2012 Map of North Shore

About this map

Lake Pontchartrain dominates this coastal landscape, where the southern reaches of Slidell meet a complex network of man-made waterways and marshland. The late 20th-century residential expansion is evident in neighborhoods like Eden Isle and Oak Harbor, which are defined by intricate finger canals such as Canal Number One through Canal Number Four. These developments sit in sharp contrast to the natural drainages of Bayou Bonfouca and Irish Bayou. To the east, the map details the transition into Lake Saint Catherine and the wetlands surrounding Bayou de Lesaire. Smaller established areas including Howze Beach and Olimpic Beach line the shoreline, while the Fields Cem near Lake Gardens provides a point of interest for those researching local family history. The infrastructure reflects a heavy reliance on the water, with the North Shore Channel serving as a primary maritime artery for the region.