State Commemorative Area Hike the six miles of well marked trails on this 899 acres of historic battlefield. Along the trails you will find three observation towers, an elevated broadwalk over the breastworks in the Fort Desperate Area, a museum, a picnic area and restrooms. And of course there are creeks, ponds, flora, and plenty of wildlife. Location just ten minutes south of St Francisville, Louisiana on U.S. Highway 61. Located in the old hardware store circa 1896, the museum houses photographic exhibits, miniature recreation rooms, period clothing and flags of the area.
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Admission is free. Rosedown, Butler Greenwood, Cottage, Myrtles, Catalpa, Oakley Audubon and Greenwood. Other activities include, cycling, hiking, bird watching, horseback riding, golf, walking, running and fishing. All rights reserved. Rosedown, Butler Greenwood, Cottage, Myrtles, Catalpa, Oakley Audubon and Greenwood.