Welcome to Atchafalaya

If you have ever traveled east or west across the country on I-10, you have gone past this unique rest area. Next time, be sure you stop because it is one of the nicest rest areas you will find anywhere. It is part of the Atchafalaya National Heritage area. There is about a 20 mile bridge across lakes and swamps in this area.

In addition to three separate parking areas......one for semi-trucks, one for cars, and one just for RVs, they have great restrooms, security, and a museum visitors center.  Yes, you read that correctly, there is a separate area for RVs far away from the semi-truck area so a boondocking overnight stay can be very nice.

Be sure you take the time to go in the Visitor's Center. It is really nice and they have fresh coffee.

You will see plenty of these in Louisiana wherever there is water.

The displays are very interesting.

They provide all kinds of information about the area.

There is even a section on cooking Louisiana Cajun style.

You also won't want to miss the video in the movie center. The movie isn't very long but it is interesting and the little movie center is beautiful.

More displays.

The fireplace was decorated in popular Mardi Gras colors for Christmas.

This is a great place to stop for a rest and learn about the area.