The Atchafalaya River is navigable and provides a significant industrial shipping channel for the state of Louisiana. It is the cultural heart of the Cajun Country.

From its roots as a grocery to its evolution into a renowned establishment, offering live music, innovative cuisine, and craft cocktails, Atchafalaya stands as the epitome of contemporary …

Welcome to America’s largest freshwater swamp: the Atchafalaya River Basin. From upland forests, to Cypress/Tupelo swamps, to an active land-building river delta, the Atchafalaya has …

Jan 23, 2025 · The Atchafalaya National Heritage Area spans 14 parishes and preserves local cuisine, music, traditions, language, and cultural landscapes.

Nov 10, 2025 · The Atchafalaya Basin, located in south-central Louisiana, is the largest wetland and swamp in the United States. Spanning over 1.4 million acres, this vast ecosystem is a rich …

The Atchafalaya, via the Old River, threatens to capture the major flow of the Mississippi; since the mid-20th century, however, a navigable system of dams, locks, and levees has kept the …

The Atchafalaya Basin and wilderness preserves throughout the parish offer year-round opportunities for kayaking, birdwatching, fishing and boating.

Jun 9, 2023 · In addition to providing critical wildlife habitat, the Atchafalaya River Basin functions as a flood relief outlet and important filter for the Mississippi River, slowing its flow and …

Established in 2006, the Atchafalaya National Heritage Area (NHA) stretches across 14 parishes in south-central Louisiana. It is among the most culturally rich and ecologically varied regions …

6 hours ago · The National Weather Service prepares its forecasts and other services in collaboration with agencies like the US Geological Survey, US Bureau of Reclamation, US …