Bonnet Carré Spillway offers public access for fishing and boating via two boat launch sites managed by St. Charles Parish, with approximately 400,000 annual visitors enjoying the area's extensive recreational opportunities.

The spillway features fishing docks, primitive camping (15 grass sites available for $10/night with permit), and access to Lake Pontchartrain, though visitors should note the area is prone to closure during flooding and mud conditions can be challenging after heavy rain.

Located near Norco off River Road, the spillway is accessible from I-10 via the I-310 interchange and provides a convenient base for exploring the region just 30 miles from New Orleans.