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Monroe

The 238-acre University of Louisiana at Monroe campus on Bayou DeSiard was founded in 1931 and has more than 9,000 students.

The Ouachita River separates Monroe from neighboring West Monroe. A boat launch at Forsythe Park, at the junction of Riverside Drive and Forsythe Avenue, provides access. Additional recreational facilities, including a jogging path and children's park, are also featured; phone (318) 329-2523. About 9 miles east at 8475 Millhaven Rd. is Chennault Park, with a paved walking trail and Frisbee golf area. Both parks have picnic areas.

Visitor Centers

Monroe Chamber of Commerce 212 Walnut St. Monroe, LA 71201. Phone:(318)323-3461

Shopping

The Pecanland Mall , 4700 Millhaven Rd., features nearly 90 stores, including Belk, Dillard's and JCPenney.

Things to Do

The Biedenharn Museum & Gardens

Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge

Chennault Aviation & Military Museum

Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo

Masur Museum of Art

Northeast Louisiana Children's Museum

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