Fred's Boat Ramp is a gravel launch located just south of Lake Charles near the Intracoastal Waterway, offering access to Bayou Black and surrounding marsh areas.

The facility features a $2 honor-box launch fee and provides access to multiple bayous, cuts, and shallow pond areas suitable for both paddling and fishing.

Wind conditions should ideally have an easterly component or be under 5-8 knots, and tidal movement can be unpredictable in this area located 20 miles north of the jetties.