The Chitimacha (Sitimaxa- People of the many waters) were the first inhabitants of the region....
Activities
The Cajun Coast is a sampler of everything Louisiana offers; in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere that’s the heart of Cajun hospitality. Drive into the Atchafalaya National Heritage Area along the Bayou Teche Scenic Byway. Explore the exotic beauty of the Atchafalaya, the largest overflow swamp in the US and home to a plethora of wildlife on a swamp tour. Go fishing or canoeing in one of our numerous waterways. Hike, bird watch or photograph nature. Check out our recreational offerings and then get back to nature!
No matter what your interests, you'll find plenty to do and see on the Cajun Coast. Here are our recommendations for activities and sightseeing you're sure to enjoy.
Charenton
3289 Chitimacha Trail, Charenton, LA 70523
Phone: (337) 923-4830
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 am to 12 noon, 1pm to 4:30 pm, Closed Saturday and Sunday. Groups by appointment.
832 Martin Luther King Rd, Charenton, LA 70523
Phone: 800-284-4386
Louisiana's first land based casino is located 50 miles southeast of Lafayette on the Chitimacha...
Hours: 24/7
Cypremort Point
306 Beach Ln, Cypremort Point, LA 70538
Phone: 337-867-4510
A great spot for sailing, swimming, fishing and picnicking along a man-made beach on the shore...
Franklin
521 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: (337) 829-9000
Email: argusspa@glacoxmail.com
Relax and rejuvenate with luxurious individualized spa treatments. Argus offers massages,...
Hours: Tuesday - Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm; Saturday, By Appointment Only
Phone: 337-948-0255
Email: tvidrine@wlf.la.gov
27,962 acres owned by the state of Louisiana and 2,200 acres owned by the US Army Corps of...
218 Yokely Road (before Baldwin bridge), Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: 337-278-7497
Buy, Sell and Trade...deal with everything from antiques to sewing/embroidery to woodwork to...
Hours: 9 to 4, Monday to Friday (weather permitting) Open most Saturdays.
720 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: 337-278-7497
Flea market/antiques/collectibles
Hours: Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
1725 Willow St, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: 337-828-0061
DUE TO HIGH WATER, TRAILS AND BOAT LAUNCHES MAY BE CLOSED. TRAILS AND BOAT LAUNCHES MAY...
716 Main St., Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: (337) 578-1828
Email: bettyveeder@yahoo.com
Wedding & baby gifts, jewelry, religious items, antiques, car audio, photography, chalk...
Hours: Tues. – Fri., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
700 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: (337) 828-1445
Health food store.
Hours: Monday, 10 am to 3 pm, Tuesday- Friday, 9 am to 5:30 pm; Saturday, 9 am to 3 pm
701 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: (337) 828-4925
Furniture, accessories and appliances
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; Saturday, 8:00 am to 12 pm
309 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: (337) 828-0470
Fresh and artificial flowers, plants, stuffed animals, balloons and tuxedo rentals
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 am to 5:00 pm; Saturday, 8 am to 12 noon
East Main Street, downtown and surrounding area, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: 337-838-3631
Email: info@franklin-la.com
On the National Register of Historic Places, the Franklin Historic District boasts more than 420...
Caffery Park, 1400 - 1410 Barrow Street, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: (337) 828-3631
Email: info@franklin-la.com
Admission: Free
Hours: Sunrise to Sunset
1803 F West Main Street, Hoys Shopping Center, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: (337) 828-7900
Ladies and girls apparel, formals, first communion dresses, accessories, handbags, hats, and...
Hours: Monday - Friday, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; Saturday, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
407 Sterling Road, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: (337) 828-2092
Email: info@grevemberghouse.com
On the National Register of Historic Places, this 1851 Greek Revival style townhouse is...
Hours: Monday - Sunday, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Admission: $10 adults; $8 Senior Citizens & Students 13-18; $5 Children 12 & under; Groups of 20 or more: $8 per person. Handicap accessible.
608 Main St, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: 337-828-1138
A division of Arc of St. Mary/Center of Hope
Hours: Mon 9 am to 2 pm; Tues-Thurs 9 am to 4 pm; Fri 9 am to 1 pm
412 Willow Street, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: 337-578-4621
Email: tmattfoul@gmail.com
Great variety of clothes and jewelry.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 10 to 5 pm, Saturday, 10 to 3 pm, Sunday, 10 to 3 pm.
617 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: (337) 828-0940
Email: fried.hen@gmail.com
Specializing in shoes and accessories.
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:30 am to 5 pm; Saturday, 9:30 am to 3 pm; closed Sundays
Celebrate 50 years of the iconic movie, Easy Rider© (1969) that starred Dennis Hopper, Peter...
605 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: (985) 992-0724
Email: nelvinscreations@yahoo.com
Hours: Mon, Tues & Thurs 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., sometimes Wed & Fri and by appt on Sat (? Flexible)
3296 Oaklawn Drive, off Irish Bend Road, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: (337) 828-0434
Email: oaklawnmanor@yahoo.com
This 1837 Greek Revival plantation manor is the residence of Louisiana's former governor, Murphy...
Hours: Monday - Sunday, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Admission: $15 Adults; $10 Children & Students; Group rates available for 10 or more.
906 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: (337) 828-2092
This striking Greek temple was built chiefly of northern pine circa 1850 by Siemeon Smith. The...
Hours: By appointment. Admission: $10 adults; $8 Senior Citizens & Students 13-18; $5 Children 12 & under; Groups of 20 or more: $8 per person. Handicap accessible.
1712 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: (337) 828-4533
Walk-in humidor with 300-plus premium cigars, fine wine selection, humidors, tobacco products...
Hours: Monday - Saturday, 7:00 am to 7:00 pm
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