The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (point drop-off) is open for everyone; the other 6 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Lake Judge Perez
Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana · about 2,740 acres (4.3 sq mi)
Calm this morning.
About Lake Judge Perez
Lake Judge Perez is a lake in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana, covering about 2,740 acres.
From end to end it runs about 4.3 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 31 miles. Port Sulphur is about 8.1 miles southeast. The closest city is New Orleans, about 28 miles away.
- Size
- About 2,740 acres (4.3 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 31 miles
- End to end
- About 4.3 miles
- County
- Plaquemines Parish
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Saturday Good
- 5:45 am – 7:00 amsunrise · wind 10 mph
- 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 10 mph
Sunday Fair
- 4:45 am – 8:00 ammoon underfoot, sunrise · wind 10 mph
- 4:00 pm – 5:45 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 15 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish to expect
For a lake of this size in Louisiana, largemouth bass, crappie, catfish and bluegill and sunfish are the fish to expect. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake.
- Largemouth bass
- Crappie
- Catfish
- Bluegill and sunfish
Fishing spots
- 1Point drop-off
The bottom falls away fast off this point; fish rest deep and move up the slope to feed.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
6 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.
Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.
Water temperature
No clear reading right now. Narrow or small lakes often have none; the weather and bite times below still apply.
Water level
No daily level reading for this lake.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 6:22 am · sunset 5:04 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Lake Judge Perez
- Port Sulphurabout 8.1 mi southeast
- Baratariaabout 18 mi northwest
- Jean Lafitteabout 18 mi northwest
- Poydrasabout 20 mi north
- New Orleansnearest city, about 28 mi northwest
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Questions about Lake Judge Perez
What fish are in Lake Judge Perez?
Lakes like Lake Judge Perez usually hold largemouth bass, crappie, catfish and bluegill and sunfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Lake Judge Perez?
We have no published depth for this lake. The 3-D view gives an estimated shape of the bed: where the deep basin and the drop-offs are. Not for navigation.
How big is Lake Judge Perez?
About 2,740 acres, with about 31 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Lake Judge Perez?
Port Sulphur is about 8.1 miles southeast; Barataria is about 18 miles northwest.
Is the water warm enough to swim in Lake Judge Perez?
Check the water temperature on this page before you go: under 70°F feels cold to most swimmers, and under 60°F cold-water shock is a real risk.
Lake Judge Perez on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
