Journey Through the Bayou

Today my Frugal Family Travelers needed a place to hike to enjoy a rare cool Spring day in the south.   Not wanting to travel far, we embarked on a journey to the Bogue Chitto Trail off of Interstate 59 between Slidell, LA and Picayune, MS.  However, upon arrival we discovered that the boardwalk at the refuge had sustained damage and therefore was closed to visitors.  We let out a sigh and with a quick internet search developed a new plan to salvage the day to make use of the beautiful weather!    Fortunately, we discovered another hiking area approximately 6 miles away!  Holmes Bayou Trail became our new destination and it did not disappoint.    The scenic drive took us on a gravel road under a railroad bridge and then through sections of wetlands littered with cypress trees.  Also along the way, on the left hand side of the road, we discovered an artesian spring fed well flowing out of a pipe right into the bayou.  If you visit the trail look out for this!  

We parked at the modest trailhead and began our hike to discover cypress bayous, birds and even a river at the trails end.  We wished we had hiked in with a chair in order take a short respite to linger at the river a bit longer.   While the hike was only 1.5 miles in to total, the adventure it provided did not disappoint.   So, if you are looking for a quick adventure, consider making a visit.    

Directions:  

39769 Honey Island Swamp Road - Pearl River, LA 70452

Pack:   Bug spray and water!  (Although we had no issues with mosquitos at this time of the year, this may NOT alway be the case.)

Disclaimer:

All content provided on Frugal Family Travelers blog is for informational purposes only. The owners of this blog make no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of any information on this site or found by following any link on this site.  The owners 

of Frugal Family Travelers blog do not share personal information with third-parties and are not responsible for the republishing of the content found on this blog on other Web sites or media without permission.  As with all travel, operating days, times, costs, etc., should be verified prior to departure.