Rebuilding the Beach for the Next Generation
Restoring shoreline access, honoring our history,
and creating a stronger, more resilient future for our community.
Reimagining what’s possible for entrepreneurs ready to disrupt markets and evolve faster than the competition.
Protect The Lakefront
healthy shorelines and natural dunes reduce erosion and flooding while protecting our lake and wildlife.
The Vision
A Restored Beach.
A Stronger Lakefront.
A New Orleans Landmark Reimagined.
Our master plan reimagines Pontchartrain Beach as a resilient, beautiful, and inclusive destination featuring natural dunes, native landscaping, walking and biking paths, gathering spaces, and improved shoreline access.
Why this matters
Restore Public Access
Reconnect our commnity to the lake with save welcoming spaces for everyone to enjoy
Bring Back a Shared Memory
Revive a beloved New Orleans tradition and create new memories for generations to come
Honoring The Original Pontchartrain Beach
A Beloved Part of Our History
For nearly a century, Pontchartrain beach was the crown jewel of New Orleans’ lakefront - a place for joy, community and connection. Though lost to storms and time, its spirit lives on in all of us. We honor that legacy by building a better, more resilient future
Community Advocacy
Partners come together to share ideas for restoration and build momentum
5+ Acres Reimagined
Restoring natural dunes, shoreline and habitat
Project Timeline
Community Impact
Planning & Design
Experts and community partners collaborate to design a resilient and welcoming master plan
10,000+
Future Visitors
Welcoming more people to enjoy our lakefront
Shoreline Restoration
Careful consruction and habitat restoration bring the vision to life - safely and sustainably
20+ Community Partners
Working together for a stronger New Orleans.
Public Opening
A restored beach opens for everyone to enjoy for generations to come.
1 Shared Vision
Our community united for our lakefront future.
A Resilient Coastline.
A Connected Community.
A Brighter Future.
Our vision blends nature-based design with thoughtful public spaces to restore our shoreline, improve access, and create a vibrant, lasting resource for generations to come.
