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Access Site LA

Old Highway 51 (North)

I-55 canal • North Pass

Source: louisiana_oil_spill_coordinators_office Updated 1 year ago

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City: Akers, LA
County: Tangipahoa Parish
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 30.32137000, -90.40825000
8HCR+GP Akers, LA, USA
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About This Access Site
The Old Highway 51 (North) boat ramp provides access to the I-55 canal near Akers in Tangipahoa Parish. Located conveniently off the Old Highway 51 frontage road near I-55 Exit 15, this ramp serves paddlers and boaters looking to launch into the canal system. The site's proximity to the highway interchange makes it relatively easy to locate and access.

This launch point is suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and small motorboats exploring the I-55 canal waterway. The canal environment offers a controlled water setting typical of Louisiana's bayou infrastructure. Before visiting, contact local authorities or check current conditions, as access policies and facility amenities may vary seasonally. The site is located in the greater New Orleans region, approximately 20 miles west of the city.