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Toledo Bend Tour Guide distributed by the Sabine Parish Tourist Commission. Many, Louisiana. www.toledobendlakecountry.com

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A Visitor’s Guide to

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WelcomeToledo BendLake Country& So Much More

Spend a few days withus and we think you’ll seewhy we say that!

Toledo Bend LakeCountry not only offers youa great fishing opportunitybut many other rewardingexperiences to make yourvisit a memorable one.The area is rich in history,has two Championship GolfCourses, four state parks,including the nationallyknown Hodges Gardens,and over 35 resorts andaccommodations.

We have provided thisbook as a guide to help youhave an experience you’llremember. We hope yourstay is pleasant and thatyou’ll come back soon.

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Children’s Activities 22Listing

Accommodations 24Listing

Conferences, Meetings,Reunions 28Accommodations for groups

Dining 30Listing

Shopping 32Listing

Communities 35ManyZwolleFisherFlorienPleasant HillConverseEbarb

Map (Sabine Parish) 39

Toledo Bend Lake 4About the lakeWater recreationLunkersMarinas, Guides

State Parks &Scenic Trails 8North Toledo Bend State ParkSouth Toledo Bend State ParkHodges Gardens State ParkScenic Trails

Golf Resorts 12Cypress Bend Golf Resort &Conference Center

Emerald Hills Golf Resort

Historic Sites 15The El Camino TrailFt. JesupFt. St. Jean BaptisteLos AdaesOther Historic Sites

Festivals & Events 16Special EventsChoctaw Apache Indian PowWowZwolle Loggers & Forestry FestivalFisher Sawmill DaysBattle of Pleasant HillZwolle Tamale FiestaSabine Free State Festival

Day Trips 18The Antiquing TrailHemphillNatchitochesLogansportFloral Tours

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Contents

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Toledo Bend LakeToledo Bend Lake islocated in Louisiana and Texason the Sabine River and formsa portion of the boundarybetween the two states. TheReservoir is 65 miles in lengthand covers an area of 186,000acres with 1,200 miles ofshoreline. It is the largestman-made body of water in theSouth and the fifth largest insurface acres in the UnitedStates. It offers unlimitedopportunity for fishing andrecreation activities.

Many marinas offer fishingpiers and launching ramps for their guests.Public launching ramps are available at thefollowing north to south locations on ToledoBend:

• Oak Ridge Park• Converse Bay• North Toledo Bend State Park• San Miguel Park• Cypress Bend Park• Pleasure Point• South Toledo Bend State Park C

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Although fishing is by far the mostpopular past-time on Toledo Bend, the lakealso offers water sports areas for jet skiing,water-skiing, wake boarding and tubing.Canoeing opportunities are available in quietprotected coves. Paddle boats are a pleasurefor the young and more mature at heart.A number of public beaches, numerousRV and primitive camping sites, ATV trails,hiking trails and birding opportunities areavailable.

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Lots of Big FishWhile bass fishing is the most popular on Toledo Bend, other species such

as crappie, bream, white bass, stripers and catfish are in abundance.The current bass lake record is 15.33 lbs. The 2006-2007 fishing seasonproduced a record catch of 50 Lunker Bass over 10 lbs each. The officialweigh-in site is Toledo Town & Tackle, located at Hwy 6 West. If you agree torelease your lunker, the Toledo Bend Lake Association will award you a replica.

Toledo Bend Lake attracts numerous fishing tournaments because of theabundant fishing and the well designed facilities. Cypress Bend Park and SanMiguel Park host over 35 major fishing tournaments each year. For a list oflunkers and fishing tournaments, visit us at www.toledobendlakecountry.com

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Lunkers

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Fishing GuidesOur area offers over 36 guidesexperienced in fishing techniquesand are knowledgeable in areasof the lake most likely to yieldyou a good catch for a specifictime of year. A complete listof guides is available fromwww.toledobendlakecountry.comor (800) 358-7802.

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Marinas offering varied levelsof services are located along theToledo Bend shoreline. For alist of all accommodations withamenities and services provided,visit us on-line or order anaccommodations brochure atwww.toledobendlakecountry.comor (800) 358-7802.

Public fishing piers locatedfrom north to south on ToledoBend are at: San PatricioOversight Area, North ToledoBend State Park, ClydesCrossing, Cypress Bend Park,Pleasure Point and South ToledoBend State Park. PendletonBridge and Lanan Bridgeprovide lighting underneathto provide an environment forgood “night fishing” for crappie.

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North ToledoNorth Toledo Bend State Park includes

over 900-acres of pine woodland, withabundant waterfront accommodationsand activities.

The park has 63 campsites with waterand electrical hookups, plus ten rentalcabins with fireplaces. A large group

camphouse is also available – with fivedormitories, a large bathhouse and amain kitchen/dining area.

The park includes a large boat launch,parking lot, picnic pavilions, playgroundand a fish cleaning station.

The Visitor Center complex includesan Olympic-size swimming pool andbathhouse, along with a laundry andconcession area.

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State Parks

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South ToledoSouth Toledo Bend State Park is located

on several small bluffs that extend over andinto Toledo Bend Reservoir next to ToledoBend Dam on Hwy 191. It offers scenicwaterfront views from many vantage points.Visitors to the park can enjoy recreationalactivities such as hiking, cycling, birding

and camping.The site offers 19vacation cabins,55 RV campsitesand 5 tent sites.This area is acommon nestingground for thebald eagle. Oneof the specialfeatures of thispark is theVisitors Centerwith interpretativeareas andprograms for children. The protectedbeach area and the covered fishing bridgeare a real favorite.

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Hodges GardensHodges Gardens State Park is located

approximately 15 miles south of Many onUS Highway 171. The Park was originallydesigned and opened to the public in 1956by oil and gas businessman A.J. HodgesSr. Hodges Gardens State Park, donated

to the State in 2007 by the HodgesFoundation, boasts over 700 acres ofnative and cultivated flora, including tworose gardens and a large collection ofJapanese Red Maple trees. Nature-oriented visitors will experience a widerange of topography. Waterfalls andpools are featured through-out the gardens.Cabins on the 225-acre lake and RV padsare available.

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ATV’s, Biking, BirdingThe Toledo Bend Forest Scenic Byway (Hwy 191) travels the length ofToledo Bend Reservoir and displays 76 miles of rolling hills lined withstately pine. Highway 171 and Hwy 6, plus other arms of the Byway,

offer links to thearea towns, sightsand attractions.Thirty-plus marinasand otheraccommodationsoffer the visitor awide variety ofopportunities to

enjoy the numerous activities available on or off the water. Beaches,state parks, historical sites, a 700-acre garden, luxury golf courses,a 26-mile bike trail, interpretive signage areas, observation towers atthe Dam, and excellent opportunities for birding, including habitat forBald Eagles, are accessible along the Byway.

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Scenic TrailsCow BayouWilderness Area

About 200 acres ofmixed pine/hardwoodforest comprise thiswilderness area, withapproximately 8 milesof a figure-8 shapedATV trail. Primitivecamping is allowed anda small boat dock isavailable. Open to thepublic free of charge,except for special“rides.”

Located on the parishline between Sabineand DeSoto Parishesoff Hwy 191. Call(318) 256-4114 or(800) 259-5253.

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Birding Trails/Eagles

Floral Gardens

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Cypress Bend Golf Resort andConference Center is located on ToledoBend Lake. It offers one of the finest18-hole championship golf courses inthe South.

You’ll feel the magic the momentyou set foot on Cypress Bend, a jewelon the shoreline of Toledo Bend. You’llexperience spectacular views at everyturn at Cypress Bend. The 18-holecourse features ten holes along thewater with shots across hidden covesand inlets. Surrounding hardwood forest,dramatic elevation changes and lusciouslandscaping add to Cypress Bend’schallenge and beauty.

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Golf Resorts

Cypress Bend Golf Resort &

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The Resort features 96 luxurious guest rooms,including 17 suites, 11,000 square feet of meetingspace, fine dining in the Cypress Dining Room orcasual in the Cypress Café or Sabine Social Room.Pamper yourself with the elegant full service Spaand Salon with heated indoor/outdoor pool.

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Relax

Conference Center

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Emerald HillsEmerald Hills Golf Resort is set among

the beautiful piney hills of Sabine Parishand offers a demanding 18-holechampionship golf course, richly appointedcondominiums, motel rooms and suites.Emerald Hills offers a great escape for thevacationing family or a secluded retreat forbusiness executives.

Complete convention and meetingfacilities also make Emerald Hills an idealspot for conferences and reunions.

Mulligan’s Bar & Grill serves breakfast,lunch, and dinner, all of which can beenjoyed overlooking the golf course.

The 18-hole championship golf coursemixes the demands of accuracy with someof the best greens found on any golf courseanywhere. Located across from HodgesGardens State Park on US Highway 171South.

For more information: 318-586-4661,or at www.emeraldhillsresort.com

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Fort SitesFt. Jesup is located six miles east of Many.The site was selected by Zachary Taylor in 1822.It existed for 26 years as one of the strongestgarrisons in Louisiana. The fort was once a largecomplex of 82 structures. This site features theoriginal kitchen/mess building, officers’ quarters,a gift shop and interpretive exhibits. Facilitiesalso include a museum and picnic area.

Ft. St. Jean Baptiste is located on thebanks of the Cane River in Natchitoches. Theoriginal Fort was built in 1716 to prevent Spanishforces in the province of Texas from advancingacross the border of French Louisiana.

Los Adaes is located east of Robeline inNatchitoches Parish. Los Adaes dates back tothe early 1700s when a Franciscan missionaryfrom New Spain urged the French governor of

Louisiana to establish apost near east Texas. In1729, Spain designatedLos Adaes the capital ofthe province of Texas.

St. John the BaptistCatholic Church

The first resident priestselected the highest spotin Many as the buildingsite of St. John the BaptistCatholic Church in 1871.The original Churchburned in 1922, wasrebuilt and laterremodeled, retainingthe original Spanisharchitecture.

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El Camino Real

Designated as a National HistoricTrail in 2004, El Camino Real de losTejas (Hwy 6 in Louisiana and Hwy21 in Texas) has existed for morethan 300 years. El Camino Realhas its easternmost beginning inNatchitoches, Louisiana and runsfrom piney woods through rollinghills to the arid lands of Old Mexico.The Spaniards and the French thatmarked the trail were followed bysuch men as Moses Austin and hisson Stephen Fuller Austin (TheFather of Texas), Jim Bowie, DavyCrockett, Sam Houston and earlymissionaries of multiple faiths. Anabundance of historic sites await themodern day traveler of El CaminoReal that include Ft. Jesup, LosAdaes, and Ft. St. Jean Baptiste.

Historic Sites Along the El Camino Trail

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MayChoctaw Apache Indian Pow Wow –Celebration of native Indian culture –traditional dancing, unique craft items,Indian jewelry and Indian fellowship. Alldancers and guest drums welcome. A greateducational experience, open to the public.

Zwolle Loggers & Forestry Festival –Much of Zwolle’s industry revolves aroundlogging, so it is only fitting that in addition tofood and craft booths, the festival’s activitiesinclude chain sawing, hatchet throwing andchopping contests.

Fisher Sawmill Days – Celebrate Fisher’slegacy as one of the last of Louisiana’ssawmill towns. Enjoy music, squaredancing, covered wagon rides, artsand crafts, contests and fireworks.

Special EventsRodney Hopkins’Legends of Music Show

Sabine Theatre, ManyPerformances throughout the year(318) 256-5735

The Sabine Parish PlayersShakespearean Productions

Sabine Theatre & HodgesGardens - Summer PerformancesContact: Mary Bozeman(318) 256-3777

Sabine Motor Speedway - offHwy. 171N. (318) 256-5199

Rebel State Historic SiteVarious musical events.(318) 472-6255/(888) 677-3600www.crt.state.la.us

Festivals

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AprilBattle of Pleasant Hill

The Annual Battle ofPleasant Hill marks theanniversary of one of themajor events in Louisianaduring the Civil War, theRed River Campaign. Theactual battle took place inand around the Village ofPleasant Hill on April 9,1864. More than 400re-enacters join to makethe miniature Civil Wartown come alive.Festivities include aparade, pageant, perioddance, church servicesand open camp activities.

OctoberZwolle Tamale Fiesta – Celebration ofthe area’s Spanish and Native AmericanHeritage. The three day event includesa tamale making demonstration, tamaleeating and tamale judging contest, treasurehunt, street dance, arts & crafts, parade,pageant, a very popular Fiesta Mud BogRace for trucks and over 20,000 dozentamales for sale.

NovemberSabine Free State Festival – Celebratethe period in Western Louisiana’s historywhen this region was declared neutralground pending settlement of a disputebetween Spain and the U.S. Arts & crafts,games, parade, treasure hunt, westernshoot-out, music, and more.

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Antiquing TrailStep back in time not only to shop for

antiques and collectibles of yesteryear, butalso into stores that have been continuouslyin operation for over 100 years. Nethery’s inMilam, Tx. retains its century old charm withoriginal fixtures, shelves and wood burning stove.The Ole Mill Store in Fisher, La, built in 1899,offers 17,000 sq ft of a poignant glimpse intolife the way it was in olden days. Caraway’s inLogansport, La, operating since 1893, offerseverything from hardware to fine china, with adelightful kitchen area of 1920’s to present.Visit the Toledo Bend Tourist Information Centersor go on-line to www.toledobendlakecountry.comfor a complete map of over 14 stores within a30 mile drive north, east or west of Toledo Bend.

HemphillHighway 6 West across Pendleton Bridge

to Texas Hwy 21 will lead you toward Hemphill.For a brief history detour, turn off Hwy 21 to visitthe Gaines-Oliphant House, circa 1818, andknown as one of the earliest Pre-Republic,Anglo-American structures in Texas. Continue

7 miles to Milam (est. 1837).Nethery’s GeneralMerchandise, the oldestcontinuously-run business inSabine County, dates back tothe 1880’s. From Milam,travel Hwy 87 south 10 milesto Hemphill. The squareoffers several unique storesand restaurants. Two blocks

south is the Pace Creek Garden District. ContactSabine County Chamber of Commerce at(409) 787-2732 or visit sabinecountytexas.com

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Day Trips

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NatchitochesThe City of Natchitoches, established in

1714, is the oldest permanent settlement in theLouisiana Purchase. Visitors are drawn to it forits historical charm, authentic culture, cuisineand varied shopping opportunities. Visit 30stores and a dozen restaurants in the downtown

historic district.The area is also home

to the Cane River NationalHeritage Area and BayouPierre Alligator Park.Stroll along the scenicCane River Lake, walkthrough the museums andart galleries, or take in aninterpretive tour at thereplica of Fort St. JeanBaptiste. Contact

(800) 259-1714 or visit www.natchitoches.net.

LogansportA drive north along the Toledo Bend Forest

Scenic Byway to Logansport can be a half daytrip of shopping with a lunch. The Logansportarea has a one-of-a kind historical landmark,a granite shaft set into the ground in 1841 marksthe only international boundaryexisting within the ContinentalUnited States. Caraway’s Store,in operation for over 110 years,boasts an inventory from hardwareto fine china. The kitchen sectionincludes selections from the1920’s to present. Enjoy lunchor dinner at Logan’s Landing onMain Street, or River’s Edge.Contact Logansport City Hallat (318) 697-5359.

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Day Trips Floral Tours

Experience spectacularseasonal flora displays atgardens, national forestsand nature preserves inthe Toledo Bend area andin adjoining NatchitochesParish.

• Bailey MemorialGarden

• Cypress Bend

• Hodges Gardens

• KisatchieDogwood Trail

• Caroline Dormon

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Virginia Mitchell Bailey Memorial Garden is locatedin a wooded area adjacent toCypress Bend Resort. The Gardenoffers hundreds of species ofplants and varied garden featuresthat induce pleasure as youleisurely stroll the walkway.

Cypress Bend Golf Resort and Conference Centerhas numerous areas on its400 acres that provide viewsof marvelous color and texturecombinations of plant materialsthat are artistically designed intothe landscape. Group tours areavailable with the horticulturist,or at designated times golf carts

are available for rent to tour the entire golf courseand resort. Late afternoon tours are a favorite.Located off Hwy 191 south of Toledo Town.Call (318) 590-1500, or (877) 519-1500, orvisit www.cypressbend.com

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Hodges Gardens State Park is a 700-acre scenic naturalwonderland composed of anold domestic rose garden,new hybrid roses, seasonalflora, cascading waterfallsand stunning multi-levelfloral gardens. Overnightaccommodations are availablein a full service RV park and

cabins around a 225 acre trophy bass fishing lake. Located15 miles south of Many on Hwy 171, across from EmeraldHills Golf Resort and Mulligan’s Bar & Grill. Open dailyfrom 8:00am to 4:30pm. Call (318) 586-3523 or(800) 354-3523, or visit www.lastateparks.com

Kisatchie National Forest/Longleaf Trail Scenic Byway inNatchitoches Parish is accessed offHwy 117 to Forest Service Road 59.Favorites for many visitors are thehundreds of dogwood trees in bloomin March and April and miles ofnative wildflowers. For those wishingto take time to explore, there aremany rare species in the bog areas.Maps are available at Toledo BendTourist Information Center.Call (318) 473-7160 or visit

www.fs.fed.us/r8/kisatchie/index.html

Caroline Dorman Nature Reserve, known as Briarwood,is a tribute to Caroline Dorman’spioneering work as the first womanemployed in forestry in the UnitedStates. Conservationists andhorticulturists from all over theworld feel it’s the most completebotanical sanctuary in Louisiana.Briarwood is open to the public onweekends in April, May, August andNovember. Located on La Hwy 9in Natchitoches Parish between

the towns of Saline & Campti. Call (318) 576-3379, orvisit www.cp-tel.net/dormon/

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Wildwood Lodge offers a petting zoo,bird aviary, six stocked ponds for children,4 swimming pools, paddle boats, canoes,basketball and badmitten equipment, andlots of ducks to feed. (318) 645-6114 or(800) 341-3668, www.wildwood-resort.com

South Toledo Bend State Parkoffers a great fishing bridge with coveredareas, beach and a Visitor Center withinterpretive rangers that provide dailyactivities for children such as “Buggin”and Eagle Walks. Displays in the Centeroffer wonderful learning opportunities.(337) 286-9075 or (888) 398-4770,www.lastateparks.com **

Cypress Bend Park offers a fishingjetty and pier, nice playground equipmentand a beach area. (Also known as SRA-LAsite # 11 and formerly Twin Island)(318) 256-4118 or (800) 259-5253,www.srala-toledo.com

North Toledo Bend State Park hasa hiking and a nature trail, swimming pooland playground. Located off Hwy 191 ninemiles southwest of Zwolle off La 3229.(318) 645-4715 or (888) 677-6400,www.lastateparks.com **

Toledo Bend Dam, located on Hwy 191South provides observation towers on theTexas and Louisiana side to view the dam,hydroelectric plant and spillway areas.(337) 286-5244 or (337) 286-5253,www.sabineparish.com/attract/toledo

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Fort Jesup State Historic Sitehas interpretive rangers on duty daily withvaried activities on weekends. Located sixmiles west of Many, La on Hwy 6.(318) 256-4117 or (888) 677-1400.www.crt.state.la.us **

Adai Indian Nation Cultural CenterLocated at 4460 Hwy 485, Robeline, La.,approximately 45 minutes from ToledoBend Lake. Large Indian displays, tee-peesand buffalo herds. Open daily 9am-5pm.(318) 472-1007.www.explorenatchitoches.com

The Alligator Park is a five acre parkwith hundreds of alligators, feeding zoo,bird sanctuary, reptile habitat and jungle.Take Hwy 6 west to I-49 North. Followsigns. Located approximately 1 hour fromToledo Bend Lake. Open daily April 15through Labor Day, then weekends onlyfrom Labor Day to October 15. Hours10am-6pm. (877) 354-7001.www.alligatorpark.net

West Louisiana Veteran’sMemorial Park has a military tank andhelicopter and a small park area. Childrenenjoy inspecting the equipment. Locatedjust north of Toledo Town on Hwy 191.

**site also has “kids webpage” withactivities and Junior Ranger Handbook.

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Army Rec Center ***(military/civil service only)

Mobile homes & Yurts1310 Army Rec Rd.Florien, LA 71429Off LA 191(318) 565-4235

B & B Cabins *Manufactured cabins3272 Hwy 1215 • Zwolle, LA 71486(318) 645-9076

Bar-B Camp Grounds *27403 Hwy 191 • Many, LA 71449(318) 645-6573

Bass Haven Resort ***Cabins & RV 664664 Bass Haven Resort Dr.Anacoco, LA 714031 mile north of dam(888) 286-9239www.basshavenresort.com

Big Bass Marina ***Cabins & RV363 Big Bass Ln.Many, LA 71449Off LA 476(318) 586-4721

Bridge Bay Resort ***Lodge & cabins77 Bridge Bay Dr.Many, LA 71449Off LA Hwy 6(318) 256-6604www.toledo-bend.net/bridgebay

Converse BayPrimitive tent & RV679 Rec Site 4 Rd.Converse, LA 71419Off LA 191 approx. 1/2 mile(318) 256-4114 or (800) 259-5253www.srala-toledo.com

Cow Bayou Wilderness Area8 mile ATV TrailPrimitive tent camping481 Coker Worsham Rd.Converse, LA 71419(318) 256-4114 or (800) 259-5253www.srala-toledo.com

Cypress Bend ParkCabins & RV3462 Cypress Bend Dr.Many, LA 71449Off LA Hwy. 191(318) 256-4118 or(800) 259-5253www.srala-toledo.com

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RV Access Lodging

Marinas designated with are marinasoperated by state or other public agency.

For exact services available, pleasecontact the marina direct.

Privately-owned accommodations are designated according to the level of servicesprovided on site, such as launching ramps, convenience store, fish cleaning areas, etc.The designations are:

Accommodations

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Cypress Bend Golf Resort& Conference Center ***Rooms & golf suites2000 Cypress Bend Pkwy.Many, LA 71449Off LA Hwy 191(318) 590-1500 or(877) 519-1500www.cypressbend.com

Dreamcatcher Camping *RV9200 Hwy 191,Converse, LA 71419(318) [email protected]

Driftwood Motel & Lounge **Recently refurbished motel rooms4854 Carters Ferry Rd.Zwolle, LA 71486Off Hwy 1215(318) 645-6466 or(318) 315-0177

Emerald Hills Golf Resort ***Hotel and condosPO Box 460, Hwy 171,south of FlorienFlorien, LA 71429(318) 586-4661 or1-800-533-5031www.emeraldhillsresort.com

Griffin Lodge ***Lodge & rooms1267 Bray Rd.Many, LA 71449Off LA 191(318) 645-9455www.griffinlodge.com

Hodges Gardens State ParkRV & cabins1000 Hodges Lp.Florien, LA 71429Off Hwy 171S. of Florien(318) 586-3523 or(800) 354-3523www.lastateparks.com

Holly Point Trailer Park *RV624 Holly Point Ln.Noble, LA 71462Off LA 191 from LA 171(318) 645-6342

Jolly Rogers Marina ***Manufactured rooms13 Main St.Converse, LA 71419West off LA Hwy 191(318) 567-2547

Lakeview Lodge ***Cabins1588 Matthews Lodge Rd.Many, LA 71449Off LA Hwy 6(318) 256-9261 • www.lakeviewldg.net

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A guide to helpful information for your next visit to our great community. You willfind everything from contact information to locations, and where to shop and eat too.

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AccommodationsNorth Toledo Bend State ParkCabins & RVPO Box 56Zwolle, LA 71486LA Hwy 3229Off LA Hwy 191(318) 645-4715 or(888) 677-6400www.lastateparks.com

Oak RidgePrimitive camping & RV316 Oak Ridge Rd.Mansfield, LA 71052Off LA 191(318) 697-1508 or (800) 259-5253www.srala-toledo.com

Pendleton Bridge ***Resort & MarinaMotel971 Merritt Mountain Rd.Many, LA 71449Off LA Hwy 6 near Pendleton Bridge(318) 256-2958 or (866) 643-0320

Pirate’s Cove *** (new ownership)Cabins1567 Carribean Dr.Florien, LA 71429Off LA 191(318) [email protected]

Pleasure Point ParkRV & tent1190 Pleasure Point Rd.Florien, LA 71429 • Off LA Hwy 191(318) 565-4810 or (800) 259-5253www.srala-toledo.com

San Miguel ParkCabins & RV381 San Miguel Rd.Zwolle, LA 71486Carter Ferry Rd.Off LA Hwy 191(318) 645-6748 or (800) 259-5253www.srala-toledo.com

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Sepulvado’s Landing *Cabins & RV418 Sepulvado Landing Rd.Noble, LA 71462Off LA Hwy 482(318) 645-9479

Shady Oak Log Cabin Rental ***Cabins305 Joe Dr.Many, LA 71449(318) 256-2489(877) 456-5823ww.shadyoaklogcabins.com

Southern Leisure Park **114 Southern Leisure Rd.Many, LA 71449Off LA Hwy 6West of Many(318) 256-3453

South Toledo Bend State ParkCabins & RV120 Bald Eagle Rd.Anacoco, LA 71403Off LA Hwy 191 near dam(337) 286-9075www.lastateparks.com

Starlite Motel *Recently refurbished motel160 Fisher Rd.Many, LA 71449Reservations (318) 256-1200or (800) 513-2701Info: (318) 256-0515 • www.hotelmany.com

Toledo Bend Resort **RV & cabins350 Toledo Resort Dr.Anacoco, LA 714032 mi. north of damon LA 191(337) 286-9257 • www.toledobendresort.com

Toledo Town Inn **Recently refurbished motel12027 Texas Hwy.Many, LA 71449On Hwy 6, west of Many(318) 256-0540 or (888) 686-5336

Tranquility Bay ***RV & cabins69 Yonker Dr.Zwolle, LA 71486On LA 1215 west(318) 645-6551 • www.tranquilitybayla.com

Turtle Beach Lodge ***Cabins3017 Turtle Beach Rd.Many, LA 71449 • Off LA 191(318) 256-5595www.turtlebeach.sabinenet.com

Wildwood Lodge ***Lodge, Conference center, cabins129 Wildwood Dr.Zwolle, LA 71486(318) 645-6114 or(800) 341-3668www.wildwood-resort.com

Golf Tee times for Cypress Bendor Emerald Hills can be arrangedfrom any of the accommodations.

Wireless internet is available in the parking areas of theSabine Parish Libraries at the Many and the Toledo Town locations.

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Cypress BendGolf Resort &Conference CenterLocated on Toledo Bend Lake(318) 590-1500 or (877) 519-5000www.cypressbend.com• 11,000 sq.ft. of meeting &

function space• 3,432 sq.ft. outdoor pavilion• 4 break out rooms• Business Center• Wireless Internet service• State of Art 82 seat amphitheater• 18 hole golf course• 95 luxurious guest rooms• Complete Spa and Salon• Restaurant & social room on site

with full catering & banquetservices

Emerald HillsGolf ResortLocated across fromHodges Gardens(318) 586-4661 or(800) 533-5031www.emeraldhillsresort.com• 4500 sq.ft. of meeting facilities• 600 sq.ft. room above Mulligan’s Grill• 1300 sq.ft. activity center• 800 sq.ft. outdoor pavilion• 101 rooms, 8 suites & 18 condos• 18 hole golf course• Mulligan’s Grill• Catering available

Wildwood ResortVery comfortable,relaxed lakefront setting(318) 645-6114 or(800) 341-3668www.wildwood-resort.com• 7500 sq.ft. conference center, 8 BR• 2100 sq.ft. conference center,

5 suites• Wireless Internet service• 39 1-4 BR room cabins• Great children’s activities• Ropes course• Catering available

North ToledoBend State ParkWonderful naturesetting on Toledo Bend(318) 645-4715 or (888) 677-6400www.lastateparks.com• 480 sq. ft. outdoor pavilion• 892 sq. ft. in group camp lodge& meeting space

• Large commercial kitchenavailable to group

• 10 cabins & 63 RV pads• Off-site catering can be arranged

Toledo Bend Lake Country offers a large selection of settings that will facilitate and supportconventions, weddings, business meetings, retreats and family reunions. Golfing packagesand fishing guides for groups can be arranged at all facilities.

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South ToledoBend State ParkWonderful naturesetting at Dam site(337) 286-9075www.lastateparks.com• 800 sq. ft. of

meeting space• 19 cabins &

55 RV pads• Catering can be arranged

Bass HavenResortSouth end of lake(337) 286-9239www.basshavenresort.com• 2242 sq. ft.

meeting area on water• Restaurant, lake view• Adjacent to South Toledo Bend

State Park• 8 rooms, 12 cabins &

1-3 BR lodge

Cypress Bend Park (SRA # 11)Located at mid-lakearea off Hwy 191(318) 256-4118 or(800) 259-5253www.srala-toledo.com• 5000 sq. ft.

outdoor pavilion on water• 7 cabins and 62 RV pads,

8 rental RV’s• Beach areas• Adjacent to Cypress Bend

Golf Resort & Conference Center

Bridge BayResortLocated near PendletonBridge off Hwy 6(318) 256-6604www.toledo-bend.net/bridgebay• 1200 sq. ft. outdoor pavilion• 6 rooms, 22 cabins & 1-5 BR Lodge• Fisherman’s Galley Restaurant

located next door

Griffin LodgeLocated on Toledo BendLake off Hwy 6(318) 645-9455www.griffinlodge.com• 1200 sq. ft. meeting area• 1-6 BR cabin & 1-4 BR Lodge• Beautiful lake view• Catering available

San Miguel ParkLocated off Hwy 191,five miles south of Zwolle(318) 256-4114 or(800) 259-5253www.srala-toledo.com• 1400 sq ft of

enclosed pavilion w/kitchen• 5000 sq ft outdoor pavilion w/kitchen• 19 cabins• 40 RV pads

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Bass Haven RestaurantWaterfront restaurant, 1 mile north of dam664 Bass Haven Dr. • Anacoco, La(337) 286-9239 or (888) 286-9239

Big Bass MarinaRestaurantMid-lake area363 Big Bass Ln.Many, La(318) 586-4721

Curtis’ Grocery & DeliMid-lake area, 7 mi north of damCorner of Hwy 473 & Hwy 191Florien, La • (318) 565-4674

Cypress Dining RoomLake View, Fine Dining2000 Cypress Bend PkwyMany, La(318) 590-1500

Down HomeToledo Town area, Flavorful Home Cooking12049 Texas Hwy. • Many, La(318) 256-9989

El Giro MexicanRestaurantToledo Town area11838 Texas Hwy.Many, La • (318) 256-1338

Fisherman’sGalley RestaurantToledo Town area14934 Texas Hwy.Many, La • (318) 256-0757

Pendleton PlantationFamily Restaurant, Toledo Town area14137 Texas Hwy. • Many, La(318) 256-6566

Pirate’s Cove Marina& RestaurantMid-lake area, 7 mi north of dam1567 Carribean Dr. • Florien, La(318) 565-4467

Bryce’s LandingSteaks and SeafoodHwy 21 EastMilam, Texas(409) 625-3286

Town of ManyBurger King495 San Antonio Ave. • Many, La(318) 256-6623

Country Boy RestaurantFried Chicken & SeafoodCorner of N. Highland & Fisher RdMany, La • (318) 256-3953

Dairy Queen Brazier200 Fisher Rd. • Many, La.(318) 256-5601

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Dew Drop Inn BBQ750 Sycamore St. • Many, La(318) 256-0400

Kim’s Oriental Kitchen175 Fisher Rd. • Many, La(318) 256-0128

McDonald’s295 San Antonio Ave. • Many, La(318) 256-0047

Pearl’s PlaceHome Cooking • 640 San Antonio Ave.Many, La • (318) 256-5508

Pizza Hut330 Fisher Rd. • Many, La(318) 256-5625

Smokehouse BBQ805 Hwy 171 Bypass • Many, La(318) 256-9080

Sonic Drive In520 San Antonio Ave. • Many, La(318) 590-9196

Southern Classic Chicken190 San Antonio Ave. • Many, La(318) 590-0070

Subway Sadwiches & Salads245 Elizabeth St. • Many, La(318) 256-6885

South of Many/FlorienMulligan’s Bar & Grill@ Emerald Hills Golf Resort42618 Hwy 171 • Florien, La(318) 586-4661

Zwolle areaBill & Sissy’s RestaurantHome Cooking1135 Obrie St. • Zwolle, La(318) 645-9288

Dairy Queen Brazier2119 Obrie St. • Zwolle, La(318) 645-6111

Lakefront Grocery & DeliHot Tamales, Eggrolls, Burgers, etc3605 Hwy 1215 • Zwolle, La(318) 645-6389

Mi Casa Mexican Restaurant2243 Port Arthur St. • Zwolle, La(318) 645-4473

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Clothing & Accessories

J B’s Family Clothing660 San Antonio Ave. • Many, LA(318) 256-3838

K & W Clothing/FormalWear-Rental & Sales7780 San Antonio Ave.Many, LA • (318) 256-2392

The Hitchin’ Post/Western Wear745 San Antonio Ave.Many, LA • (318) 256-5326

Selma’s Fashion/Merle NormanGift Shop174 San Antonio Ave.Many, LA • (318) 256-5588

Variety Stores

Fred’s Discount Store/PharmacyWright’s Shopping Center200 Elizabeth St. Many, LA(318) 256-3682

Wal-Mart Store/Pharmacy155 San Antonio Ave. • Many, LA(318) 256-9207

Antiques

Armadillo JunctionAntique Shop8800 Texas Hwy.Many, LA • (318) 256-3477

Buckley’s CollectiblesToledo Town area(Hwy 6 West)Many, LA • (318) 481-0432

Ole Mill Store729 4L Dr. • Fisher, LA 71426(Off US Hwy. 171 between HodgesGardens & Many) • (318) 590-1212

Whistle Stop Flea Market842 4L Dr. • (off US Hwy. 171 betweenHodges Gardens & Many)(Located in old train depot) • Fisher, LA

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Gifts & Jewelry

Lou’s Candle & Gift Shop1775 San Antonio Ave. • Many, LA(318) 256-5627

NicholsGifts/Interiors/Sporting GoodsWright’s Shopping Center252 Elizabeth St.Many, LA(318) 256-2931

Threads by DebraNative American Jewelry & GiftsHwy. 6 in Many • 192 Texas Hwy.Many, LA • (318) 256-0490

Reflection Gifts& InteriorsEast of Many on Hwy 61841 Natchitoches Hwy.Many, LA • (318) 256-0355

Russell’s Jewelry635 San Antonio Ave. • Many, La(318) 256-5123

Good-Buys Supply CompanyOff Hwy 6 West • 75 Tarver DrMany, LA • (318) 256-2182

Heartfelt Treasures577 N Nolan Trace • Florien, La(318) 586-4871

Hodges Gardens Gift Store1000 Hodges Lp. • Florien, LA(318) 586-3523

GTOS24142 Hwy 191 • Zwolle, LA318-645-7673

Landscaping & Garden

Water’s Edge Nursery& LandscapeToledo Town area12315 Texas HwyMany, La(318) 256-1222

Family Farm & Garden Supply1545 San Antonio Ave. • Many, La(318) 256-3167

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Furniture

Hancock Furniture CompanyFurniture/Bedding/Television/Appliances615 San Antonio Ave. • Many, LA(318) 256-2131

LaFitte’s Home FurnishingsNear Many Post Office515 Church St. • Many, LA(318) 256-9252

Morris Furniture & ApplianceHwy 6 West • 268 Texas HwyMany, LA(318) 256-5634 • (800) 264-5634

Williams BrothersHome FurnishingsHwy 171 South in Many915 Fisher RdMany, LA(318) 256-2068www.williamsbrosfurniture.com

Interior Design

Drouet InteriorsInterior decorating/supplies, pottery, rockJust south of Toledo Town area30425 Hwy 191 • Many, LA(318) 590-1300

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ManyIn the heart of Toledo Bend Lake

Country is the town of Many, Louisiana.Many (pronounced “Manee”) offers richhistory, diverse culture, and a boomingeconomy. The town, founded in 1843 andnamed for Colonel John B. Many, offers themodern conveniences of a large city whileretaining the charm and safety of a smallsouthern town. The shopping hub ofSabine Parish, Many offers businesses,shops, and restaurants. The nearbyHart Memorial Airport has been renovatedto include a new, up-to-date terminal,new security features, and a newly overlaid,extended runway. Many is proud of itschurches and dedicated congregations

-- three churches have over of 150 years ofcontinuous service to the community. Manyis also home to an excellent medical facility,Sabine Medical Center, equipped withup-to-date equipment and a highly trainedmedical staff. Various medical clinics aresituated in town, along with pharmacies,an ambulance service, and a 911 system.Contact Many City Hall at (318) 256-4004or visit www.townofmany.com.

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ZwolleZwolle, Louisiana, population about 1,800, has

a unique and colorful heritage.The early influence of Native Americans as well

as African-American, French and Spanish settlersis reflected in the local culture.

Located on U.S. Highway 171 near the centerof Sabine Parish, Zwolle (pronounced Zwa’-lee)is a small town that hosts three big Louisianafestivals each year. The Choctaw Apache IndianPow-wow is held the first week in May. The ZwolleTamale Fiesta is held the second weekend inOctober and the Zwolle Loggers and ForestryFestival is held the second weekend in May.

Zwolle’s proximity to Toledo Bend Lake makesit an ideal stop for fisherman and water sportsenthusiasts. Abundant woods and forests nearbymake it equally attractive to hunters.

No visit to Zwolle would be complete without asampling of its famous Zwolle TAMALES—the bestthat can be found anywhere.

E B’s Tamale Co1017 N Main StZwolle, La 71486(318) 645-9086

Lakefront Grocery& Deli3605 Hwy 1215Zwolle, La 71486(318) 645-6389

Rebecca’s18851 Hwy 191Zwolle, La 71486(318) 645-6865

L & W Tamales1347 Oak StZwolle, La 71486(318) 645-6407

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FisherThe picturesque

sawmill Village ofFisher still reflectsthe nostalgic past ofa by-gone era andgives visitors thefeeling of stepping back in time. Built in1889 by Louisiana Longleaf LumberCompany, the Company owned the entireVillage. The Company buildings that survivetoday are some of the finest examples to befound of the lumber industries ownhandiwork. The Village is on the NationalRegister of Historic Places.

Located 6 miles south of Many, Louisianaon US Highway 171.

FlorienFlorien is a small town about ten

miles south of Many. Three popularattractions are the Corley Log Cabin,the Dover House, and the Tree Chair.

The Corley cabin is a two-story housebuilt of hand hewn long leaf pine logs.The house was built in 1859 and isbelieved to be the oldest residentialstructure in the area.

Dover House was built soon afterWorld War I and indicates the area’srich timber history. The Tree Chair isone of Florien’s most unique landmarks– a metal porch chair that was left leaningagainst a small oak tree and has become,over time, engulfed by the tree.

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Pleasant HillPleasant Hill is well known to

Civil War buffs due to its prominencein the war. It was the site of the lastConfederate victory. Each April, are-enactment of the Battle of PleasantHill is staged, with thousands of visitorsflocking to the site to relive a piece ofLouisiana history.

ConverseConverse is the northern most town

of Sabine Parish. The oil boom in the1920’s made Converse, a railroad town,the trading and shopping center of the

area. The 1920’s oil bust, closely followedby the Depression took its toll, however.

Today, the Converse community spirithas prevailed and visitors find it a smalltown with big heart.

EbarbVisitors to Ebarb will notice the

multicultural flavor that has thrivedin the town since being settled by theFrench and Spanish. The combinationof European and Indian ancestry makesEbarb rich in culture, history and folklore.The Choctaw-Apache Tribe of Ebarb is thesecond largest in the state.

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PendletonBridge

To Hemphillon Hwy. 84

ToNatchitoches

To Logansport

Toledo Bend Dam

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For Additional Information

Sabine Parish Tourist Commission1601 Texas Hwy.Many, Louisiana 71449(318) 256-5880(800) [email protected]

Toledo Bend Tourist Center15091 Texas Hwy.Many, La 71449-5718(318) 256-4114(800) 259-5253

This publication provided for visitors to Sabine Parish, Louisiana bythe Sabine Parish Tourist Commission. Copyright: © January, 2008.