Cane River National Heritage Area - Louisiana

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Photo of Cane River National Heritage Area courtesy NPS

Cane River National Heritage Area in northwestern Louisiana is a largely rural, agricultural landscape known for its historic plantations, its distinctive Creole architecture, and its multi-cultural legacy. Historically this region lay at the intersection of French and Spanish realms in the New World. Today it is home to a unique blend of cultures, including French, Spanish, African, American Indian, and Creole.

The central corridor of the heritage area begins just south of Natchitoches, the oldest permanent settlement in the Louisiana Purchase, and extends along both sides of Cane River Lake for approximately 35 miles. The heritage area includes Cane River Creole National Historical Park, seven National Historic Landmarks, three State Historic Sites, and many other historic plantations, homes, and churches. While much of the roughly 116,000-acre heritage area is privately owned, many sites are open to the public.

Please visit our website at www.caneriverheritage.org

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Facilities available at Cane River National Heritage Area:



Cane River National Heritage Area website
Recreation Area Map
Park Email: info@caneriverheritage.org

Phone numbers
Commission Office 318-356-5555
Cane River Creole Nat. Historical Park 318-352-0383
Oakland Plantation Unit/Visitor Information 318-356-8441
Natchitoches Parish Tourist Commission/Visit Info 800-259-1714

Address
452 Jefferson Street, Suite 150
Natchitoches, LA 71457