Mermentau River
A slow coastal river in southwest Louisiana that drains through Acadia, Jefferson Davis, Vermilion and Cameron parishes, passing through Grand Lake on its way to the Gulf near Grand Chenier.
Weather at the Mermentau River (National Weather Service) ↗
River facts
| Length | 70 miles |
|---|---|
| Source | Junction of Bayou des Cannes and Bayou Plaquemine Brule, Acadia Parish, Louisiana |
| Mouth | Gulf of Mexico in Cameron Parish, Louisiana |
| State | Louisiana |
The Catfish Point Control Structure regulates outflow from Grand Lake.
Boat ramps and launches
Orange dots on the map. Tap a name to open it in Google Maps. Public ramps and launches along the Mermentau River in Louisiana, from OpenStreetMap. The list may be incomplete, so check the state wildlife agency for current access.
Bait shops
No bait shops are mapped near this river yet. Search Google Maps for bait shops near the Mermentau River ↗
Fishing regulations
Check the state agency for river-specific rules, seasons and limits before you fish:
Facts from Mermentau River (Wikipedia) ↗ · Boat ramps and bait shops: OpenStreetMap contributors · River course: U.S. Geological Survey