If you like to vacation on the water you are in the right place, as waterways make up nearly half of Iberia Parish. If you’re looking for a place to launch your boat or canoe, there are several public boat launches throughout the area.

Iberia Parish, LA

Petite Anse means "Little Cove"'' in Louisiana French. This particular bayou runs along the west side of Avery Island before flowing south into Vermilion Bay and the Gulf of Mexico (through the Avery Canal).

Loreauville

Loreauville, Louisiana, United States

The Iberia portion of the Bayou Teche National Paddle winds through Loreauville, New Iberia and Jeanerette. Experience traditional Louisiana culture, historic districts, Cajun and Creole fares and festivals along the way.

Spanish Lake is a local favorite for fishing, bird watching and hiking.

Iberia Parish, LA

The small seaport provides ready access to the local waterways with a 28-slip marina at North Pier Marina and a four bay launch at Bayou Carlin Cove Boat Landing & Pavilion.

Ruiz Landing

Louisiana, United States

306 Beach Ln
Cypremort Point, LA

One of the very few locations near the Gulf of Mexico that can be reached by car. A half-mile stretch of a man-made beach provides a delightful area for relaxing, picnicking and enjoying the water.

Iberia Parish, LA

Bayou Patout gives boaters access to Bayou Carlin and Weeks Bay in the Gulf of Mexico on a 12-mile loop.