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Access Site LA

White Oak Park

Calcasieu River • Bayou Serpent

Source: louisiana_department_of_wildlife_and_fisheries Updated 1 year ago

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City: Lake Charles, LA
County: Calcasieu Parish
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 30.29646300, -93.11783200
5584 River Rd, Lake Charles, LA 70615, USA
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Calcasieu River at Highway 171 at Moss Bluff, LA Same River 4.3 mi away
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West Fork Calcasieu River at Moss Bluff, LA Same River 7.8 mi away
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About This Access Site
White Oak Park offers a public boat launch providing convenient access to the freshwater Calcasieu River in Lake Charles. Located just 4 miles off Interstate 10 (take I-210 east from Lake Charles), this scenic access point is ideal for kayakers, canoeists, and small boat operators. The park features an Acadian-style pavilion and is a popular spot for anglers targeting bass and panfish in the river's productive freshwater ecosystem.

The access site operates during extended daylight hours and includes amenities such as a playground and picnic facilities, making it suitable for both day trips and family outings. The Calcasieu River at this location offers good paddling opportunities through Southwest Louisiana's natural landscape. Whether you're planning a fishing expedition or a leisurely paddle, White Oak Park provides well-maintained facilities and a straightforward launch into the river's west fork.