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Nelson Road vs Fred's

Side-by-side comparison of two boat ramps in Calcasieu County, Louisiana.

These ramps are about 2.7 miles apart.

Fred's

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Type

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Hours

24/7

Fees

Free

Launch Lanes

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Water Type

Public

Semi-Private

Water Body

Coulee Hippolyte

Intracoastal Waterway

Trailer Parking

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Restrooms

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Accessible

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Which ramp should you choose?

Both Nelson Road and Fred's provide public access in Calcasieu County. If you need more launch lanes or trailer parking, compare the numbers above directly — busier ramps benefit from multiple lanes to avoid a backup on weekends. If fees or accessibility are the deciding factor for your trip, check the fields above before you drive out, since ramp conditions can change seasonally.