Title: Visit Northern Louisiana: Best of Northern Louisiana Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Northern Louisiana](https://expedia.ca/Northern-Louisiana-Hotels.d6058930.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Northern Louisiana](https://expedia.ca/Northern-Louisiana-Vacation-Rentals.d6058930.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Northern Louisiana](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Northern-Louisiana.d6058930.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Northern Louisiana Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Northern-Louisiana.d6058930.Car-Rental-Guide)[Northern Louisiana Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Northern-Louisiana.d6058930.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Northern Louisiana ## Travel Guide ![This is a beautiful natural swamp wonderland. It is surrounded by the Upper Ouachita National Wildlife area. Most of the land around the lake is untouched by man. #Louisiana #outdoor #Monroe #Marion #Union #Parish #Swamp #Camping #Finch #Lake #scenic #natural #GreatOutdoors](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634999058115/e3e0b653-1744-4168-959a-95564b781c3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This is a beautiful natural swamp wonderland. It is surrounded by the Upper Ouachita National Wildlife area. Most of the land around the lake is untouched by man. #Louisiana #outdoor #Monroe #Marion #Union #Parish #Swamp #Camping #Finch #Lake #scenic #natural #GreatOutdoors](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634999058115/e3e0b653-1744-4168-959a-95564b781c3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This is the Damn for Finch Lake #Louisiana #outdoor #Monroe #Marion #Union #Parish #Swamp #Camping #Finch #Lake #scenic #natural #GreatOutdoors](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634999058115/f3ca5c17-1de8-44d5-a515-7e7d83907a62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Finch Lake is just such a beautiful natural place. I love the serenity there. #Louisiana #outdoor #Monroe #Marion #Union #Parish #Swamp #Camping #Finch #Lake #scenic #natural](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634999058115/6cd26160-7c80-4404-a08c-45f3fe875c6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Largest Mound located at Monumental Earthworks at Poverty Point in Louisiana. This is an UNESCO World Heritage Site (since 2014).](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248622896645478/32fe17af-7557-43d3-8ea6-f77cfa3acc3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Northern Louisiana Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Northern Louisiana ![Shreveport, LA Historic Downtown Buildings in Louisiana](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6345277/6282cde8-f138-49ea-ae81-ec07eba7f6ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Highland Historic District Highland Historic District is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Red River and Shreveport Little Theatre. [](https://expedia.ca/Shreveport-Highland-Historic-District.dx6345277) ![Shreveport Louisiana Skyline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976482160/28f492b1-418b-4238-8305-a47ade41676f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Caddo Heights-South Highlands While visiting Caddo Heights-South Highlands, you might make a stop by sights like Mall St. Vincent and Pierremont Mall Shopping Center. [](https://expedia.ca/Shreveport-Caddo-Heights-South-Highlands.dx553248635976482160) ![Shreveport Louisiana Skyline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976472285/2efe1b05-465a-4700-b746-b741e4ce9a86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Broadmoor While visiting Broadmoor, you might make a stop by sights like Red River and Broadmoor Shopping Center. 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Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F02%2F2026&endDate=18%2F02%2F2026&selected=578395&PinnedHotelID=578395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6058930) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F02%2F2026&endDate=18%2F02%2F2026&selected=578395&PinnedHotelID=578395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6058930) ![Horseshoe Bossier City– A Caesars Rewards Destination](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1490000/1481000/1480921/71bd40d1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Horseshoe Bossier City– A Caesars Rewards Destination 711 Horseshoe Blvd Bossier City LA CA $80 CA $121 total Feb 9 - Feb 10 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly resort in Bossier City. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (3,371 reviews) Yes the room was great and comfortable. 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(48 reviews) This was my second visit and I’ll probably go again.I appreciated Greg replacing the TV when I had problems. Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/West-Monroe-Hotels-Garden-Cottage-In-The-City-Pet-Friendly.h103933308.Hotel-Information) ![One of a Kind-Get Away/Big Cypress Bayou Near Jefferson&Caddo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27510000/27508700/27508671/2ad30b13_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### One of a Kind-Get Away/Big Cypress Bayou Near Jefferson&Caddo Karnack TX Stay at this vacation home in Karnack. Enjoy a fitness center, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Caddo Lake State Park and Clear Lake are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (303 reviews) The host was welcoming. We enjoyed the quiet and peacefulness. It was equipped with everything necessary. The beds need new mattresses though. We would like to return to the area in summer and fall to experience the different colors. Thank you. 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