The lore in Louisiana. In the spirit of Halloween, we explore some of the folklore to emerge from the Cajun community in the state. Cities like New Orleans have long been associated with mystery, murder and the macabre, but the bayous along South Louisiana have their own dark stories and creatures. One of the most identifiable stories is of the Rougarou. While most people think of a werewolf-like monster when thinking of the Rougarou, a woman dedicated to preserving Cajun traditions and folklore says the Rougarou can take many forms. I visited her at her family’s home in Cut Off, Louisiana to learn more about the origins of the Rougarou and why the real monsters are often walking among us.
