Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:21 PM)
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Launch Light & Moon — July 1
local timeFull Moon (98% illuminated). Peak fishing window — solunar theory puts fish most active around the new and full moon.
Location
Quick Facts: Old River
| Location | Bivens, Louisiana |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Bivens Branch |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 30.644529, -93.621325 |
| Hours | Check on site |
Old River is a public boat launch providing access to Bivens Branch in Bivens, Louisiana at coordinates 30.64453, -93.62132. Data published by Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LA LDWF).
Old River is a public boat launch on Bivens Branch in Bivens, Louisiana. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 2 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Old River
Is Old River free to use?
Yes, Old River is a public boat launch with free access in Bivens, Louisiana.
What water does Old River access?
Old River provides boat launch access to Bivens Branch in Bivens, Louisiana.
How do I get to Old River?
Old River is located at coordinates 30.644529, -93.621325 in Bivens, Louisiana. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
2 additional boat launches are located within 14.2 mi of Old River, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.