Palmetto Island Nature Trail
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louisiana · Vermilion County

Palmetto Island Nature Trail

Interpretive path through subtropical palmetto forest.

Rating
Length
0.5 mi
Difficulty
1
County
Vermilion

About This Trail

This short interpretive trail winds through dense stands of saw palmetto, a subtropical plant community more commonly associated with Florida than Louisiana. Informative signs identify native plants and explain the unique ecology of this coastal habitat. The shaded path is perfect for a quick nature walk, even during Louisiana’s hot summers.

Location

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Coordinates: 29.848, -92.155 Open in Google Maps

Getting There

From Palmetto Island State Park entrance, follow the main park road to the nature center parking area. The trail begins behind the nature center building.

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