Longfellow-Evangeline State Historic Site --(LA Hwy. 31, St. Martinville)--Situated on the banks of Bayou Teche, this 157-acre park interprets the history of the French-speaking peoples of Louisiana. The park features Maison Olivier, built circa 1815, and an Acadian Farmstead and house. The visitor may see livestock, crops, kitchen and herbal gardens, living history and interpretive programs, the Visitors Center, a picnic pavilion and an outdoor classroom.

Lake Fausse Pointe State Park--(18 miles southeast of St. Martinville)--Located at the edge of the Atchafalaya Basin, the park offers 50 improved campsites, 18 Acadian-style waterfront cabins with fishing piers, pavilions, picnic tables, a playground and nature and walking trails through woods and swamp. A conference center is also available.

Chitimacha Indian Museum --(On LA 326 in Charenton)-- For centuries, Chitimacha Indians have lived by the Atchafalaya River and Grand Lake. The museum features cultural displays and a craft shop offers quality crafts.

Plantation Homes along Bayou Teche--The rich and colorful heritage of South Louisiana is kept alive in the stately plantation homes, churches and unique historic structures along Bayou Teche.

Original Swamp Gardens--(725 Myrtle Street, Morgan City)--A guided walking tour through 3.5 acres of natural swamp depicts life in the great Atchafalaya Swamp and native animals such as deer and alligator.

Cypremort Point State Park --(306 Beach Lane, Cypremort Point, LA 70538; 337-867-4510 or 1-888-867-4510) is located 24 miles south of Jeanerette off LA 319. From I-10, exit onto US 90 and head south to LA 83. Continue south and turn right onto LA 319. Offering sailing, fishing, picnicking, bay-view cabins, beach swimming, restrooms and a unique marsh environment, Cypremort Point State Park is an ideal place to spend the day -- or the night -- on the water. To reserve a picnic pavilion, call 1-877-CAMP-N-LA toll free (877-226-7652).