Explore the Atchafalaya NHA!

From food and drink to museums and cultural experiences and wildlife treks, there's so much to explore in the Atchafalaya! Use the map below to plan your adventure.

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CULTURAL RESOURCES
	ART	Art museums, sculptures, performance venues and more expressions of art. Visit our event calendar to keep up with local art shows and performances.
	CUISINE	Food, grocery stores, coffee shops, restaurants, bakeries and more that'll give you a gaste of the Atchafalaya NHA.
	HISTORIC HOMES	Public and private homes listed on the National Register for Historic Places and that showcase south Louisiana's unique culture.
	HISTORIC SITES & BUILDINGS	Buildings listed on the National Register for Historic Places as well as monuments and battle sites.
	INDUSTRY	Shop local at shops and businesses associated with the culture and traditions passed down for generations.
	LANGUAGE	French, Spanish, African, Native American and Caribbean words will all be heard in the Atchafalaya NHA, but it's the Cajun French language for which the area is most well known. Sites with this marker help preserve and promote the language for years to come.
	LODGING	Whether you choose a hotel, cottage, B&B or cabin, stay a while in the Atchafalaya NHA!
	MUSEUMS	From science to history to legends and lore, there are so many museums to dive deeper into the Atchafalaya NHA.
	MUSIC	Zydeco, swamp pop, blues and more find their roots in the Atchafalaya NHA. Explore sites to learn more (or hear!) about the sounds of the area.
	RELIGION	Religious traditions are an important part of the culture of the Atchafalaya NHA. This marker denotes religious sites inlcuding cemeteries and places of worship.
NATURAL RESOURCES
	GARDENS	View flora and fauna native and non-native alike at gardens and arboretums in the Atchafalaya NHA.
	NATURAL RESOURCES	From rivers and bayous to cypress trees and tupelo swamps, see some of the natural resources the heritage area has to offer.
	RESERVES, REFUGES & STATE PARKS	From rivers and bayous to cypress trees and tupelo swamps, see some of the natural resources the heritage area has to offer.
	TRAILS & TOURS	The best way to view the Atchafalaya is from a hike or paddle trail. Or take a swamp tour to really get into the basin.
RECREATIONAL RESOURCES
	CAMPING	Whether you’re parking an RV or pitching a tent, stay in the Atchafalaya NHA!
	GOLF	The Atchafalaya NHA is home to some of the best golf courses in the South.
	HUNTING & FISHING CHARTERS	Fish or hunt with a pro in the Atchafalaya NHA.
	MARINAS & BOAT LANDINGS	With rivers, lakes and bayous, there are plenty of ways to get on the water in the Atchafalaya NHA!
	PARKS, RECREATION & COMMUNITY AREAS	Get outside and play at one of the many recreation parks in the Atchafalaya NHA!
	SHOPS & OUTFITTERS	Gear up for an adventure in the Atchafalaya!