With some terrific day trip options in the surrounding area, renting a car makes sense. Without one, it’d be much harder to experience all that Natchitoches, 50 miles away, has to offer. Soak up the sights starting with Cane River National Heritage Area, Old Courthouse Museum and Historic District Shopping. Located 50 miles away, Nacogdoches is another popular destination. If you swing by, be sure to check out SFA Mast Arboretum, Nacogdoches City Baseball Complex and Pecan Acres Park.