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Lake Martin, Breaux Bridge

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#2 of 20 in Nature in Louisiana
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Lake Martin, located in St. Martin Parish, is a wildlife preserve and one of Louisiana's swamplands. The swamplands are home to a few trails as well as many different kinds of animals such as herons, egrets, ibis, bullfrogs, cottonmouths, alligators, and coypu (nutria) rats. Despite its classification as a wildlife reserve, however, there have been minor problems with litter and vandalism.
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  • August 10, 2017
    It is a site that is can not miss if you are in the area. It's beautiful. It seems a fairytale landscape. There aren't many people and the staff are attentive.
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    This is one of my most favorite places to visit. I can sit and watch the birds and alligators for hours.  more »
  • August 8, 2017
    I've been visiting Lake Martin for twelve years now and always find something intriguing to photograph. Every season has something to offer as a view. In the early years, springtime brought many birds...  more »
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