Located 5 miles east of Slidell, the Pearl River Wildlife Management Area encompasses a variety of pristine wilderness areas where many species of wildlife are managed. The southern area includes a large section of the Honey Island Swamp which can be explored by boat or kayak, while the northern area is home to a substantial hardwood forest, home to bears, cougars, deer and much more.

Hunting is allowed during the official hunting season. Many visitors enjoy hiking, birding, kayaking and canoeing and recreational fishing is also allowed. There is a campsite at Crawford Landing and several boat launches can be found on the banks of the Pearl River.

Address: Slidell, LA 70461, 985 543 4777

Visit restaurants and antique stores on Olde Towne Slidell Main Street Visit the children’s playground in Camp Salmen Nature Park Hike the Tammany Trace, a 31-mile tarred trail See a performance at the Slidell Little Theatre Dine with a view of the water at Palmettos on the Bayou Taste local specialties at Gallagher’s on Front Street Order a pizza at The Original Italian Pie Learn about local history at the FREE Slidell Museum Explore the Honey Island Swamp Kayak in Pearl River Wildlife Management Area See a performance at the Cutting Edge Theater See an exhibition at the Northshore Harbor Center

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