ELMER'S ISLAND WILDLIFE REFUGE

Acreage: 230 Acres
Owned: State of Louisiana
Parish:  Jefferson Parish
Office:   Baton Rouge
2000 Quail Drive
Baton Rouge, LA  70808
Phone:  (225) 765-2801
Email:  rpausina@wlf.louisiana.gov


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Elmer's Island Wildlife Refuge, owned and maintained by the state of Louisiana, is a 230-acre tract of barrier beachfront located on the southwestern tip of Jefferson Parish. It is located directly across Caminada Pass from Grand Isle, LA and currently accessible only by boat.

The property, historically known as Goat Island and referred to as Elmer's Island since the 1970s, is well known for the excellent fishing opportunities it has provided over the years for many popular species such as speckled and white trout, flounder, redfish, channel mullet, black drum, croaker, Spanish mackerel and many other species that frequent the State's coastal beaches and passes.  It also provides non-consumptive outdoor opportunities to observe wading, shore and seabirds as well as coastal marine life.

Management is provided by LDWF Marine Fisheries Division biologists and technicians stationed on Grand Isle. Additionally, the LDWF Enforcement Division patrols the property to ensure compliance with refuge regulations.

No hunting, camping or overnight activity is allowed on the refuge. A valid Louisiana fishing license is required for anyone fishing from the property.

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