Port Allen Lock and Gulf Intracoastal Waterway
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Port Allen Lock vs Gulf Intracoastal Waterway

Side-by-side comparison of two boat ramps in West Baton Rouge County, Louisiana.

These ramps are about 7.2 miles apart.

Type
Hours
24/7
24/7
Fees
Free
Free
Launch Lanes
Water Type
Public
Semi-Private
Water Body
Intercoastal Waterway
Gulf Intracoastal Waterway
Trailer Parking
Restrooms
Accessible

Which ramp should you choose?

Both Port Allen Lock and Gulf Intracoastal Waterway provide public access in West Baton Rouge 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.