Caddo Parish

Louisiana

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#CaddoLake

This is one of the places in east Texas that not many Texans know of. This was my third visit to this place and I was still amazed with the beauty I could see in a place like Texas. It's just 4 hours drive from Austin and 2.5 hours drive from Dallas towards East. 

What makes this place special is cypress trees in the lake and their beautiful reflections. You get a different flavor in each season - greens all around in spring and summer, different colors in fall and a brown cover in winters. Also, you would be in for a treat if you are a bird lover. Get up early in the morning and you could hear several birds chirping. 

Tips: 

1. Avoid visiting this place in summer as it's still Texas and it gets very hot and humid during that time. 

2. Instead of booking a hotel in Karnack town, get a vacation rental (go Vrbo) in "Uncertain" -- yes, that's the name of the place. Most vacation rentals have a minimum of two night stays so plan the trip accordingly.
#LifeAtExpedia
#Texas
#CaddoLake

This is one of the places in east Texas that not many Texans know of. This was my third visit to this place and I was still amazed with the beauty I could see in a place like Texas. It's just 4 hours drive from Austin and 2.5 hours drive from Dallas towards East. 

What makes this place special is cypress trees in the lake and their beautiful reflections. You get a different flavor in each season - greens all around in spring and summer, different colors in fall and a brown cover in winters. Also, you would be in for a treat if you are a bird lover. Get up early in the morning and you could hear several birds chirping. 

Tips: 

1. Avoid visiting this place in summer as it's still Texas and it gets very hot and humid during that time. 

2. Instead of booking a hotel in Karnack town, get a vacation rental (go Vrbo) in "Uncertain" -- yes, that's the name of the place. Most vacation rentals have a minimum of two night stays so plan the trip accordingly.
R.W. Norton Art Gallery which includes interior views
Shreveport
R.W. Norton Art Gallery featuring interior views

Popular cities in Caddo Parish

Shreveport which includes a garden
Shreveport
Known for Casinos, Dining and Shopping
Since an economic downturn in the early 1980s this former oil and gas town has been reinventing itself as a cultural, entertainment and shopping hub.

Reasons to visit

  • Municipal Auditorium
  • Strand Theatre
Light of setting sun on An open path of water through lily pads and cypress trees on Caddo Lake on border of Louisiana and Texas.
Vivian
Venture to sights like Caddo Lake and Big Sandy Island as you discover Vivian.
Light of setting sun on An open path of water through lily pads and cypress trees on Caddo Lake on border of Louisiana and Texas.
Mooringsport
Known for Monuments and Historical
Escape to Mooringsport! Enjoy its monuments and history.
Flowering camellia bush by the fantastic live oak alley at Greenwood Plantation.
Greenwood
Known for Business, Family-friendly and Romantic
Like dining out and zoos? Get away to romantic Greenwood!
Oil City
Oil City
Known for Family-friendly, Business and Romantic
Experience romantic Oil City: its food, parks, museums, and more!
Belcher
Belcher
Explore attractions like Red River and Soda Lake Wildlife Management Area as you discover things to see and do in Belcher.