Basics
- Length:
- 160 miles (257 km)
- Time:
- Allow at least 4 hours.
- Fees:
- None, only at attractions.
Description
Toledo Bend Country offers fun and excitement for the entirefamily. Toledo Bend, a 186,000-acre man-made reservoir is filledwith bass, bream, crappie and catfish that will delight the fisherin the family. For the golfer, the Cypress Bend Golf Course and themanicured greens and lush fairways of Toro Hills will offer achallenging and scenic round. The photographer in the family willmarvel at Hodges Gardens, a majestic "Garden in the Forest" filledwith magnificent flowers, cascading waterfalls, wildlife,hiking/biking trails and scenic public areas.
Those who thrive on the rich history of the South and the El CaminoReal will be transported back in time as they visit the village ofFisher, Fort Jesup and the lure of "No Man's Land." Browsingthrough the Museum of West Louisiana on South 3rd Street inLeesville, then strolling up the street to the Vernon ParishCourthouse, history buffs will be pleased. With the abundance oftrees in Vernon Parish, nature-lovers can walk through the manyforested areas to their hearts' wonder. Additionally, anywater-sports enthusiast can find fun at Vernon Lake, Anacoco Lakeor world-famous Toledo Bend Reservoir. When each of thefamily's interests have been met traveling on the Toledo BendForest Scenic Byway, they can come together to enjoy the uniquefestivals that Fisher, Florien, Many, Pleasant Hills and Zwolle offer throughout the year.
