Boondocking and Horses

Looks like a little catching up on our travels is in order. 

On March 1, we traveled a couple hours from Livingston TX to our first Louisiana destination - Delta Downs Racetrack and Casino in Vinton LA. 

We spent the night in the parking lot for free, but somehow I paid by leaving a nice donation to their slot machines. 

We woke up at daybreak to the sound of hooves. We were parked right up against the fence of the track. What a great way to enjoy morning coffee and see the horses exercising. 

Next stop:

Breaux Bridge - Crawfish Capital of the World

We've packed in quite a lot since arriving in Louisiana. First was a three-night stay at Lake Fausse Pointe State Park (Henderson) in the southeastern part of the state. This area is surrounded by bayous with huge cypress trees.

Base of a cypress tree looks like an animal foot

We stretched our legs walking the trails, and saw egrets and ducks, but no gators.

It was our first opportunity to see the architecture of the area. Homes reflect the French and Spanish styles, which continues throughout SE Louisiana and into New Orleans.

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