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Louisiana Welcome Center, I-10 East, Vinton, LA
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member JimmyEv
N 30° 08.243 W 093° 40.613
15R E 434805 N 3334202
Quick Description: If you’re headed into Louisiana from Texas via I-10, this convenient center, featuring information from across the state, knowledgeable staff, free coffee, plus an introduction to the Louisiana swamp, should be your first stop.
Location: Louisiana, United States
Date Posted: 1/13/2007 8:46:45 PM
Waymark Code: WM14P5
Reviewed By: Groundspeak Regular Member chstress53
Views: 78
Long Description:
This Welcome Center is located on the eastbound side of I-10, just past the Sabine River and the Texas border. Brochures from places across the state fill the racks -- they're divided by region. The staff is helpful, always offering free coffee, maps and answers.

The center is located in a rest area, so restrooms are available, as well as picnic areas with covered tables and grills set on a nice lake. At the southeast corner is a short, quarter-mile roundtrip boardwalk that loops through Nature's Nest Swamp along the edge of the lake. This is a good introduction to the swamps of Louisiana.

Boardwalk Trailhead: N30 08.230 W093 40.545

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Hours of Operation:
Daily 9am-5pm.


Public Washrooms: Mens, Womens, Family and Handicapped

Snacks/Pop at the facility: Yes - Vending Only

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