Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — Heat Advisory in effect.
- Advisory
- Heat Advisory
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:10 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 27
local timeFull Moon (97% illuminated). Peak fishing window — solunar theory puts fish most active around the new and full moon.
Location
Quick Facts: West Cove Canal
| Location | Hackberry, Louisiana |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | West Cove |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 29.866339, -93.453173 |
| Hours | Check on site |
West Cove Canal is a public boat launch providing access to West Cove in Hackberry, Louisiana at coordinates 29.86634, -93.45317. Data published by Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LA LDWF).
West Cove Canal is a public boat launch on West Cove in Hackberry, 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 West Cove Canal
Is West Cove Canal free to use?
Yes, West Cove Canal is a public boat launch with free access in Hackberry, Louisiana.
What water does West Cove Canal access?
West Cove Canal provides boat launch access to West Cove in Hackberry, Louisiana.
How do I get to West Cove Canal?
West Cove Canal is located at coordinates 29.866339, -93.453173 in Hackberry, 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
The area surrounding West Cove Canal includes 6 other public boat ramps within 7.7 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.