Marina Beau Chene is an excellent neighborhood…read more The first thing you notice when entering this neighborhood is that it is gated and staffed by a uniformed security guard. As a person who appreciates the idea of high security and safety, I like that feature. If you are able to get past the initial screening you will notice you've entered an idyllic environment. Homes are beautiful, yards are well manicured and everyone seems friendly. I have no idea if the people are genuinely friendly, but they do wave at me as I drive by. I guess they could be signaling that I am #1 or something, but I digress. The most beautiful feature of this neighborhood is not the gate, the homes or the people. It's the marina. I wont tell you exactly where the marina is located since that would defeat the whole safe and secure environment thing. What I can tell you is that should you have a boat, this would be a good place to keep it. Whether that boat is a nice sized fishing vessel or a large live aboard yacht, you can find it all here. The slips will fit vessels that are 30', 40' or 50'. You can also get into the Tchefuncte River and Lake Pontchartrain if you decide to leave the comfort of the marina. If you are in the market for a boat, or just like to dream about one day owning one, there are always several nice examples for sale here. My favorites were the late 70s live aboard Chris Craft or the waterfront condo with a slip that were both for sale. If you can get past the security, this is a great place to live or visit.

Disclaimer: I am reviewing this as a guest in my girlfriend's parent's home. Now that my girlfriend…read moreis on the Northshore I'm anticipating making trips to the Northshore. I arrived on New Year's Eve to celebrate with a bunch of girlfriends at the house and then later on at the Chimes. The security gentleman was courteous and remember to give them your name, the name of the people you are visiting, and their address. It is a gated community and when we arrived later that evening we had to enter through the main Beau Chene entrance which is also gated. So prepare to give the same information. It is a beautiful neighborhood but be careful and drive slowly because it is windy roads and at night there was a dog that ran in front of my car. Fortunately I was going super slow and waited until he moved on. The houses are well lit but the streets themselves don't have street lights so again, proceed slowly. My girlfriend's parents built their dream home here and their gorgeous home overlooks the marina with numerous boats. Like any gated community it appears that people maintain their property well. There was a friendly vibe and my friend's personal trainer lived a few doors down. I wish I could have stayed longer to enjoy the front porch, back deck, and the marina!

This place is the absolute worst. From the backdown to the facilities and the junky storage of…read moreits boats there is nothing good about this marina. I wish someone who was from Florida would buy it and turn it into something great. Add in Salty across the way and it's like junk wars.

Filled my boat up here on 3/30 (140 gallons), and immediately had an engine kill as I pulled off…read morethe dock. Call the marina to ask about potential water, no one called me back. Sent an email and no response. Continue to have issues with engines vapor locking and spend hundreds with mechanic trying to fix the issue. Finally test the fuel and it has 12% alcohol, be careful when fueling up here because it may not be alcohol/ethanol free. By the way, I have called twice this week, guess what no return call again from Lloyd or someone in management with a L in his first name. Pathetic customer service!! I truly wish there was another local fueling dock......

This place is just a joke . I've been there several times to get Volvo penta parts for my crownline…read more. The office is completely empty . I've literally stood there for 20 mins with no one in sight. They will not answer calls . Who's running this place ?? Sad they have a great location and it just can't be ran right ! Horrible

A mishap left my Duffy electric Yacht up against the guard rail on I 12 in Baton Rouge. The hull…read morehas two medium holes and in need of repairs. Let's see how Nunmaker carb repair a hull. Stayed tuned !

Excellent RV park resort!! The spaces are clean and well marked, the dog park is a great place to…read morelet the dogs play and get exercise. The pool is cool and refreshing! There is an on-site restaurant with large TV's where you can get a bite and a drink and watch the game. This park's best kept secret is Adam! For $20/pp he will take you to the French Quarter so you don't have to waste time looking for parking, and can better enjoy the area. Extra bonus: Adam will take you on a tour of New Orleans and show you some of the prettiest parts of town. It's about a 3 hour tour for $60/pp. As it was hot and muggy, it was a pleasant way to spend part of the day. The camp office will give you his information on check-in. Our group thought that spending time with Adam was time well spent!!

These people are thieves. They make you pay for entire stay up front but if you cancel you lose…read moreevery dime. Their site says you can buy trip insurance but doesn't explain that you lose 100% if you cancel. They are intentionally deceptive.

I crossed Lake Pontchartrain going south from Mississippi to New Orleans…read more It is an estuary that was created over 1000 years ago when the Mississippi River changed its path. It is connected to the Gulf of Mexico by the Rigolets strait. It covers an area of 630 square miles with an average depth of 12 to 14 feet. The Lake was named for Lake Pontchartrain was named for Louis Phélypeaux, Comte-de-Pontchartrain, the French Minister of the Marine, during the reign of France's "Sun King", Louis XIV, for whom the colony of La Louisiane was named.

I saw Lake Pontchartrain from NOLA Lakefront/Lakeshore Drive. Not much to see but it's cool that…read morethere's an extremely lengthy bridge for driving over this estuary. I wish I saw the lake at sunset instead of in the daytime, but grateful I finally got to see it while in NOLA.

There's something special about the New Orleans Lakefront -- a place where the city slows down just…read moreenough for you to actually feel it. If you're visiting New Orleans and want to catch a real vibe beyond the usual tourist stops, this is where you go. The energy out here is unmatched. Bounce music floats through the air, blending effortlessly with old-school R&B playing from nearby speakers. The smell of crawfish boiling, charcoal burning, and chicken grilling travels with the breeze coming off the water. It's culture, community, and comfort all wrapped into one experience. Today we came out simply to relax and enjoy a weekend of perfect weather while digging into some crawfish -- and honestly, it doesn't get much better than that. And if crawfish isn't your flavor, you still have great options nearby. Landry's Seafood House remains one of my personal favorites, offering great food paired with some of the best waterfront views in the city. Whether you want to slow-cruise in your exotic car, take a peaceful walk along the water, or sit back and watch the boats sail by while reading a great book, the lakefront gives you space to do it all. Bike rides, jogs, family gatherings, or simply sitting still and letting the breeze reset your mind -- there's plenty to do here that requires absolutely nothing at all. The beauty of the lakefront is that no two visits feel the same. You can make it a multi-day experience and walk away with completely different memories each time depending on your mood. Some days it's music and laughter. Other days it's quiet reflection and sunsets. If you're looking for your own slice of paradise in New Orleans -- somewhere to relax, reset, and truly enjoy the moment -- make your way to the lakefront. Trust me, the vibe speaks for itself.

Always a great time at the lake with crawfish and a daiquiri. There's a lot of parking spread…read morearound the lake as well as places to eat.