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Few things bring a family together quite like a road trip. Whether it’s to a nearby small town, to the beach for a sunny weekend getaway, or you’re just hitting the open road and taking in the sights along the way, Louisiana is abounding with picturesque drives that the whole family will enjoy. Here are just a few of our top picks for scenic drives near Lafayette, LA.
4 of the Best Scenic Drives to Take Near Lafayette, LA
1. Southern Swamp Byway
There are few things more synonymous with Louisiana than its wetlands, and the Southern Swamp Byway is the perfect way to experience the bayous, swamps, and marshes in all their glory. The drive either ascends or descends depending on your direction, so enjoy the beautiful scenery from greater heights. Stop in Hammond to enjoy lunch in the park; with the Cadillac Escalade‘s 142.8 cubic feet of cargo space, you’ll definitely have room for all your picnic gear.
2. Creole Nature Trail
Picture-perfect prairies, rolling beaches, and coastal marshlands make the Creole Nature Trail an unmissable drive. It’s an ideal summer getaway where you can go for a dip at Holly Beach, fish for bass at the Lacassine Pool, indulge in Cajun cuisine in Lake Charles, and birdwatch in the Mississippi Flyway. Just west of the Mississippi Delta is an area dubbed one of the best places to go shelling in all of Louisiana, which is another great activity the whole family can enjoy.
3. Zydeco Cajun Prairie Scenic Byway
If you’re a big music fan, the Zydeco Cajun Prairie Scenic Byway should be at the top of your bucket list. This drive is a loving tribute to the Creole, Cajun, and swamp music of the state, with Mamou even hosting a music festival every fall. This enormous byway goes for 283 miles, but with the 2022 Chevrolet Spark‘s 38 miles per gallon rating on the highway, you don’t have to worry about stopping to refuel.
4. Historic US 80 Byway
This iconic drive stretches all the way from Georgia to California, but the Historic US 80 Byway – the 105-mile stretch running through Louisiana – is a particular highlight. Start at the Old Mississippi River Bridge and enjoy airy, open views of farms and forests, plus be sure to stop at Lincoln Parish Museum and the Biedenharn Museum and Gardens. We recommend doing this drive in the Spring or Summer, so you can sample a juicy, in-season peach in Ruston.
Wherever you’re planning to go for your drive, a Chevrolet or Cadillac are the cars to get you there. If you’re looking to purchase a new or pre-owned car, or you just want to get your current vehicle serviced, our team is here to help. Come by Service GM Chevrolet Cadillac in Lafayette, LA, today.
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