• The Great Lazy River

    The Atchafalaya is Culture, Tourism, Nature
    and So Much More!

  • Welcome to the Atchafalaya

    It’s not a swamp. It’s a whole new country!

  • It’s so big - and full!

    Birding, Biking, Paddling, Camping, Hunting,
    Fishing, Golf and Tree Tagging!

  • To infinity, and beyond!

    The Atchafalaya National Heritage Area Stretches far...
    Well into the Gulf of Mexico!

National Heritage Area

Welcome to the Atchafalaya

In the heart of Louisiana lies a vast natural wonder with a storied past.  Welcome to America’s largest freshwater swamp: the Atchafalaya River Basin.  From upland forests, to Cypress/Tupelo swamps, to an active land-building river delta, the Atchafalaya has lots to see.  How you explore America’s Foreign Country…that’s up to you!
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Action In the Swamp

Events Calendar

Meetings, festivals, tours through the marsh and much more can be found here...
below are the ones coming up next!
Southern Screen is a multi-disciplinary 501(c)3 not-for-profit arts organization that supports and celebrates artists and their work.

November 21, 2024

White Light Night

6-10 p.m.
White Light Night is Mid City's largest art festival featuring Louisiana's best artists, makers, and more. It's the best way to kick off your holiday shopping!

November 22, 2024

Government Street Baton Rouge, LA 70806
A wide array of local cuisine, artists, small business vendors and organizations. Will also include pictures with Santa, kids' activities and more. The Harvest Room, 301 W. St. Peter St., New Iberia, (337) 380-5947

November 23, 2024

The Harvest Room, 301 W. St. Peter St., New Iberia

Explore Our Website

What’s Inside!

Our website is packed with information to help you schedule school tours, learn about the wetlands, or find out more about the cultures of Louisiana. Below are just some of the great things we invite you to investigate...
We have brochures, phone numbers and everything you need for over 40 different field trips!!
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Our partnership with the American Birding Association to produce a statewide birding guide as part of the ABA's Birdfinding Guide series. Get the facts here!
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Cycling our back roads is a great way to get to know Louisiana. You'll taste our famous food, hear our music, meet our people and experience Louisiana!
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