2024 Map of Black Lake

About this map

Black Lake dominates the southern portion of this landscape where the Calcasieu Parish and Cameron Parish line divides the wetlands. The settlement of Hackberry sits on the southern shore, serving as a focal point for the region's coastal identity. To the north, the Intracoastal Waterway cuts a distinct horizontal line across the map, separating the larger lake from northern marshlands like Clear Marais and Goose Lake. Local history is anchored by family-named landmarks including Moss Cem and Landry Cem, alongside a network of rural roads such as Choupique Rd and Ellis Moss Rd. The drainage patterns, defined by Alkali Ditch and Black Lake Bayou, illustrate the complex hydrology of this low-lying territory as it transitions toward the Gulf.