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Located in Iberville Parish near Plaquemine, Louisiana, the Crescent access point provides boat and kayak launch access to Bayou Plaquemine in the heart of the Atchafalaya Basin. To reach the site from Highway 1 in Plaquemine, take LA 75 toward Bayou Sorrell, cross the bridge on the LA 75 spur, turn left onto Bayou Sorrell Road, then take the first gravel road crossing the levee on your right.
The nearby Mark A. "Tony" Gulotta Bayou Plaquemine Waterfront Park offers amenities that complement the access point, including ADA-accessible facilities, restrooms, fishing areas, grills, and picnic pavilions. The site is part of the larger Atchafalaya National Heritage Area, which features twisting bayous and America's largest river swamp—ideal for paddlers seeking scenic exploration. This is a heavily used access point in the basin, making it a reliable option for launching canoes, kayaks, and other boats into Bayou Plaquemine's calm waters.