Northern Louisiana Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
region of the state of Louisiana
About Northern Louisiana
Unlike the southern portion of Louisiana, northern Louisiana has more in common with the remainder of the American South. The Anglo culture of the American South is more dominant here, with the predominant religious practice being Evangelical Protestant Christianity, versus the French Roman Catholic culture and practices of southern Louisiana. Many points of interest and tourist sites are closed on Sundays, so it is necessary to plan accordingly. Landscapes vary drastically compared to the southern portion of the state. Bayous and swamps are replaced with rolling hills and pine forests in the northwestern areas around Shreveport and Mansfield, while open farmland, rivers, and lakes cover the north central and northeastern areas near Ruston, Monroe, Columbia, and Winnsboro.
Top Attractions in Northern Louisiana
Explore the best things to see and do in Northern Louisiana:
- ★Chemin-a-Haut State Park
- ★Jimmie Davis State Park
- ★Kisatchie National Forest - Caney District
- ★Lake Bistineau State Park
- ★Lake Bruin State Park
- ★Lake Claiborne State Park
- ★Lake D'Arbonne State Park
- ★Poverty Point Reservoir State Park
Northern Louisiana Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including: