Even though we are one of the flattest states in the union, there is still an amazing array of water features in our state. Where? The area formerly known as Sicily Island WMA , now known as J.C. “Sonny” Gilbert WMA, is the place to go. The WMA can be found between Monroe and Alexandria, just west of Sicily Island. Let’s explore it:

There are a number of trails to choose from in this special area…

Facebook.com / Caleb Lupo …and thousands of acres to explore.

The Big Creek Hiking Trail is seven miles of mature mixed-pine hardwoods.

Facebook.com / Caleb Lupo Smaller falls and cascades dot the area.

But the largest waterfall, Rock Falls, can be found on the Rock Fall Trail.

Rock Falls, pictured here, is said to be 17ft tall and estimated to be the tallest in the state.

Facebook.com / Zach Rodriguez For Louisiana, these falls are simply amazing.

Lots of amazing wildlife can also be found in the WMA…

Facebook.com / Ann Bloxom Smith …including this Canebrake Rattler.

Facebook.com / Mendy Gossett This Great Blue Heron was captured in the sky.

There is even a known population of Louisiana black bears in the area.

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But the falls are truly the reason to come.

Facebook.com / Ann Bloxom Smith There’s just nothing like it anywhere else in the state.

Facebook.com / Ann Bloxom Smith Many hikers come to enjoy the natural beauty.

You can even watch a beautiful sunset there.

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So, for the adventurers out there, check out this beautiful waterfall and the surrounding areas. It will be an amazing trip.

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…and thousands of acres to explore.

Smaller falls and cascades dot the area.

Rock Falls, pictured here, is said to be 17ft tall and estimated to be the tallest in the state.

Facebook.com / Zach Rodriguez

For Louisiana, these falls are simply amazing.

Facebook.com / Ann Bloxom Smith

…including this Canebrake Rattler.

Facebook.com / Mendy Gossett

This Great Blue Heron was captured in the sky.

Facebook.com / Pete Cooper

Keep your wits about you!

There’s just nothing like it anywhere else in the state.

Many hikers come to enjoy the natural beauty.

Facebook.com / Cathy Fillingim Thompson

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