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Oakland Plantation

4.6Google rating(258 reviews)
Oakland Plantation

Known For

A working plantation landscape virtually unchanged since the 19th century

Oakland Plantation is a great-for-photos destination with a charming storefront face and grounds that reward anyone who wanders beyond the obvious angles. It has deep roots as a local favorite for history seekers and landscape photographers alike.

🕐Best time to visit: Spring weekday mornings before the buses roll in

4386 LA-494, Natchez, LA 71456, USA

Our Take

Oakland Plantation delivers that great-for-photos Louisiana grandeur with enough local following to confirm it's not just a pretty facade. It's a solid charming stop with real photographic payoff, especially for visitors who want to understand what makes this corner of Louisiana visually distinct.

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Downtown

4386 LA-494, Natchez, LA 71456, USA

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