hidden trail you haven’t tried yet. Louisiana has hundreds and hundreds of trails peppered throughout the state, and each one will take you on an enchanting journey through rolling hills, bayou boardwalks, and primitive trails surrounded by towering pines, cypress trees, and ancient oaks. Next time you’re looking to try out a new trail, consider checking out one of these hidden trails in Louisiana.
- Wilderness Ridge Nature Trail
Joshua Poe/All Trails Located near the Columbia Lock & Dam Recreation Area, the scenic views and the beautiful cypress trees add up to a one-mile hike that the entire family will enjoy.
- Glenn Emery Trail
Teena Hassell/All Trails This beautiful out-and-back trail near Bentley is about four miles total and features a great forest setting to spend an hour or two immersed in.
- Valentine Lake Nature Trail
Charles Carter/All Trails This lovely little loop trail is just shy of two miles and every step of the way is more beautiful than the next. You’ll have some stunning views of the lake along the way, and some glorious sunsets if you’re an evening hiker.
- Mary Ann Brown Nature Walk
Jamie Newman/All Trails For a beautiful and peaceful stroll that the whole family will enjoy, venture over to the Mary Ann Brown Nature Walk trail near Jackson. This 1.8-mile loop trail has lovely lake views, tons of wildflowers, and some pretty unique elevation changes (for Louisiana, at least).
- Palmetto Island Loop
Glyn Jones/Google This easy, breezy, and beautiful loop trail is only 1.5 miles and perfect for nature lovers. You’ll be immersed in luscious green palmettos with tons of wildlife nearby.
- Audubon Adventure Trail
Trenton Thomas/All Trails If you’re in the New Orleans area, the Audubon Adventure Trail is a must. Located within the Audubon Louisiana Nature Center, this trail is just over a mile long and great for kids. Interpretive signs pepper your walk, making it a great educational opportunity.
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Joshua Poe/All Trails
Located near the Columbia Lock & Dam Recreation Area, the scenic views and the beautiful cypress trees add up to a one-mile hike that the entire family will enjoy.
Teena Hassell/All Trails
This beautiful out-and-back trail near Bentley is about four miles total and features a great forest setting to spend an hour or two immersed in.
Charles Carter/All Trails
This lovely little loop trail is just shy of two miles and every step of the way is more beautiful than the next. You’ll have some stunning views of the lake along the way, and some glorious sunsets if you’re an evening hiker.
Jamie Newman/All Trails
For a beautiful and peaceful stroll that the whole family will enjoy, venture over to the Mary Ann Brown Nature Walk trail near Jackson. This 1.8-mile loop trail has lovely lake views, tons of wildflowers, and some pretty unique elevation changes (for Louisiana, at least).
Glyn Jones/Google
This easy, breezy, and beautiful loop trail is only 1.5 miles and perfect for nature lovers. You’ll be immersed in luscious green palmettos with tons of wildlife nearby.
Trenton Thomas/All Trails
If you’re in the New Orleans area, the Audubon Adventure Trail is a must. Located within the Audubon Louisiana Nature Center, this trail is just over a mile long and great for kids. Interpretive signs pepper your walk, making it a great educational opportunity.
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Address: Columbia Lock and Dam, Columbia, LA 71418, USAAddress: Glenn Emery Trailhead, Pollock, LA 71467, USAAddress: Valentine Lake Recreation Complex, Camping and Day Use, 282-D Valentine North Shore Kisatchie National Forest, Elmer, LA 71424, USAAddress: MaryAnn Brown Nature Preserve, 13515 LA-965, St Francisville, LA 70775, USAAddress: Palmetto Island State Park, 19501 Pleasant Dr, Abbeville, LA 70510, USAAddress: 11000 Lake Forest Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70127, USA
