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Lafayette is at the heart of Louisiana’s Cajun & Creole Country and is known for its outdoor adventure. The area’s iconic swampland is dotted with moss-draped cypress trees teeming with wildlife, making it the perfect destination for bird watching, paddling, fishing, and numerous other outdoor activities. Start exploring the outdoors with Lafayette, LA’s one-of-a-kind outdoor experiences below.
Within a short drive from Lafayette lie two unique wetlands that offer excellent wildlife viewing — Lake Martin…
Lafayette, 135 miles west of New Orleans, is a bustling city nestled in French-speaking Louisiana. With its laid-back…
"The Vermilion, by its union with the gulph, forms the natural communication of its inhabitants with the sea. The…
South Louisiana is a nature-lover’s paradise with its mild climate, hardwood swamps and wildlife galore. Acadiana…
Southern hospitality is a draw for travelers. The charm of Lafayette is evident in its visual, musical, cultural, and…
Areas surrounding Lafayette offer camping options unlike any other. While the camping season can be somewhat limited by…
Lafayette's blog showcasing the food, music, culture and history at the heart of Cajun & Creole Country.
See All PostsA weekly curated playlist by local musician Philippe Billeaudeaux featuring music by Lafayette, LA musicians with a weekly rundown of live music happening in and around the area…
Sports bring people together, and the most die-hard fans never forget where they were when their team won the World Series, the Super Bowl or the local tournament. Here in…
Festival weekends and Mardi Gras may get much of the attention, but you don't need a major event on the calendar to experience Lafayette. In fact, visiting during the week or…
Wellness looks different for everyone. For some, it's an early morning paddle through quiet bayous. For others, it's a massage after a day of exploring, a guided…
The city of Lafayette, LA is located in the center of Lafayette Parish at the intersection of I-10 and I-49 between New Orleans and Houston and only 35 miles north of the Gulf of Mexico.