Bayou Pigeon Landing

Bayou Pigeon Landing provides convenient access to the Atchafalaya Basin in Plaquemine, located off Highway 75 on Bayou Pigeon Road, just across the levee. The facility features multiple boat launch lanes and wood piers designed to make launching, retrieving, and bank fishing accessible for paddlers and motorboaters of all experience levels. Nearby amenities include fuel and bait shops, making this an ideal staging point for extended excursions into the Basin.

As the primary gateway into the Atchafalaya Basin, this landing is well-suited for kayakers and canoeists seeking wildlife viewing and fishing opportunities in a productive freshwater ecosystem. The facility has been upgraded through the Atchafalaya Basin Program to accommodate growing user demand. When arriving, turn right after crossing the bridge—the ramp entrance is located just after the pavement ends. Parking is available on-site, making this a practical base for day trips or longer explorations into the Basin's waterways.