Recreation in Franklin, Louisiana

State Parks

Cypremont Point State Park 337-867-4510
306 Beach Lane, Franklin, LA 70538
If it is a water-related activity - sailing, pleasure boating, fishing, swimming, water skiing, wind surfing - then you can enjoy it at Cypremont Point. more info map

Bayou Teche National Wildlife Refuge 985-853-1078
10816 A Highway 182 East, Franklin, LA 70538
The endangered Louisiana black bear is relatively abundant throughout the refuge. Other wildlife species of interest include alligators, wading birds, ducks and bald... more info
Big Lake Wildlife Management Area 337-757-4571
Located in Franklin, Madison, and Tensas Parishes, Franklin, LA 71334
12 Miles East of Gilbert
Offers 19,231 acres of hardwoods with several small lakes and bayous. Visitors can enjoy hiking, birding, hunting, and fishing while visiting. more info map

Broken Pine Golf & Country Club 337-828-2572
167 Belleview Lane, Franklin, LA 70538
A semi-private, nine-hole course open from 7 a.m. to dusk. There is a snack bar in the clubhouse and swimming pool. more info map