Winnfield, Louisiana travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

Winnfield is the county seat of Winn Parish in North Louisiana.

2 sights · 3 places to eat · 2 places to stay

Updated from Wikivoyage on 1 October 2026 · Something wrong or missing? Improve it on Wikivoyage

Best things about Winnfield

Earl K. Long Memorial Park

Small city park containing the tomb of former governor Earl Long, marked by a statue of the man on top.

Louisiana Political Museum & Hall of Fame

A museum honoring Louisiana's leading politicians and political journalists, housed in Winnfield's former railroad depot.

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: Mar–May, Sep–Nov. Summer highs reach about 93°F; winter lows dip to about 35°F. Very hot (Jul, Aug) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Dec and Jan. (climate data from nearby Arcadia)

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
AEX Alexandria International Airport, Alexandria — 42 mi away. Directions
MLU Monroe Regional Airport, Monroe — 54 mi away. Directions
MSY Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, New Orleans — 194 mi away (major hub). Directions

Winnfield is 49 miles south of Alexandria and is only accessible by car. The one highways that run through the town are:

Full “Get in” guide ↓

Budget & where to stay

Places to stay listed here: about $60–$60 a night (typical $65), from 2 listed prices.
Estimated daily budget per person (room, two meals, local transport and an activity): budget ~$100, mid-range ~$140, comfortable ~$230.

See the Sleep guide ↓ for places to stay.

Sample 1-day itinerary

Day 1

Morning Earl K. Long Memorial Park
Lunch Brenda's Chicken
Afternoon Louisiana Political Museum & Hall of Fame
Dinner Wing Den Eatery

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

Cuisine (tap to filter)

What to ask about, for your diet

Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder

Photos

Map

Every listing with a location. Tap a pin for its Google Maps link.

Understand

Winnfield has been home to three Louisiana governors, most notably Huey Long.

Get in

By car

Winnfield is 49 miles south of Alexandria and is only accessible by car. The one highways that run through the town are:

US Highway 167 run concurrently north to south. north going to Ruston and US 167 north to El Dorado, Arkansas. Southbound goes to Pineville, and Alexandria.