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Light of setting sun on An open path of water through lily pads and cypress trees on Caddo Lake on border of Louisiana and Texas.
Light of setting sun on An open path of water through lily pads and cypress trees on Caddo Lake on border of Louisiana and Texas.
#LifeAtExpedia #Texas #CaddoLake This is one of the places in east Texas that not many Texans know of. This was my third visit to this place and I was still amazed with the beauty I could see in a place like Texas. It's just 4 hours drive from Austin and 2.5 hours drive from Dallas towards East. What makes this place special is cypress trees in the lake and their beautiful reflections. You get a different flavor in each season - greens all around in spring and summer, different colors in fall and a brown cover in winters. Also, you would be in for a treat if you are a bird lover. Get up early in the morning and you could hear several birds chirping. Tips: 1. Avoid visiting this place in summer as it's still Texas and it gets very hot and humid during that time. 2. Instead of booking a hotel in Karnack town, get a vacation rental (go Vrbo) in "Uncertain" -- yes, that's the name of the place. Most vacation rentals have a minimum of two night stays so plan the trip accordingly.
NEW WATER FRONT cabin on North Caddo Lake- private boat launch, dock, much more!

NEW WATER FRONT cabin on North Caddo Lake- private boat launch, dock, much more!

Vivian LA
Stay at this cabin in Vivian. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attraction Earl G Williamson Park is located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (98 reviews)
It’s a beautiful home. Very clean and comfortable. Only downside was the Salvinia covering the water, that killed the view. No fault of anyone. Just nature. I would still go back!

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

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NEW WATER FRONT cabin on North Caddo Lake- private boat launch, dock, much more!
Margaritaville Resort Casino

Margaritaville Resort Casino

4 out of 5
777 Margaritaville Way Bossier City LA
The price is NZ$199 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
NZ$199
17 Feb - 18 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Bossier City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,315 reviews)
Room not ready at check in time.

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Margaritaville Resort Casino
Sam's Town Hotel & Casino, Shreveport

Sam's Town Hotel & Casino, Shreveport

3.5 out of 5
315 Clyde Fant Parkway Shreveport LA
The price is NZ$157 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
NZ$157
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Shreveport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,812 reviews)
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Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Sam's Town Hotel & Casino, Shreveport
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NEW WATER FRONT cabin on North Caddo Lake- private boat launch, dock, much more!

NEW WATER FRONT cabin on North Caddo Lake- private boat launch, dock, much more!

Vivian LA
Stay at this cabin in Vivian. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attraction Earl G Williamson Park is located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (98 reviews)
It’s a beautiful home. Very clean and comfortable. Only downside was the Salvinia covering the water, that killed the view. No fault of anyone. Just nature. I would still go back!

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

NEW WATER FRONT cabin on North Caddo Lake- private boat launch, dock, much more!
One of a Kind-Get Away/Big Cypress Bayou Near Jefferson&Caddo

One of a Kind-Get Away/Big Cypress Bayou Near Jefferson&Caddo

Karnack TX
Stay at this holiday home in Karnack. Enjoy a fitness centre, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Caddo Lake State Park and Clear Lake are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (305 reviews)
Awesome and impressive place! Coach was very friendly and made us feel right at home

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

One of a Kind-Get Away/Big Cypress Bayou Near Jefferson&Caddo
Keepin It Reel on Caddo Lake (Houseboat)

Keepin It Reel on Caddo Lake (Houseboat)

Uncertain TX
Stay at this houseboat in Karnack. Enjoy a pool table, cable/satellite TV service and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Caddo Lake State Park and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
Perfect getaway! Quiet, Clean and everything you need. Host responds quickly.

Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Keepin It Reel on Caddo Lake (Houseboat)
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Big Sandy Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Big Sandy Island during your travels in Vivian.

Big Sandy Island

Frog Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Frog Island during your travels in Vivian.

Frog Island

Big Green Break

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Big Green Break during your travels in Vivian.

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Cities near Vivian

Light of setting sun on An open path of water through lily pads and cypress trees on Caddo Lake on border of Louisiana and Texas.

Mooringsport

Beautiful in the Fall.

Karnack

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