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| Hike Name:
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Poverty Point State Historic Site |
| Country:
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United States |
| State / Region:
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Louisiana |
| Nearby Town:
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Pioneer |
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| Directions:
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From I-20, take the Delhi exit and travel north of LA 17, east on LA 134 and north on LA 577. |
| Total Hike Distance:
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2.60
miles |
| Hike Difficulty:
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Easy
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| Permit Required:
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No |
| Hike Starts:
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Visitor's Museum |
| Hike Ends:
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Visitor's Museum |
| Trails Used:
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Poverty Point Trail |
| Hike Type:
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Roundtrip, Loop Hike |
| Back Country Campsites:
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No |
| Back Country Water Sources:
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None |
| Management:
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State Park Service |
| Contact Information:
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Poverty Point State Historic Site
6859 Highway 577
Pioneer, Louisiana 71266
318-926-5492
1-888-926-5492) |
| Best Season:
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Winter, Spring, Fall |
| Users:
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Hikers, Dogs |
| Hike Summary:
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This loop hike circles the earthworks of Poverty Pointe State Park and includes a modearate climb up Mound A, which is the highest point in the park. The site features ancient Native American earthworks which date back to 12 centuries before the birth of Christ. The park museum has an audio-visual presentation and numerous artifacts found on the site. An archaeological laboratory, picnic areas, an observation tower, restrooms are also located on the property. |
| Road Conditions:
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Primary Paved Roads, Secondary Paved Roads |
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