Louisiana is chock full of delightful nature trails that are perfect for a springtime outing. This particular nature preserve features multiple boardwalks and dirt trails that the whole family will love, and at the end of one of them lies a magnificent overlook that’s absolutely worthy of an adventure. Let’s check it out.

Barataria Preserve is located in Marrero and is part of the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park & Preserve.

Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve/Facebook When you arrive, stop off at the Visitor’s Center for to learn about the history of the area, the many different species of wildlife that call the region home, and to pick up a trail map.

All of the trails are fairly short in length, so you can mix and match to fit your schedule.

Stephen/Flickr The Visitor Center Trail is only a quarter-mile long and is great for kids.

As you stroll through the preserve’s 23,000 acres, you’ll be mesmerized by the beauty of this untouched natural paradise.

jmpnscu/Trip Advisor The boardwalk trails really give you a glimpse into some of the prettiest scenery in Louisiana.

You’ll be walking underneath canopies of Spanish moss swaying in the wind and the sounds of birds chirping.

Heather S./Trip Advisor Sounds like paradise, right?

Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife along the way.

solounviajero/Trip Advisor It’s not uncommon to spot alligators, turtles, and snakes sunbathing just off the trails (and sometimes on the trails).

Barataria Preserve is also a bird watcher’s paradise.

Josbob/Trip Advisor The preserve is home to over 200 different species of birds, so have your camera ready!

At the end of the Bayou Coquille Trail, you’ll come across a footbridge that will give you a stunning glimpse at the canal.

Dawnana/Trip Advisor It’s one of the most scenic spots along the trail and you won’t want to miss it.

And just on the other side of the bridge is the Marsh Overlook.

Megan H./Trip Advisor There’s nothing but marshland as far as the eye can see.

On a clear day, you can see for miles!

Kevin O’Mara/Flickr There are also several benches around the area, so you can sit for a spell and just take in the view.

Barataria Preserve is located at 6588 Barataria Blvd., Marrero, LA 70072.

Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve/Facebook

When you arrive, stop off at the Visitor’s Center for to learn about the history of the area, the many different species of wildlife that call the region home, and to pick up a trail map.

Stephen/Flickr

The Visitor Center Trail is only a quarter-mile long and is great for kids.

jmpnscu/Trip Advisor

The boardwalk trails really give you a glimpse into some of the prettiest scenery in Louisiana.

Heather S./Trip Advisor

Sounds like paradise, right?

solounviajero/Trip Advisor

It’s not uncommon to spot alligators, turtles, and snakes sunbathing just off the trails (and sometimes on the trails).

Josbob/Trip Advisor

The preserve is home to over 200 different species of birds, so have your camera ready!

Dawnana/Trip Advisor

It’s one of the most scenic spots along the trail and you won’t want to miss it.

Megan H./Trip Advisor

There’s nothing but marshland as far as the eye can see.

Kevin O’Mara/Flickr

There are also several benches around the area, so you can sit for a spell and just take in the view.

Have you ever been to Barataria Preserve? Let us know in the comments below!

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