Louisiana adds all-terrain wheelchair option for use in state parks

Louisiana's parks just became a little more accessible for people with mobility challenges.

Driving the news: Louisiana State Parks now have an all-terrain, electric-powered track wheelchair available for public use.

• Fontainebleau State Park in Mandeville has the first chair in the state.
• Bogue Chitto State Park in Franklinton will get the next one.

How it works: The special chairs are designed to be used on park trails that are not suitable for conventional wheelchairs.

• The chairs need to be reserved online at least 48 hours in advance.
• They are free to use, and the state is waiving the online transaction fee.
• Helmets and eye protection are required.
• A companion 18 years or older is required.

Read more about the program