Highway 59 Bridge

The Highway 59 Bridge boat ramp provides access to the Pearl River, a major river system flowing 435 miles toward the Gulf of Mexico. This is a substantial waterway with an average flow of over 13,000 cubic feet per second and moderate current of approximately 3.7 feet per second, making it suitable for experienced paddlers and motorboaters. The ramp itself has been improved with a two-lane concrete launch and wooden docks, offering better access than older gravel facilities.

Paddlers and boaters should be aware that the Pearl River in this section maintains a notable gradient and consistent current. This access point is located approximately 434 miles upstream from the river mouth, placing it in a region popular for both recreational boating and fishing. The site is situated in St. Tammany Parish, convenient to the Bogue Chitto National Wildlife Refuge, which straddles the Louisiana-Mississippi border along the Pearl River. Basic amenities appear limited at this location, so plan accordingly with supplies and do not rely on on-site services.