Road Trips from Metairie Terrace, LA
Metairie Terrace is a solid launch point for short hops around Louisiana. You've got a few options within an hour, perfect for a quick day trip, including some that get you close to the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. If you're up for a longer drive, there are destinations over 100 miles away that are still manageable within a day. The terrain is mostly highway or a mix, with a consistently high drive score across the board, making most of these straightforward trips.
Total Routes
17
Shortest
0.6h
With Parks Nearby
13
Under 2 hours
Full-day getaway
Weekend trip
10 total in this range
Mansfield, LA
5h 28m292.6 mi one way
Farmerville, LA
5h 51m291.8 mi one way
Minden, LA
6h 22m325.9 mi one way
Bawcomville, LA
5h 16m265.1 mi one way
This is your longest option at 265.1 miles, taking about 5.3 hours. The route is a mix of highway and surface roads with the highest drive score of 9. It's the only pick that also offers proximity to Poverty Point National Monument, making it a unique, longer excursion.
Logansport, LA
5h 59m313.1 mi one way
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Mansfield, LA
5h 28m292.6 mi one way
Farmerville, LA
5h 51m291.8 mi one way
Minden, LA
6h 22m325.9 mi one way
Bawcomville, LA
5h 16m265.1 mi one way
Mansfield, LA
5h 28m292.6 mi one way
Minden, LA
6h 22m325.9 mi one way
Logansport, LA
5h 59m313.1 mi one way
Leesville, LA
4h 50m247.2 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring drives can take advantage of the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park access on many routes, with moderate temperatures for mixed highway and surface road travel.
Summer
Longer highway drives are feasible in summer, though be prepared for heat. The New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park remains accessible on shorter trips.
Fall
Fall offers pleasant weather for exploring destinations near the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park or embarking on longer highway journeys.
Winter
Winter provides mild conditions for all routes, including the longest drives to places like Bawcomville, LA, and easy access to parks.
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