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Welcome to Lafayette, LA, the heart of Louisiana’s Cajun & Creole Country and the Happiest City in America! Lafayette’s an area known for its swampland dotted with moss draped cypress trees teeming with wildlife, which makes it the perfect destination for bird watching, padding, fishing and numerous other outdoor activities.e.

Swamp Tours

The perfect way to view all the outdoor bounty Lafayette and the surrounding areas have is to take a swamp tour. Glide through cypress trees while keeping an eye out for various wildlife and alligators while learning about the swamps and bayous of Cajun Country from a local boat captain. There are typically two types of swamp tours. The first is the exciting air boat tour that travels at high speeds through the swamps and bayous. The second is the more leisurely boat tour that can hold more people for larger groups. Whether you're looking for high paces adventure or a casual boat ride through the bayou, one of our members below can create the perfect outdoor experience.

Inspiration Journal

Lafayette's blog showcasing the food, music, culture and history at the heart of Cajun & Creole Country.

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Top 5 Parks in Lafayette

Top 5 Parks in Lafayette

Lafayette, Louisiana, is home to various beautiful parks, each offering unique outdoor experiences. From sprawling green spaces and scenic trails to playgrounds and event spaces…

Vermilion Voyage

Vermilion Voyage

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Getting to Lafayette

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.

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