Grand Isle State Park reopens following Hurricane Ida closure

Jun 3, 2023 | in the news

The Grand Isle State Park officially reopened June 1, 2023, for the first time since closing for Hurricane Ida. “We are thrilled to have the Grand Isle State Park back open,” said Grand Isle Mayor David Camardelle. “This is a big step in our recovery...

Wave Goodbye The tenacious surfers of South Louisiana

May 7, 2023 | in the news

Jordan LaHaye Fontenot https://countryroadsmagazine.com/travel/outdoor-adventures/surfing-louisiana-beaches/ MAY 22, 2019 In the summer of 1964, the Beach Boys’ “I Get Around” spent two weeks at the top of the charts. American International Pictures was gearing up to...

Gas System Public Awareness/Damage Prevention Notice

Mar 23, 2023 | COVID-19, Uncategorized

Please read the following gas system safety information. The Town of Grand Isle owns and operates a natural gas distribution system. The gas system consists of an underground network of pipelines throughout the Town. The purpose of the gas system is to provide a...

The Forest at the Island’s Heart

Feb 6, 2023 | in the news

The Lafitte Woods Nature Preserve stands strong as a last protective haven on Grand Isle BY KRISTY CHRISTIANSEN Fifty miles due south of New Orleans, Grand Isle stands boldly as the front line of defense for Louisiana’s hurricane-battered coast. In normal times, the...

Weather Alert!

Jan 24, 2023 | COVID-19, Uncategorized

Tuesday, January 24, 2023 severe weather is threatening the gulf coast with strong winds and high tides because of the strong southeast winds. Grand Isle Multiplex Center will be open today at 6:00 p.m. If you feel that you need to go to the center, you need to bring...