Bayou State Trail

Official App of the Bayou State Trail Association. Explore Louisiana's diverse landscapes on the 470-mile Bayou State Trail. The north-to-south route traverses the state's swamps, forests, rolling hills, and historic communities, featuring landscapes such as the Atchafalaya Basin and the Kisatchie Hills Wilderness. Along the way, the trail passes through public lands including Bodcau Wildlife Management Area, Cane River Creole National Historical Park, Chicot State Park, and Kisatchie National Forest. The Bayou State Trail also offers opportunities to experience Louisiana's unique history, culture, and cuisine in communities such as Natchitoches, Minden, Henderson, and Morgan City.