Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:07 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 31
local timeWaning Gibbous (93% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Saltwater Barrier
| Location | Westlake, Louisiana |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Calcasieu River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 30.254320, -93.218033 |
| Hours | Check on site |
Saltwater Barrier is a public boat launch providing access to Calcasieu River in Westlake, Louisiana at coordinates 30.25432, -93.21803. Data published by Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LA LDWF).
Saltwater Barrier is a public boat launch on Calcasieu River in Westlake, 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 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Saltwater Barrier
Is Saltwater Barrier free to use?
Yes, Saltwater Barrier is a public boat launch with free access in Westlake, Louisiana.
What water does Saltwater Barrier access?
Saltwater Barrier provides boat launch access to Calcasieu River in Westlake, Louisiana.
How do I get to Saltwater Barrier?
Saltwater Barrier is located at coordinates 30.254320, -93.218033 in Westlake, 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
Boaters have 6 other launch options within 2.7 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.