This Is the Most Beautiful Beach in Louisiana-and It Has White-sand Beaches and Some of the Bluest Waters in the South

"Many of the great wonders of the world, from iconic buildings to national parks, are preserved and open to the public, but some are tucked away on private land where only a few can enjoy them. One such wonder-a natural spring-fed lake just an hour north of New Orleans-opened to the public for the first time last summer, giving Louisianans and visitors access to a surreal, bright-blue lake lined with white sand beaches."

"The lake is part of the 422-acre Lake Isabel Farm in Bogalusa, Louisiana. What was once a gravel and sand mine is being reforested and turned into a sanctuary with quiet beaches and a pristine, spring water lake. Visitation is capped at 85 people per day, allowing each guest plenty of space to lounge on white sand beaches, swim in the mile-long crystal-clear lake, or explore the natural landscape that surrounds it."

"A full day pass to Lake Isabel Farm includes access to kayaks with life jackets, a beach volleyball court and lawn games, a three-mile nature trail around the lake, fishing, propane grills, and a diving platform. For an additional fee, visitors can reserve a solar-powered cabana outfitted with fans, furniture, and an ice chest. Last summer, adult day tickets were $47 and kids and seniors were $33. Children under three years of age get free admission."

Lake Isabel Farm in Bogalusa, Louisiana encompasses a 422-acre reforested property built around a natural, spring-fed, bright-blue lake lined with white sand beaches. The former gravel and sand mine now functions as a sanctuary offering swimming in a mile-long crystal-clear lake, a three-mile nature trail, kayaking with life jackets, beach volleyball, lawn games, fishing, propane grills, and a diving platform. Visitation is capped at 85 people per day to preserve space and tranquility. Day passes previously cost $47 for adults and $33 for kids and seniors, with children under three admitted free. Reopening is scheduled for April 2026 with online ticket releases and private-event reservations available.

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