Crying Eagle Lakefront
Lake Charles is on the move with new developments and lakefront attractions. One of the major attractions that will land on the lake is Crying Eagle Brewery’s lakefront location. It will be a gem right along the shores of Lake Charles with food, music, and local craft brews with a gorgeous view of evening sunsets. Right next door is Port Wonder, which serves as a children’s museum and science center to learn about the unique ecosystem of Southwest Louisiana. This world-class facility has a futuristic design and is the perfect complement for families traveling to the area.
Lake Area Adventures & Paul’s Rib Shack
Another development is a dual partnership between Lake Area Adventures and Paul’s Rib Shack with kayak, paddle boarding, and watersport activity rentals right along the shores of Lake Charles. Paul’s Rib Shack will provide tasty barbecue to complement hungry paddlers who have worked up an appetite.
Pinderosa Park Recreation Complex
This new recreation complex located in Westlake, Louisiana will feature 1,000 feet of lazy river, a 3,100 square foot splash pad, four fume slides, along with 7,000 square feet of concessions. Construction is expected to wrap up in 2025 with a public opening shortly thereafter.
New Mardi Gras Museum of Imperial Calcasieu
The original Mardi Gras Museum, housed inside Central School Arts & Humanities Center, provided a space where people could experience the magic of Mardi Gras year-round from 1998 until the devastation in 2020 caused by Hurricane Laura. To advance the museum into the future, a new Mardi Gras Museum is currently under construction in the heart of the Nellie Lutcher Cultural District at 641 Enterprise Blvd. Opening in late 2025, the new attraction will include a 6,000 square foot museum with versatile applications. This project is also helping kickstart an economic revitalization for the entire area as part of the SWLA Community Foundation’s Just Imagine SWLA Resilience Master Plan. Read More
