Outdoor Activities

9/11 Memorial Water Wall

9/11 Memorial Water Wall

100 N W Central Ave.
Amite, LA 70422
(985) 748-8761
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The 9/11 Memorial Wall is located in the city's heart and features two pieces of steel from the Twin Towers. The memorial wall is a tribute of remembrance, honoring the lives lost in the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. Reminiscent of the towers themselves, the sculpture stands before a continuing waterfall displaying an impactful message. Gone, But Not Forgotten….

The A Maze Ing Trace Nursery & Nature Trails

The A Maze Ing Trace Nursery & Nature Trails

56463 Hwy 445
Husser, LA 70442
(985)-981-7819
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1.5 miles of wooded trails, scripture, flowers, benches throughout, picnic area, catch & release fishing. Great place for photography with a swinging bridge, prayer garden, waterfall, swamp and cave. Guided tours Available via golf cart. Admission fee $5.00 ages 5 & up. Professional photographers $20.00.

Brushy Branch Christmas Tree Farm & Pumpkin Picking

Brushy Branch Christmas Tree Farm & Pumpkin Picking

51211 Narretto Rd, Loranger, LA 70446
(985) 320-2124
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Operating as both a Pumpkin Patch and a Christmas Tree Farm this beautiful family friendly location is loaded with lots of fun for everyone. Activities include pumpkin picking, bounce house, hay maze, animal petting stations, train ride, Christmas gift shop, Santa’s mailbox, Photo with Santa and more.

Cam2 Golf Club

Cam2 Golf Club

17233 Country Club Rd.
Roseland, LA 70456
(985) 748-9760
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CAM2 Golf Club’s 18-hole championship golf course offers a unique challenge to both the expert and novice golfer. The course is designed for players who love the game and are ready for a challenge with a picturesque setting in the hills of northern Tangipahoa Parish.

Chappapeela Sports Park

Chappapeela Sports Park

19325 Hipark Blvd.
Hammond, LA 70403
(985) 543-6767
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Chappapeela Sports Park offers dozens of recreational activities and a comfortable family environment. The facility boasts over twenty soccer fields, twelve softball and baseball fields, and two regulation football fields, as well as a splash pad and a 1.5-mile walking trail accessible from dawn until dusk.

Covey Rise

Covey Rise

24009 Singing Waterfall Rd.
Husser, LA 70422
(985) 747-0310
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Covey Rise provides a traditional Southern, relaxing, full-service hunting experience. From customized on-property hunts, to shooting facilities for skeet, 5 stand and sporting clays, Covey Rise creates a one-of-a-kind event for outdoor sportsmen of all ages.

Florida Parishes Arena

Florida Parishes Arena

1301 NW Central Ave.
Amite, LA 70422
(985) 748-5914
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The Florida Parishes Arena is a multi-purpose facility that hosts dozens of events in Tangipahoa Parish. The venue presents annual events such as Vintage Market Days, and agriculture-related activities, rodeos, and much more.

Global Wildlife Center

Global Wildlife Center

26389 Hwy 40
Folsom, LA 70437
(985) 796-3585
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Embark on a wild interactive adventure at the Global Wildlife Center. You and your family can get up close and personal with animals such as giraffes, zebras, red kangaroos, camels, bison, and llamas.

Hammond Dreamland Skatepark

Hammond Dreamland Skatepark

601 W. Coleman Ave.
Hammond, LA 70403

Hammond Dreamland Skatepark is the perfect spot for outdoor enthusiasts everywhere. The park provides a ton of space and shade to skate, bike, and participate in other fun, recreational activities.

Historical Mural of Amite Founders

Historical Mural of Amite Founders

212 E Oak St.
Amite, LA 70422
(985) 748-8761
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A historical ceiling mural of the Amite Founders. Internationally acclaimed mural artist Robert Dafford painted the mural.

Joyce Wildlife Swampwalk

Joyce Wildlife Swampwalk

Old U.S. 51
Ponchatoula, LA 70454
(985) 543-4777
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The Joyce Wildlife Management Area “Swamp Nature Walk” is a 0.5-mile trail that is a hotspot for birding. The Joyce WMA is a site along the American Wetlands Birding Trail and is accessible year-round. Bald eagles and osprey nest in and around the WMA. Numerous other species of birds, including neotropical migrants, use this coastal forest during fall and spring migrations. Resident waterfowl, including hooded mergansers and wood, mottled, and black-bellied whistling ducks, are found in the area year-round. LDWF maintains and monitors more than 50 wood duck nesting boxes on the area.

Kliebert & Sons Alligator Tours

Kliebert & Sons Alligator Tours

40511 W. I-55 Service Rd.
Ponchatoula, LA 70454
(985) 345-3617
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With over 300 alligators ranging from 9 to 18 feet and over 47,000 turtles, Kliebert & Sons Alligator Tours will certainly give you a feel for the swamp. You and a group of brave companions can embark on inside and outside tours and visit these interesting reptiles as they nest, sunbathe, and relax in their natural habitats.

Louisiana Quilt Trail

Louisiana Quilt Trail

146 W. Oak St.
Ponchatoula, LA 70454
(985) 386-8815
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As the first Quilt Trail in the state, the Louisiana Quilt Trail is an artistic exhibition that showcases quilt blocks outdoors on homes, businesses, sheds, fences, and barns. It spans across five parishes around New Orleans and Baton Rouge and is designed to strengthen community pride.

Louisiana Trails & Byways

Louisiana Trails & Byways

Southern Swamps Byway (13)
(800) 542-7520
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Break away from the highway and take a road trip down one of Louisiana's 19 scenic byways. From historic treasures and music festivals, to country kitchens and coastal wetlands teeming with wildlife, each drive offers you an authentic taste of Louisiana food, music, culture and natural beauty.

Mitchell's Swamp Adventures

Mitchell's Swamp Adventures

41083 W Yellow Water Rd.
Hammond, LA 70403
brucethealligatorman@gmail.com
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You don’t want to miss this exciting, guided swamp adventure with Bruce! You will be riding in his 20ft surface Go Devil boat he hunts gators in! Bruce was born and raised hunting in the passes and bayous b/w Lake Maurepas and the famous Lake Pontchartrain! Enjoy and up close and personal exploring the swamps, bayous and passes with stories, landmarks and let's not forget the animals you may see! Gators, snakes, turtles, nutria rats, frogs, birds and so much more! Everywhere you look the scenery is absolutely breathtaking.

Mrs. Heathers Pumpkin Patch

Mrs. Heathers Pumpkin Patch

11215 Lee's Lane, Hammond, LA 70401
(225) 567-3493
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Neola Farm Sports Complex

Neola Farm Sports Complex

61371 Hwy 51 N
Amite, LA 70422
(985) 351-8441 Director
(985) 969-5340 Secretary
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The Neola Farm Sports Complex is a 53-acre property that features two baseball fields, two softball fields, football field and several soccer fields. Expansion of facilities and programs are in progress.

Oak Knoll Country Club

Oak Knoll Country Club

45246 Country Club Rd
Hammond, LA 70401
(985) 345-2387
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This facility has history and charm. Nestled among some of Hammond’s most beautiful oaks, the course offers beautiful scenery and atmosphere. At Oak Knoll you will find valuable golf lessons, children’s clinics, competitive tournaments and a place where you can host events and outings.

Ponchatoula Area Recreation District

Ponchatoula Area Recreation District

19030 Ponchatoula Parks Dr.
Ponchatoula, LA 70454
(985) 370-7273
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Ponchatoula Area Recreation District is a 90-acre tract that offers a variety of recreational activities for people of all ages to enjoy. You can participate in catch-and-release fishing at the pond, play football or baseball on the field, or take a relaxing stroll through the indigenous live oak and pine tree landscape.

Popee’s Cajun Water World

Popee’s Cajun Water World

46053 Hwy 445
Robert, LA 70455
985-318-7605
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Popee’s Cajun Water World features a huge waterslide, with mini inflatables, kid-friendly games, activities, and snowball/concession stand. We host birthday parties, and large groups are welcome.

River Road Go-Kart

River Road Go-Kart

47329 River Rd.
Hammond, LA 70401
(985) 351-4576
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Fuel your adrenaline and put some pedal to the metal at the River Road Go-Kart. You can race against nine other racers in 9hp Dino karts or 5hp single or double karts, and enter a competitive league tournament.

Southeastern Louisiana University Athletics

Southeastern Louisiana University Athletics

Dugas Center for Southeastern Athletics
800 Galloway Dr.
Hammond, LA 70402
(985) 549-2253
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Southeastern Lions strive in the classroom and on the field. These student-athletes participate in 15 NCAA athletic programs – seven men’s and eight women’s sports. The Lions are members of the Southland Conference. For women, Southeastern sponsors basketball, cross country, indoor and outdoor track and field, soccer, softball, tennis and volleyball. Men’s athletics include football, basketball, baseball, golf, cross country, and indoor and outdoor track and field.

Tower Trax ATV Recreation Park

Tower Trax ATV Recreation Park

10247 Hwy. 10
Fluker, LA 70436
(985) 969-0114
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Hop on a dirt bike and ride off into the sunset at the Tower Trax ATV Recreation Park in Fluker! This sports recreation venue allows you to ride across muddy trails, spend a couple nights in a cabin, park your RV on site, or embark on a camping trip.

USS Ponchatoula Memorial

USS Ponchatoula Memorial

100 E. Pine Street
Ponchatoula, LA 70454
(800) 542-7520
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The Memorial is dedicated to the officers and men who served aboard the USS Ponchatoula from its commissioning in 1956 to its retirement in 1992. The Ponchatoula was a fleet oiler built to provide underway replenishment of fuel and cargo to US Navy ships at sea. During the Vietnam War, "The Ponch" was awarded 12 campaign stars and set records for refueling US Seventh Fleet and allied warships in support of combat operations. The Memorial is a 117 scale replica of the ship's stern and contains artifacts recovered when it was scrapped in 2014.

USS Ponchatoula Memorial

Serenity Sands

15006 Hwy 40 E
Independence La 70443
(985) 351-6771
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Serenity Sands is the perfect fun day getaway! Overlooking the beautiful Tangipahoa River in Independence Louisiana. This family friendly location offers; ATV trails, tubing, shaded picnic rentals, RV and primitive camping spots are available.

White Oak Fields

White Oak Fields

50247 Highway 445
Loranger, LA 70446
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Owners Lindsay and Chris Jackson invite you to come out and experience their 2,100 blueberry bushes sitting on 20 acres of land with their exciting new wedding venue!