Plaquemine Lock State Historic Site

Louisiana State Historic Site

Entrance feeFree
CampingDay use only

Plaquemine Lock State Historic Site entrance fee

Free entry — Please call Plaquemine Lock ( 225-687-7158 ) for fee information

Plaquemine Lock State Historic Site hours

Plaquemine Lock State Historic Site is operated by Iberville Parish and the City of Plaquemine

Operating hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m

Hours as published by Louisiana State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.

About Plaquemine Lock State Historic Site

The historic lock on Bayou Plaquemine, a navigable route into the Louisiana interior since the early 1700s, designed by Panama Canal engineer George Goethals. Visit the ironwork that once lifted boats between the bayou and the Mississippi.

Amenities & facilities

  • 🌿 Nature Center
  • 🌞 Day Use Only

Contact

Phone225-687-7158

Address57730 Main Street, Plaquemine, LA 70764

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