Exploring South Louisiana – Blue Bayou/Dixie Landin’

For stop number two, we did a little exploring in the state capital, Baton Rouge. Even though the weather station called for thunder storms all day long, we decided to head out to Blue Bayou waterpark anyway. We hadn't been there in over five years so we were really excited and thought it worth the risk. I guess a lot of people saw the forecast as well because when we pulled up into the parking lot the place was a ghost town.
Of course we arrived just as they opened at ten, but on other occasions they already had lines at the door.

We went through the security check at the gates and got our tickets within a couple of minutes, then went through another five minute line to get our season passes. It was a really quick and easy process today.
After we rented a locker and got all our stuff stashed away we headed up the staircases to the waterslides. I’ll be honest here and say I am somewhat a chicken and did not experience all of the rides. I skipped a few in fear of death. I’d have to say my top three favorites rides would be the Voodoo, the Conja, & the Lazy River! Well, maybe the Lazy River isn’t a ride, but lying on a tube while floating down the stream felt amazing.

After a few hours of riding the rides we decided to grab some burgers and fries at the Fuel Dock. The food was pretty good and prices decent. You’re not allowed to bring your own food or drinks in the park, but you can get back into the park once you leave with a hand stamp. So you can make a picnic lunch and leave it in your car if you’re on a tight budget.



After lunch my husband and older kids continued to go on more water slides so I took my 11-year-old, Tracie, to Pirates' Cove, which is a waterpark for children. I laid out in the sun cooking to a crisp, wondering when the rain would come. They do have shade, but I am weird -- I love to sit in the sun.

Two o’clock rolled around and it was time to go gather my family up and head to Dixie Landin, which is the theme park attached to Blue Bayou. The two older girls ran off right away to the roller-coasters and other fast scary rides, while my husband and I rode the smaller rides with Tracie. After spending a few hours at the theme park we all headed back to the waterpark until six, which is when the waterpark closes. The day was absolutely perfect and the rain never did come. Everyone had the most amazing time and we can’t wait to go back again!

Blue Bayou/Dixie Landin is open during the summer months. Check their website for more information on times and prices.


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