Atchafalaya Basin
Overview
Atchafalaya Basin is managed by Us Army Corps of Engineers and is located near Port Barre, Louisiana. The project encompasses 595,000 acres of the largest contiguous tract of bottomland hardwoods in the United States. The Atchafalaya Basin is a scenic semi-wilderness area of hardwood forests, cypress stands, marshes and bayous. It is one of the last great river swamps left in the nation. The Atchafalaya River and hundreds of miles of bayous bring life to this wilderness area.
Things to Do at Atchafalaya Basin
Recreation Activities
Popular activities at Atchafalaya Basin include:
Nearby Activities
- Boating
- Environmental Education
- Hiking
- Historic & Cultural Site
- Off Highway Vehicle
- Picnicking
- Water Sports
- Wildlife Viewing
Plan Your Visit
Getting There
From Opelousas 5 miles east on US 190.
GPS Coordinates: 30.54730000000000, -91.94650000000000
Contact & Resources
Phone: (337) 585-0853
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