Last Island Islas Dernieres in Houma, Louisiana

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Last Island Islas Dernieres

Hwy 90, Houma, LA, USA

Latitude & Longitude: 29° 41' 15.252", -90° 41' 9.33"

Louisiana State
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Over 200 persons were killed when a giant tidal wave hit last Island, 45 miles south of Houma, on August 10, 1856. The resort was a playground for Southern aristocrats. Fishermen (with boats) call it a Sportsman's Paradise.

Last updated: 7/27/2009 15:10:00

Last Island Islas Dernieres Historical Marker Location Map, Houma, Louisiana