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Access Site LA

Old Highway 1

Bayou Lafourche • Bayou Pierre Et Lee • Southwestern Louisiana Canal

Source: louisiana_oil_spill_coordinators_office Updated 1 year ago

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City: Golden Meadow, LA
County: Lafourche Parish
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 29.25226000, -90.21354000
24312 LA-1, Golden Meadow, LA 70357, USA
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GIWW West of Bayou Lafourche at Larose, LA Same River 24.5 mi away
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Southwestern Louisiana Canal East of Leeville, LA 4.5 mi away
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Barataria Pass at Grand Isle, LA 16.2 mi away
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About This Access Site
The Old Highway 1 boat ramp provides convenient access to Bayou Lafourche near Golden Meadow in lower Lafourche Parish. This is a straightforward launch point for kayakers, canoeists, and recreational boaters looking to explore this iconic Louisiana waterway. The ramp is located under the LA-1 bridge, making it easy to find and access.

Bayou Lafourche is a slow-moving, flat-water bayou ideal for paddling and recreational boating. The area around Golden Meadow offers typical Cajun bayou scenery with natural wetland settings. This access point works well for paddlers of all skill levels interested in exploring the bayou's wildlife and natural environment. Nearby, the town of Lockport features cultural attractions including a 440-foot elevated wetlands boardwalk and the Center for Traditional Louisiana Boat Building if you're interested in extending your visit to learn more about the region's unique boat-building heritage.