Sabine NWR Wetland Walkway
Hackberry, LA
A boardwalk loop into the marsh on the Creole Nature Trail, with alligators, wading birds and an observation tower. Bring insect repellent.
The Wetland Walkway in Sabine National Wildlife Refuge is at 3000 Holly Beach Highway, south of Hackberry in southwest Louisiana. The loop, about 1.5 miles (2.4 km) long with two spurs, runs over concrete and boardwalk through a freshwater marsh, with an observation tower, rest shelters, restrooms and a parking lot. It lies on the Creole Nature Trail, a roughly 180-mile (290 km) All-American Road.
Depending on the season you may see alligators, wading birds and waterfowl, butterflies, migrating songbirds, nutria and armadillos; animals often cross the trail. Hurricane Rita damaged the refuge so badly in 2005 that it had to close to the public. The walkway reopened on December 22, 2007 with a new boardwalk, restrooms, parking lot, rest shelters and an accessible observation tower. According to the Fish & Wildlife Service the trail is open year-round from dawn until dusk; check for closures after storms.
- Nearest town
- Hackberry, LA
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 29.8860, -93.3900
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, September and December–February. Hot in June–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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FAQs
Where is Sabine NWR Wetland Walkway?
Sabine NWR Wetland Walkway is in Hackberry, LA, at GPS 29.8860, -93.3900. It is about 7 mi from Cameron.
Can you camp near Sabine NWR Wetland Walkway?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is South Park RV Park, about 20 mi away; within 25 mi there are 7 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Sabine NWR Wetland Walkway?
Sabine NWR Wetland Walkway is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Louisiana’s Creole Nature Trail.
What is there to see near Sabine NWR Wetland Walkway?
Places worth a stop nearby: Holly Beach (9 mi), Rutherford Beach (18 mi), Pintail Wildlife Drive (19 mi) and Village Creek State Park (53 mi).
When is the best time to visit Sabine NWR Wetland Walkway?
The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, September and December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)