Access Site
LA
Lake Providence Port
Source: louisiana_department_of_wildlife_and_fisheries Updated 1 year ago
City: LA
County: East Carroll Parish
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 32.75929400, -91.17340200
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Location
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Mississippi River
1 run
There are no whitewater runs within 50 miles of this access site.
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Difficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Lake Providence Port offers a primitive boat ramp providing access to the Mississippi River in East Carroll Parish. The concrete ramp is built along the old riverbank and generally offers good launching conditions across most water levels, making it a reliable option for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats in the area. Access to the site is via US 65, LA 596, and Bunch's Bend Road.
Paddlers should be aware that this is a major river system—the Mississippi flows at an average velocity of 11.24 feet/second with substantial average discharge of over 685,000 cubic feet per second. The river's broad drainage area (nearly 1 million square miles) means water levels and current conditions can vary significantly. As a primitive facility, amenities may be limited, so plan accordingly. Note that access to the river may be cut off during certain high water conditions around 2000 river miles downriver, so check current conditions before launching. This location provides excellent freshwater fishing opportunities within Louisiana's extensive network of waterways.
Paddlers should be aware that this is a major river system—the Mississippi flows at an average velocity of 11.24 feet/second with substantial average discharge of over 685,000 cubic feet per second. The river's broad drainage area (nearly 1 million square miles) means water levels and current conditions can vary significantly. As a primitive facility, amenities may be limited, so plan accordingly. Note that access to the river may be cut off during certain high water conditions around 2000 river miles downriver, so check current conditions before launching. This location provides excellent freshwater fishing opportunities within Louisiana's extensive network of waterways.