Expansive beaches, world-class fishing, and an exciting array of birds wait to greet you in Grand Isle, Louisiana.

While Louisiana may be known for its swamps and bayous, the state also is home to quite a few beaches. Along Louisiana's Gulf Coast, there are a number of lesser-known, beautiful beaches to be found.

As the Fourth of July approaches with its usual fanfare of fireworks and cookouts, Louisianans may need to think twice before diving into the water at several beaches in the state. This week, health ...