www.geauxpass.com Get hooked on GRAND ISLE... Welcome to the only site dedicated solely to Grand Isle, Louisiana.  The community consists of both Grand Isle and Cheniere Caminada and is located in Jefferson Parish at the southern tip of LA. Hwy 1.  Located on the Gulf of Mexico, the primary businesses for island residents are tourism, the seafood industry, and oilfield related professions.  Originally inhabited in the early 1700's, Grand Isle is a relatively small community with a population of approximately 1,500 people.  However, during the summer when vacationers begin flocking to the island, it is occupied by more than 12,000 tourists taking part in activities such as the Grand Isle International Tarpon Rodeo and Fourth of July festivities.  So, if you are looking for a fantastic vacation, come visit Grand Isle and see why Louisiana is referred to as "The Sportsman's Paradise".

GRAND ISLE  State Park and Pier are now OPEN! 
For more informatin about Grand Isle State Park visit www.lastateparks.com
Call 1-877-226-7652 or online at www.ReserveAmerica.com
Call locally at 985-787-2559 or toll free at 1-888-787-2559

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The Old Fishing Bridge is OPEN!  
NO boat, NO problem!  Fish the 'Old Fishing Bridge'  it is open 24 hrs/7 days a week.
Lights at top and bottom of bridge for your convenience. 
There was a fire that burned a section of the old bridge on the eastern side,
but the remainder of the bridge is open for your enjoyment.
We ask that you please be considerate and throw your trash in the receptacles.  Thank you.
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Stop in for Tourist information and see the Butterfly ' Dome
If you have any questions, please contact the Tourism Department
at (985)787-2997 or email us at tourism@grand-isle.com.
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ELMERS ISLAND is open from 1/2 hour before sun up to 1/2 hour after sun down.
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To view photos of Grand Isle after Hurricane Katrina and Rita log on to -
http://hkatrina.shutterfly.com/action/
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 Posted 12/18/09    J.C.