Where is Pelican's View Lodge located?

Pelican's View Lodge is located at 7464 Edgewater Drive, Chauvin, Louisiana 70344, in the waterfront neighborhood of Cocodrie. It is approximately 1 hour 20 minutes from New Orleans and 45 minutes from Houma.

How many people does Pelican's View Lodge sleep?

Pelican's View Lodge sleeps up to 10 people comfortably across 2 bedrooms and 1 loft, with 2.5 bathrooms.

Does Pelican's View Lodge have a boat launch?

Yes. Pelican's View Lodge has a private boat launch and 2 private boat slips right on the property, giving guests quick access to open water without crowded public ramps.

What kind of fishing is available near Pelican's View Lodge?

Cocodrie offers world-class inshore fishing for speckled trout, redfish, flounder, and sheepshead, as well as offshore Gulf fishing for red snapper, amberjack, and yellowfin tuna. Duck hunting is also available in fall and winter.

How do I book Pelican's View Lodge?

Pelican's View Lodge can be booked on VRBO, Airbnb, or directly at pelicansviewlodge.com/contact. Email pelicansviewlodge@gmail.com for cash rates and availability.

What amenities does Pelican's View Lodge include?

Amenities include a full kitchen, WiFi, air conditioning, fresh linens, screened porches, private boat launch, 2 boat slips, fish cleaning station, outdoor freezer, boiling pot, fish fryer, and charcoal BBQ grill.

What is the best time of year to fish in Cocodrie, Louisiana?

Spring (March-May) and fall (September-November) offer the best inshore fishing. Summer is ideal for offshore red snapper. Winter offers excellent sheepshead and trophy speckled trout fishing.

Are charter captains available from Pelican's View Lodge?

Yes. Pelican's View Lodge works with experienced local charter captains for inshore and offshore guided fishing trips departing directly from the lodge dock.

How far is Cocodrie Louisiana from New Orleans?

Cocodrie, Louisiana is approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes from New Orleans. Take I-90 west to Highway 24 south through Houma, then Highway 56 south to Chauvin and Cocodrie.

What to Expect at Pelican's View Lodge — Your Complete Cocodrie Fishing Trip Guide

Ryan Myhand
Mar 21
3 min read

Planning your first trip to Cocodrie, Louisiana? Or maybe you've fished South Louisiana before but want to know what makes Pelican's View Lodge the ideal basecamp for your adventure? This guide covers everything — from what to pack and where to eat, to what fishing to expect and how to make the most of every hour you're here.

Where is Pelican's View Lodge?

Pelican's View Lodge is located at 7464 Edgewater Drive, Chauvin, Louisiana 70344 — just 1.5 miles south of the Louisiana Highway 56 and 57 intersection. Chauvin is a small fishing community at the end of the road in Terrebonne Parish, about an hour southwest of New Orleans and 45 minutes from Houma.

The lodge is suspended over the water in the quiet neighborhood of Cocodrie, giving you stunning waterfront views and immediate access to some of the most productive inshore and offshore fishing water in Louisiana. Watch shrimp boats drift past from the porch, and fall asleep to the sound of the water.

The Lodge — What's Included

Pelican's View Lodge comfortably sleeps 10 people across 2 bedrooms and a loft. Bedroom 1 has a king bed, Bedroom 2 has two twin-over-full bunk beds, and the loft has two additional twin-over-full bunk beds. There are 2.5 bathrooms total.

Every stay includes fresh linens, pillows, blankets, and towels. The full kitchen is stocked with a dishwasher, pots, pans, dishes, and utensils, plus a coffee maker, toaster, and Keurig (bring your own K-cups). For cooking your catch, we have a boiling pot, charcoal BBQ grill, and a fish frying pot with burner — bring your own propane.

Outdoor amenities include upper and lower private decks with screened porches, a private boat launch, 2 private boat slips, a fish cleaning station with running water, an outdoor freezer, and abundant parking on the premises. WiFi and air conditioning are included.

Fishing from the Lodge

The biggest advantage of staying at Pelican's View Lodge is the private boat launch and slips. You can avoid the long no-wake zones that slow down many anglers launching from public ramps, and get to open water faster. This matters — especially on tournament weekends or when the bite is best at first light.

Several marinas are nearby where you can pick up live bait, ice, and local intel before heading out. Local charter captains are available to guide you on inshore trips targeting speckled trout, redfish, and flounder, or offshore trips to the Gulf for red snapper, amberjack, and tuna. We can help connect you with the right captain for your group.

What to Pack for Your Cocodrie Trip

Fishing gear: Rods, reels, and tackle are not provided — bring your own or rent from a local shop in Houma. Live bait is available at nearby marinas. Bring a good cooler for your catch if you plan to drive it home.

Clothing: South Louisiana weather is unpredictable. Pack lightweight sun protection layers, a rain jacket, and warm layers if you're visiting in fall or winter. A good hat and polarized sunglasses are essential for sight fishing.

Groceries: The nearest grocery stores are in Houma, about 30 to 40 minutes away. Stock up before you head down to Cocodrie — there are limited options once you're at the lodge. That said, cooking a fresh catch on the boiling pot or grill is one of the highlights of the trip.

Propane: The outdoor grill and fish fryer require propane. Bring your own tank — exchange stations are available in Houma.

Check-In, Check-Out & Booking

Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 10:30 AM. The lodge can be booked directly through our website at pelicansviewlodge.com, through VRBO, or through Airbnb. We also offer a cash rate option — email us at pelicansviewlodge@gmail.com for details.

We look forward to hosting you at Pelican's View Lodge. Whether it's your first time in Cocodrie or your tenth, we're confident you'll leave with tight lines, full bellies, and memories that last a lifetime. Book your dates today before the season fills up!