St. Tammany Staycation

ST. TAMMANY STAYCATION

Have a staycation in your own backyard to kick-off spring in St. Tammany Parish. Spring on the Louisiana northshore is blooming with good times and sunshine.

Photo & Copy by: St. Tammany Parish Tourist & Convention Commission

Start your day with breakfast at Liz’s Where Y’at Diner. Liz’s is a popular spot on the Northshore, both for its food and the spunky owner, Liz Munson. Indulge in great pancakes, several varieties of eggs Benedict, fried green tomatoes or shrimp remoulade.

After a bountiful breakfast, rent a bike from Brooks’ Bikes/Trikes & Beyond or bring your own to peddle along the Tammany Trace, a 31-mile bike path that connects five Northshore communities. Take the route to Abita Springs and stop into the Abita Brew Pub for appetizers, burgers and beers.

When you return to Mandeville, make sure to visit the Mandeville lakefront for a picturesque view of Lake Pontchartrain. Take a stroll and stop at boutiques, such as Cameo and Wild Osprey Gallery & Gifts, and antique stores, like Tallulah’s Vintage Market, that line Girod Street.

As the day comes to a close, enjoy sipping on one of the many craft beer choices at The Barley Oak before having dinner at Pat’s Rest Awhile next door. Pat’s Rest Awhile offers delightful dishes, such as Gulf Fish Almondine, Marinated Hanger Steak or the Double Cut Pork Chop.

Book a room at the Blue Heron B&B to relax and unwind after an adventurous day. This charming accommodation offers cozy seating on the porch, in-room essential oil diffusers and is steps away from the Mandeville Lakefront.