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!

Stars, Storms & the 11th Man

10:00 AM

Blast off into an unforgettable morning of discovery, imagination, and hands-on fun at Stars, Storms & the 11th Man!

June 23, 2026

Barry P. Bonvillain Civic Center 346 Civic Center

United Houma Nations PowWow

Join the United Houma Nation for a powerful and moving celebration of Native culture, tradition, and resilience at their annual PowWow—a vibrant gathering that brings together tribal members, families, and visitors from near and far.

June 27, 2026

Barry P. Bonvillain Civic Center 346 Civic Center

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

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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...