Last updated: February 5, 2025
A River and Its People
The Cane River region is home to a unique culture; the Creoles. Generations of the same families of workers, enslaved and tenant, and owners lived on these lands for over 200 years. The park tells their stories and preserves the cultural landscape of Oakland and Magnolia Plantations, two of the most intact Creole cotton plantations in the United States.
Oakland Plantation
Morning sun highlights the oak allée and bottle garden at Oakland Plantation. Learn more about Oakland Plantation.
Magnolia Plantation
The blacksmith shop and live oak allée at Magnolia Plantation. Learn more about Magnolia Plantation.
Texas and Pacific Railway Depot
Explore our first visitor center and the profound history of the Texas and Pacific Railway Depot in Natchitoches, LA,
Operating Hours
Find the most up to date operating hours, and visitor information.
Directions
Read the directions to travel to both Oakland Plantation, and Magnolia Plantation.
Things to Do
Find information on what to do and see at both Oakland Plantation and Magnolia Plantation.