Locations

Lakes, Bayous, Streams, Marshland & Even the Gulf!

Glistening waters are in abundance in Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana, perfect for catching that peaceful sunrise or warm sunset. There are miles of beaches, rivers and swamps. In the northern parts of the parish, you'll find piney woods, a two-tier prison and rural towns and farms. Haunted cemeteries and homes can be found in the Lake Charles area. Southwest Louisiana is a growing area with unique cities, towns and rural areas all in its midst.

Rural Settings

Barns and Farm Scenes
Rice fields
Quaint, rural downtown squares
Unspoiled beaches along the Gulf of Mexico
Exotic Fishing & Oil Villages
Alligator Marshes

Historic Mansions and Scenery

National Register Historic District
40 blocks of turn-of-the-century buildings
Mix of grand mansions and working class homes
Massive oak trees throughout

Southwest Louisiana has a variety of different looks. If you don't find what you are looking for here, please contact the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Film Commission at 800-456-7952 or contact Cindy Johnson at cjohnson@visitlakecharles.org, or call 800-456-7952 for customized file pulls.

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Locations

Lakes, Bayous, Streams, Marshland & Even the Gulf!

Rural Settings

Historic Mansions and Scenery

Film Location Scouting