Bilbo Cemetery
This creepy, yet oddly beautiful cemetery is home to one of the founding fathers of Lake Charles.

📜 Historic cemetery in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
🔍 Final resting place of John Jacob Ryan, 'Father of Lake Charles'.

Why Go

👻 Experience a creepy yet beautiful atmosphere with statues of children🏛️ See old crypts and a large Jesus statue🚶 Explore one of Louisiana's oldest cemeteries🌊 Unique location just off the water's edge🇺🇸 Houses remains of early 19th-century war veterans🌳 Listed on the National Historic Registry

Why Avoid

⚠️ Appears to be slowly sinking into the lake🚧 No sign, deteriorated gate

Tips

🚶 Stay along the path when walking through📍 Jesus statue visible from I-10 and Veterans Memorial Blvd🅿️ Park along Veterans Memorial Blvd

🅿️ ParkingRoadside parking available.

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