Outdoor activities and abundant wildlife

Abundant wildlife, acres of woodlands and miles of trails and nearly deserted roads provide opportunities for hiking, birding, photography, wildlife watching, painting, writing and other outdoor activities. Miles of rivers and bayous offer the chance for boating or canoeing the Mississippi River’s tributaries and distributaries bordered by fascinating landscapes teeming with wildlife. Campgrounds, canoe liveries and boat launches allow you to get close to nature.