Day 8: Morgan City to Grand Isle State Park

Beautiful day today. Still windy, it’s always windy, but not like yesterday.

We are still exploring the southern ‘wetlands’ of this state before heading to New Orleans tomorrow. Our destination is Grand Isle State Park which is on the Gulf and at the end of road that led to the equivalent of an Atlantic coast barrier island.

We have been following one of the bayou trails for the last few days. Now we are just taking back roads.

Today’s drive took us through a lot of areas that service the gulf oil rigs.

Port Fourchon

The last sizeable location on the road was Port Fourchon. It was interesting to drive through this area and see large vessels of interesting shapes and sizes that we don’t see along the Atlantic coast.

Port Fourchon is a crucial hub for offshore oil and gas operations in Louisiana, USA. Located at the southern tip of Lafourche Parish, it serves as a base for many companies involved in the exploration, production, and transportation of oil and gas in the Gulf of Mexico. The port is known for its strategic location, deep-water access, and essential infrastructure that supports the offshore industry.

Port Fourchon is a major economic driver for the region, supporting thousands of jobs and contributing significantly to the state’s energy sector. It is also an important logistical center for supplying offshore platforms and vessels with equipment, materials, and personnel.

In addition to its role in the oil and gas industry, Port Fourchon also serves as a support base for the commercial fishing, shipping, and recreational boating sectors. The port plays a vital role in the region’s economy and is a key player in the energy supply chain of the United States.

The last leg of this drive was on an elevated toll road across all this water.

The houses in the local communities are all mounted on raised platforms at least a story high.

As its a beautiful day and we got into camp early, I’ve been airing out bedding and getting everything dried out from yesterday’s rain. It’s nice to be able to sit outside for a change. Despite how remote this campground is, it’s almost full!