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Lake Charles is the fifth-most populous city in the U.S. state of Louisiana, and the parish seat of Calcasieu Parish, located on Lake Charles, Prien Lake, and the Calcasieu River. Founded in 1861 in Calcasieu Parish, it is a major industrial, cultural, and educational center in the southwest region of the state.
- Annual Events. One of the largest gatherings in Louisiana takes place in the first two weeks of May in Lake Charles. Contraband Days, or the Louisiana Pirate Festival, goes back to 1957 and attracts upwards of 200,000 people to the city.
- Creole Nature Trail. One of the great experiences to learn about at Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau at 1205 N Lakeshore Dr is this 180-mile adventure into one of America’s last great wildernesses.
- Casinos & Gaming. The largest casino market in the state can be found in Lake Charles, with two major casino resorts here on the Calcasieu River, and with three more within a half-hour radius.
- Dining. The coast has a big influence on the cuisine in Lake Charles, and the city makes up the entire southern portion of Louisiana’s Seafood Sensation Trail.
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- Explore Downtown Lake Charles. If you love big city entertainment, get ready for a refreshing experience in Downtown Lake Charles! Part of Louisiana’s grand southern hospitality, Downtown Lake Charles houses magnetic attractions such as the Mardi Gras Museum, the 1911 Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center, and the nearby centuries-old giant Sallier Oak tree rooted into the grounds of the Imperial Calcasieu Museum.
- Drive the Creole Nature Trail. Another one of the best things to do in Lake Charles is driving down the Creole Nature Trail, one of the most stunning and scenic drives in all of Louisiana.
- Stop by the Mardi Gras Museum of Imperial Calcasieu (When it Reopens) Hosting the second largest Mardi Gras Festival, Lake Charles traces the history of this enigmatic event at the Mardi Gras Museum.
- Tour The Imperial Calcasieu Museum. One of many Lake Charles museums, the Imperial Calcasieu Museum was founded in 1963. Its collection features memorabilia and artifacts that present life in the old Imperial Calcasieu region from the native Americans to the present day.
Find visitor information about Lake Charles, Louisiana including hotels, restaurants, events, things to do, and casinos.
- Walk the Creole Nature Trail & Adventure Point. Along the Creole Nature Trail, you can enjoy the outdoor splendor of southwest Louisiana. As one of only 43 designated All-American Roads in the United States, the trail has 180 miles of Cajun culture and wildlife and more than 26 miles of Gulf Coast beaches.
- Explore Saltwater Marshes on Grosse Savanne Eco-Tours. One of the most spectacular ways to experience the natural environment that surrounds Lake Charles is through an ecotour.
- Mardi Gras Museum of Imperial Calcasieu. The elaborate Mardi Gras Museum of Imperial Calcasieu in Lake Charles has the largest display of Mardi Gras costumes in the world.
- Sam Houston Jones State Park. The Sam Houston Jones State Park and preservation area is one of the best stops if you want to spend time outdoors during your visit to Lake Charles.
Nov 25, 2021 · Lake Charles Visitor Center. 117. Visitor Centres. Located off of I-10 towards downtown on beautiful Lake Charles, the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention and Visitors Bureau is here to serve visitors as a resource center for the region. Among….
Things are more civilized today, but Lake Charles is still proud to be a little bit unconventional. Join the locals in their love for Cajun food, Louisiana-style parties, quirky history, untamed nature and anything outdoors – from fishing and hunting to golf and casino resort pools.
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