Camping is allowed in areas not posted as bird nesting area. Delta National Wildlife Refuge - 1010 Gause Blvd., Bldg. 936, Slidell, LA 70458. At the mouth of the Mississippi this refuge offers fishing, sport shrimping, birding and hunting. Access by boat only.
Charter boats are available.
Towering Oaks, Marrero, LA 70072. Cypress Cove Rd., Venice, LA 70091. Venice Marina - P.O. Box 990, Venice, LA 70091. Last full-service marina on Hwy. 23 south of New Orleans.