One of the most interesting areas in this parish is where the beautiful Tangipahoa River empties into Lake Pontchartrain. As it enters the lake, the river water loses its velocity, creating a sand bar that prohibits deep-draft vessels from entering.Millions of white rangia clam shells have been washed up along the shoreline over the centuries, creating a picturesque landscape. These blac...
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