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 Welcome to Louisiana's Northshore
Welcome to St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana’s Northshore. We’re 45 minutes north of New Orleans – and a world away. The Northshore is the natural choice for families, foodies, nature lovers, golfers and art enthusiasts. Come enjoy our great attractions, relaxed atmosphere and fantastic dining (we’ll feed you well). Find fun and funky festivals, eclectic shopping, and urban pleasures in communities surrounded by beautiful green spaces. Cycle the Tammany Trace or take a swamp tour, gallery-hop, hunt antiques and enjoy a wine tasting – we offer a feast for all the senses.
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Great spots to picnic on the Northshore
Spread a blanket in one of our lovely parks
 It doesn’t have to be a holiday to have a picnic. Celebrate the great outdoors any time the weather’s nice. Pack a basket (or just pick up poboys and cold drinks) and set out to explore one of the Northshore’s pretty picnic spots. You’ll find plenty of shade as well as picnic tables and lovely scenery at St. Tammany Parish’s two state parks – Fontainebleau, off Highway 190 in Mandeville, and Fairview-Riverside on Highway 22 in Madisonville. Other picnic sites include Bogue Falaya Park in downtown Covington,and Heritage Park and John Slidell Park, both in Slidell.
| Check out the new LouisianaNorthshore.com
Redesigned website makes its debut
 You’re among the first to see our brand-new website! More than just a redesign, the new site was launched this week and is intended to reflect the vibrant, positive energy of the Northshore. We’re full of surprises; discover some of them here. You'll find slideshows (like the Dining one shown at left), Google Earth tours, informative articles, listings and everything you need to plan a family vacation or girlfriend getaway, romantic retreat or action-packed outdoor adventure, business conference or family reunion. Thanks for visiting the site; we hope you’ll come see us soon.
| New Fontainebleau cabins prove popular
Visitors love cabins built on the lake
 Fontainebleau State Park, on the shores of Lake Pontchartrain in Mandeville, debuted its 10 new vacation cabins in late spring and already bookings extend well into next year. The lovely cabins rent for $90 a night and sleep up to 8 people, with two bedrooms, full baths, living room, kitchen/dining area and a lakeside porch. The cabins are built out over the water, providing sea breezes and a view of the Pontchartrain. Fontainebleau also features camping areas, a walking trail, the ruins of a 19th-century sugar mill and is minutes away from restaurants and shopping in Old Mandeville.
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Current EventsClick on an underlined date in the calendar to read about that date's event. Les Misérables, School EditionA Musical Drama based on the novel by Victor Hugo.
43rd Juried Artists Exhibition - Exhibition DatesThe Summer Show of the Juried Art Exhibition is put on by the St. Tammany Art Association
Les MiserablesThis performance recounts the struggle againts adversity in 19th century France. This play is performed entirely by students.
Columbia Street Block PartyColumbia Street Block parties are held the last Friday of each month. The parties are open to the public and free.
Jammin' on the TraceThis event is fun and features the teenage battle of the bands.
Art Chaud presented by Brunner GalleryArt Chaud Exhibit presented by Brunner Gallery from July 12 - August 2.
Lecture and Book Signing with Melissa SmithMelissa Smith will be on site at the St. Tammany Parish Library in Slidell signing copies of "Historic Photos of New Orleans"
City of Mandeville: Artists of the MonthArtist of the Month program includes paintings, prints, ceramic tiles and mixed media.
Basket Weaving WorkshopJoin the Interpretive Ranger on July 24 to learn one of the oldest crafts known to humankind. The beginners' basket weaving workshop will cover the history and techniques of this craft....
Christmas in July at World GalleryWorld Gallery is a fair trade, non-profit store and cafe that sells beautiful, hand-made items from around the world. The items are made by people in third world or developing...
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