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Cane River National Heritage AreaChristmas Lights on Downtown Bridge and Fireworks, Photo by Sonny Carter
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Cane River National Heritage Area
Traffic & Travel Tips
 
Mules plowing field, Photo by Sonny Carter
Photo by Sonny Carter
No public transportation available. Scenic route on country roads follows the twisting Cane River Lake and meeting large farm equipment on the narrow trail is likely, so drivers should be alert and prepared for the unexpected.

Tips:
  *Dress comfortably according to the weather. (very hot in summer and cold and damp in the winter)
  *Wear walking shoes.
  *In summer heat, drink plenty of liquids.
  *Bring camera for scenic pictures.
  *Insect repellent - may want to use!
  *Enjoy your visit to Cane River National Heritage Area!
  
 
Slave/Tenant Cabins at Magnolia, Photo by John Lees
Photo by John Lees
Slave/Tenant Cabins at the Magnolia Plantation Unit of Cane River Creole National Historical Park
Scenic heritage trail along Cane River Lake, Photo by John Lees
Cane River National Heritage Trail
Country route provides scenic heritage trail for locals and tourists.
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Tractor plowing at event at Oakland Plantation, Photo by NPS
Breaking rows.
The tractor was major factor reducing the practice of share cropping and hiring of farm laborers.
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Oak Allee at Oakland Plantation, Photo by John Lees
Oak Allee
Although the oak allee was originally designed to function as a wind tunnel, its beauty is apparent
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Adai Cultural Center and Museum, Photo by Cane River National Heritage Area
Adai Pow Wow
The Adai Indian community is a vibrant part of this region. A Pow Wow is held in October each year.
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Natchitoches National Fish Hatchery, Photo by John Lees  

Did You Know?
The Natchitoches Fish Hatchery sits on the site of a historic Caddo village. An aquarium includes native aquatic species and historic data.

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Last Updated: May 04, 2007 at 14:00 EST