How long is Barataria Preserve (Jean Lafitte)?

3.5 miles, loop, with about 0 feet of elevation gain — roughly 1 hr 10 min at a steady pace.

How hard is Barataria Preserve (Jean Lafitte)?

It's rated Easy. boardwalks through cypress swamp and gators

Where is Barataria Preserve (Jean Lafitte)?

Barataria Preserve (Jean Lafitte) is in Louisiana. boardwalks through cypress swamp and gators

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Barataria Preserve (Jean Lafitte)

Louisiana

Distance3.5 mi

Est. time~1 hr 10 min

Elevation gain↗ 0 ft

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Barataria Preserve (Jean Lafitte) is a easy 3.5-mile loop hike in Louisiana with about 0 ft of elevation gain. boardwalks through cypress swamp and gators.

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