2015 Map of Mallard Bay

About this map

The Intracoastal Waterway bisects this low-lying coastal landscape, serving as a critical artery for marine traffic through the marshy expanse of Cameron Parish. This 2015 perspective illustrates the complex transition between open water and fragmented landmasses, defined by significant features like Mallard Bay and the northern reaches of Grand Lake. The hydrological network is remarkably dense, featuring a grid-like system of man-made cuts such as Lulu Canal and Ridge Canal that interlace with natural drainages like Latanier Bayou. Several named landforms emerge from the surrounding wetlands, including Perreau Island, Oak Island, and the distinctive Umbrella Point. The map provides a detailed view of the infrastructure supporting this coastal region, from the winding path of Oak Ridge Rd to the various parish roads that provide access to these remote reaches of the Louisiana shoreline.