7 Secret Beaches and Swimming Holes in Louisiana

Lafayette, Louisiana (KMDL) - Louisiana is known for our food and festivals. We're also known for our scorching Summertime temperatures.

When Louisiana's Summer heat gets climbing, we start looking for the water.

We have many great beaches, lakes, and swimming holes across The Pelican State, but let's talk about the lesser known, tucked-away ones, where you can cool off without the crowds.

Louisiana Beaches

If beaches are your thing, Louisiana has you covered.

We've got Grand Isle, Holly Beach, Rutherford Beach, Fontainebleau Beach, and North Beach in Lake Charles to name few.

Maybe you like beaches, but crowded beaches just aren't your thing.

Louisiana has numerous "secret" beaches and swimming holes for you to keep cool this Summer without all of the crowds.

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7 Secret Beaches and Swimming Holes in Louisiana

Let's take a look at a handful of lesser known beaches water spots around Louisiana that just might become your new favorite place to stay cool during the Summer months.

1.Comite River - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Not only can you take a dip and swim, but the Comite River is part of a 100 acre conservation area that also offers bike and hiking trails, fishing, and pavilions.

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2. Lake Claiborne State Park - Homer, Louisiana

A surprisingly clear lake with a sandy beach, great for family swimming.

Lake Claiborne State Park also offers camping, hiking, water-skiing, cabins, and more.

3. Kisatchie Bayou - Near Natchitoches, Louisiana

Great for wading, swimming, and hammocking.

From wikipedia.com -

"The Man in the Moon (1991 film) was filmed at Kisatchie Bayou. Several of the swimming scenes with actress Reese Witherspoon were filmed at the bayou and the falls."

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4. Indian Creek Recreation Area - Woodworth, Louisiana

Large lake with a sandy beach and less traffic than most state parks.

Indian Creek offers fishing, hiking, boating, and swimming.

5. White Sands Lake Day Beach - Franklinton, Louisiana

From whitesandlake.com -

"White Sands Lake Day Beach is a family-oriented, recreational facility offering a full day of FUN in the SUN in the cool, clear, spring-fed lake that contains an aqua park complete with inflatable water slides, trampolines, the blob bag, floating mats, and more!"

White Sands offers swimming complete with water inflatables, beach volleyball, cabanas with BBQ pits, changing rooms, restrooms and outdoor showers.

6. Lake D’Arbonne - Farmerville, Louisiana

Fishing piers and boat docks,  designated swim areas, biking trails, and even lighted tennis courts.

7. Toledo Bend Spillway Park - Anacoco, Louisiana

Secluded swimming near the dam, and great for picnicking and camping. The fishing here is great for catching largemouth bass, catfish, bream and white perch.

You'll also find, RV camping, nature trails, and several picnic tables.