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Access Site LA

Irvin P. Melacon

Bayou Lafourche • Belle Pass

Source: louisiana_oil_spill_coordinators_office Updated 1 year ago

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City: LA
County: Lafourche Parish
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 29.11502850, -90.19115742
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About This Access Site
Located at 841 A.O. Rappelet Road in Port Fourchon, the Irvin P. Melacon Public Recreational Boat Launch offers free public access to Bayou Lafourche. This facility is managed by the Greater Lafourche Port Commission and provides convenient access to one of Louisiana's major waterways for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboaters. The launch is strategically positioned at the end of Port Fourchon, providing direct access to both the bayou and the Gulf of Mexico beyond.

The facility is well-equipped for paddlers and boaters of all types, featuring a dedicated kayak launch area alongside traditional boat ramps. ADA-accessible ramps ensure the site is welcoming to visitors with mobility needs, and elevated restroom facilities are available on-site. This is an ideal put-in point for exploring Bayou Lafourche's waterways, whether you're planning a short paddle through the bayou or venturing toward Gulf fishing grounds.

For more information or to confirm current conditions, contact the Operations Center at (985) 396-2750 or visit the Greater Lafourche Port Commission. The calm bayou waters near this launch make it suitable for paddlers of various skill levels looking to access Louisiana's natural wetlands ecosystem.