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!

FARM FÊTE

Step into an unforgettable night at Farm Fête: a high-energy celebration of Louisiana culture filled with incredible farm fresh food and cocktails prepared by local chefs, live music, dancing, and more experiences that bring the best of the Red Stick Far

September 24, 2026

Shadows-on-the-Teche Farm Fest

4 PM - 8 PM

Kick off festival weekend with Farm Fest! This family-friendly event will take place on Thursday, September 24, 2026, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on the grounds of the Shadows-on-the-Teche.

September 24, 2026

Shadows-on-the-Teche | 317 E. Main Street, New Ibe

La Fete Des Vieux Temps

Called the "Festival of Old Times" this event features a celebration of music, dancing, Cajun food, and arts & crafts show. This long standing event is a local favorite and showcases the true authentic Cajun culture of Lafourche Parish

October 02, 2026

4484 Highway 1, Raceland, LA 70394

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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...