Atchafalaya National Heritage Area | America's French Foreign Country

The Great Lazy River

The Atchafalaya is Culture, Tourism, Nature
and So Much More!

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Welcome to the Atchafalaya

It’s not a swamp. It’s a whole new country!

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It’s so big - and full!

Birding, Biking, Paddling, Camping, Hunting,
Fishing, Golf and Tree Tagging!

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To infinity, and beyond!

The Atchafalaya National Heritage Area Stretches far...
Well into the Gulf of Mexico!

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National Heritage Area

Welcome to the Atchafalaya

In the heart of Louisiana lies a vast natural wonder with a storied past. Welcome to America’s largest freshwater swamp: the Atchafalaya River Basin. From upland forests, to Cypress/Tupelo swamps, to an active land-building river delta, the Atchafalaya has lots to see. How you explore America’s Foreign Country…that’s up to you!

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Action In the Swamp

Events Calendar

Meetings, festivals, tours through the marsh and much more can be found here...
below are the ones coming up next!

Golden Meadow Fourchon Tarpon Rodeo

Join us for the annual Golden Meadow-Fourchon Tarpon Rodeo .. The ultimate fishing rodeo in Port Fourchon, Louisiana! The Tarpon Rodeo features the prestigious fishing tournament, live music, a King of the Catch Cook Off, auction, and more! This is a fami

July 02, 2026

275 Floatation Canal Rd, Port Fourchon, LA 70357

Ascension 4 Youth Fest

10 AM - 1 PM

School supplies, games, uniforms, and so much more!

July 02, 2026

REV Center at Lamar Dixon | 9039 S. St. Landry Ave

Independence Day Celebration

5 PM - 9 PM

Enjoy food, fun, and fireworks on the Mississippi!

July 03, 2026

Crescent Park, Donaldsonville, LA

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What’s Inside!

Our website is packed with information to help you schedule school tours, learn about the wetlands, or find out more about the cultures of Louisiana. Below are just some of the great things we invite you to investigate...