Great River Road (Louisiana - east bank)
St. James Parish, LA
Point-to-point trail in St. James Parish, LA. Scenic drive.
- Distance
- 107.9 mi (173.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 49 ft (15 m)
- Est. Time
- 34 hr 45 min
- High point
- 36 ft (11 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Attraction: Destrehan Plantation 17.8 mi (28.7 km) from start
- Attraction: San Francisco Plantation 41.9 mi (67.5 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Great River Road (Louisiana - east bank)
How long is Great River Road (Louisiana - east bank)?
Great River Road (Louisiana - east bank) is 107.9 mi (173.6 km) long. Most people take about 34 hr 45 min. It climbs 49 ft (15 m) in total, up to a high point of 36 ft (11 m).
How hard is Great River Road (Louisiana - east bank)?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Great River Road (Louisiana - east bank)?
Parking at the start, Fee. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Great River Road (Louisiana - east bank)?
Drinking water on the way at 9.6 mi (15.5 km). No toilets mapped.
Is Great River Road (Louisiana - east bank) shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Great River Road (Louisiana - east bank)?
Best for Scenic drive.
Where can you eat near Great River Road (Louisiana - east bank)?
Barcelona Tapas, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Canseco's Carrollton Market, 0.3 mi (0.6 km).
Is this a good week for Great River Road (Louisiana - east bank)?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap