Lake Charles
Festival Capital of Louisiana
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Other Name: -, District: Louisiana, State: South, United States of America
Area: 42.5 sq mi
Languages Spoken: English
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Lake Charles is the fifth largest incorporated city in the US state of Louisiana.Location
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Tree-filled lagoons and a mixed pine and hardwood forest combine to create a unique natural environment. The bird watching is always excellent.The numerous waterways in this area make water sports a natural highlight at the park.
It features a 300 year-old oak tree and houses historical records. It contains items of local historical interest. The Gibson-Barham Gallery houses new exhibits every 8 weeks; paintings, sculptures, etc.
Because the caretakers of this 1,087-acre park have worked to keep the land in its natural state, abundant wildlife inhabits the area. Tree-filled lagoons and a mixed pine and hardwood forest combine to create a unique natural environment. The bird watching is always excellent, but at certain times of year, nearly 200 species of birds can be seen at or within 30 miles of the site. The numerous waterways in this area make water sports a natural highlight at the park.