Hodges Gardens is an absolute gem, indeed the finest place to visit in central Louisiana. Located literally in the middle of nowhere, it is a gigantic complex with magnificently planted flowers, hills, rock outcroppings, wooded areas, charming 1950s giftshop, rose gardens, waterfalls, and even two islands! This is such a wonderful place that when I lived here I always bought a season pass and would come here every weekened to decompress. Thank you Mr. and Mrs. Hodges for leaving such a great legacy, and thanks to the great state of Louisiana for maintaining it!