There is so much to see and do in Lake Charles, LA. There is great weather, gorgeous landscapes, fantastic food, and wonderful places to stay. More importantly, there is a fun Cajun culture just waiting to be discovered. I’m sharing my favorite things to do in Lake Charles, LA, but there are many more than what I share here.
Fun Things To Do In Lake Charles, LA
Boudin Trail
Prior to my visit to Louisiana I had never heard of Boudin.
For those who are curious Boudin is made of varying amounts of pork meat, liver, rice, onions, parsley and dry seasonings like salt, red pepper, black pepper and garlic powder.
It is THE snack food of southwest Louisiana. I tried Boudin as both a link sausage and as a Boudin ball.
This is definitely a culinary dish that is a must-try when you are in Louisiana.
Creole Nature Trail
Hit the road and explore one of the best nature trails in Louisiana.
Spot alligators and birds, go sea shelling or crabbing. The Creole Nature Trail is well worth exploring!
Mardi Gras Museum
See Mardi Gras costumes up close and learn the history and traditions of this Louisiana festival.
Grosse Savanne Eco Tours
Take a boat and guide out to a bird sanctuary and see planet Earth up close and personal.
Thousands of birds flock to this region during migration season. It is an incredible sight to experience.
L’Aubegere Casino & Resort
L’Aubegere offers exceptional accommodations, a casino, beautiful pools, and unbelievably delicious on-site restaurants.
Airboats & Alligators Airboat Tour
If you’ve never been out on an airboat now is your chance. The airboats and alligators tour is so much fun.
Skim across the water as you look for alligators and learn about life in the bayou.
Bayou Rum Distillery
The folks at Bayou Rum know exactly what they are doing when it comes to making rum. The Satsuma Rum is so very good!!
Mix some with a little Blueberry Lemonade and it’s sunshine in a glass.
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Festivals
The people in Lake Charles have perfected the art of having fun.
The area hosts more than 75 events and festivals each year. Everything from culinary events to one heck of a Mardi Gras event (2nd largest in Louisiana).
Beaches
26 miles of beaches along the Gulf of Mexico offers sun, surf and shelling fun.
Learn more about Lake Charles at VisitLakeCharles.org
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Nothing beats watching dogs dressed up for Mardi Gras on parade.
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Looks like it could be a fun place to visit. I am loving that Mardi Gras outfit!
I have never been before. The airboat looks fun.
I definitely want to visit. What a beautiful place!
Wow I didn’t realize Lake Charles had so much to do! We have definitely seen the signs for Lake Charles before.
All of that looks like it was so much fun! I could use a nice big fluffy bed like that right now! Gorgeous!
Looks like a great place to visit. You took fantastic photos. Thanks for sharing with us!
Wow, this place does look wonderful to visit! I love the pics
This looks like a beautiful place to visit. I would love to take a trip here. Thanks for sharing the gorgeous pics!
Beautiful pictures! I’ve been on a airboat tour in Florida before. Looks like there’s lots of fun things to do on Lake Charles!
I hope to visit Louisiana one day. Looks like a Lake Charles is proud of their culture.
I didn’t realize it was such a cool place to visit with so much to do. Sounds like it would be a nice extended weekend getaway trip.
I see so much I’d love to experience! I’m scared of the liver but I’d still try a boudin ball. I also love me a rum and diet coke so I’d thoroughly enjoy the distillery visit.
Boudin and Beaches? Sign me up! Lake Charles is a great place to visit and I need to get back there some time.
This looks like such a fun place. So many neat and different things going on.
This looks like such a fun place! Another place to add to my bucket list.
This looks like such an interesting place! Boudin sounds tasty!
looks like an amazing place to visit. I love all the culture and history you found
Oh my, that outfit from the Mardi Gras musuem is absolutely stunning. I think that would be a very fun place to visit.
There’s definitely a lot to do and see (and eat) in Lake Charles! I tried Boudin last year and loved it.
I have never been. Looks like a fun place to visit!
This looks like a great place to visit. So many fun things to do and see. If i am ever in the are area i will check some of these places out for sure. Great photos.
Wow! There is a ton of fun stuff to do there. I will have to remember this if we ever make it out that way.