Pearl River Welcome Center

Lushly landscaped, this Welcome Center is a primary gateway for visitors traveling in from throughout the southeastern US. Lush landscaping reminds visitors how close this area is to the water.

The center will remain closed until 9/13/24 following Hurricane Francine.

Address:
61441 I 59 South
Pearl River, La., 70452
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Coordinates:
30.3222064, -89.7409427

Directions:
From the northeast: Travel southwest on I 59; watch for signs and the exit ramp/entrance to the rest area ten miles inside Louisiana. Bear to the right, and follow signs for passenger vehicles.

Phone:
(985) 646-6450

Email:
pearlriverwc@crt.la.gov
Hours of Operation:
  • 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. daily
  • Closed for New Year's Day, Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day




Amenities During Business Hours:
  • Free coffee
  • Dog walk
  • Indoor handicapped accessible restroom
  • Picnic tables
  • Louisiana Highway Maps
  • Local Attractions and Destinations brochures

Nearby Attractions:
  • Fishing tours and charters
  • swamp tours
  • Insta-Gator Alligator Hatchery
  • Global Wildlife Center
  • Abita Brewing Company
  • Lake Pontchartrain maritime Museum.

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