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Access Site LA

Laketown

Lake Ponchartrain

Source: louisiana_oil_spill_coordinators_office Updated 1 year ago

City: Kenner, LA
County: Jefferson Parish
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 30.04085000, -90.23825000
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About This Access Site
Laketown in Kenner provides convenient access to Lake Pontchartrain via four concrete boat launches located where Williams Boulevard meets the lake. This is a well-developed facility ideal for kayakers, canoeists, and recreational boaters. The site features ample parking, restroom facilities, picnic shelters, a fishing pier, and a lighthouse, making it a comfortable starting point for exploring the lake. The location also offers convenient access to nearby artificial reef sites approximately 2.5-3 miles offshore, popular for fishing and marine exploration.

The site is walking distance to amenities along Williams Boulevard and nearby attractions, including the Coconut Beach Volleyball Complex. As a large lake environment, Lake Pontchartrain offers open-water paddling opportunities, though paddlers should be prepared for variable conditions typical of a significant water body. The area's popularity for fishing and boating makes it a lively launch point, particularly on weekends. The site's proximity to New Orleans and the Bonnet Carré Spillway recreation area makes it a gateway to multiple recreational opportunities in the region.
Nearby Recreation Areas
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Bonnet Carre Spillway Located within