Local Attractions
Festival Of Lights
Throughout its 93-year history, the Christmas Festival has become a family-friendly event that is sensitive to the needs of both tourists and residents. The traditions that have evolved from this event have helped shape the area’s unique history. Every event and tradition has etched its way into the very fabric of our history and plays as much an important role as any historical figure, place, or event of the oldest permanent settlement in the Louisiana Purchase. The many unique traditions set Natchitoches Christmas Festival apart from any other celebrations.
Cane River Heritage Trail
Once a primary channel of the Red River, the Cane River is now an oxbow lake bordered by corn and soybean farms, thick stands of sugar cane and pecan orchards. The Cane River National Heritage Trail begins in charming Natchitoches, which many recall as the setting for the film “Steel Magnolias.”
Historic Downtown
Downtown Natchitoches and the adjacent neighborhood is a National Landmark Historic District, that offers museums, trolley and boat rides, historic homes, cemeteries, bed and breakfasts, restaurants, art galleries, antiques, arts and crafts, books, libraries and more!
Restaurants
Mayeaux’s Steak House
Mayeaux’s Steak House is a small venue steak house and seafood restaurant serving only the highest quality prime USDA beef. Fully equipped with a fantastic wine menu and full bar. A favorite here at NPRV! https://www.facebook.com/MayeauxsSteakandSeafood/
Merci Beaucoup
Merci Beaucoup promises an original classic Cajun & American menu, served in a charming atmosphere in Historic Downtown Natchitoches. http://mercibeaucouprestaurant.com/
Lasyone's Meat Pie Kitchen
Lasyone’s Meat Pie Restaurant is an authentic soulful Creole Cuisine experience. Our recipes are handed down from our family and always prepared with love from the soul of our deep southern roots. http://lasyones.com/
Mariner’s
Mariner's has reflected the Nichols family's attention to detail since 1983. Mariner's restaurant maintains the highest level of quality and outstanding service.Join us overlooking Sibley Lake for the most memorable meal of your Natchitoches visit. http://www.marinersrestaurant.com/
Maglieaux’s
Here at Maglieaux’s we’ve put together a menu that combines our family’s Italian heritage, and the Creole culture of Louisiana. https://www.maglieauxs.com/home
Cane River Commissary
Cane River Commissary Nestled in the storied folds of the Cane River and true to our creole culture, if there's anything we know as well as having a good time, it's good food. https://www.canerivercommissary.com/home
Cane River Access
Tap the Red Pin on the map for Directions.
Shell Beach Ramp
Distance: 4.2 miles (5 minutes)
Washing Street Ramp
Distance: 12.1 miles (17 minutes)
Spillway Ramp
Distance: 9.3 Miles (13 minutes)
