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DeRidder
Skip unless you have a specific reason (family, work, or the Old Jail). Half a day covers the town; one night if you need a cheap stop on US-190.
DeRidder is a small Louisiana city on US-190 between Lake Charles and Baton Rouge. Its main draw is the Gothic Old Beauregard Parish Jail, a hanging jail with dormer windows. The town is otherwise a quick fuel-and-food stop. Most travellers pass through in under an hour.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Mar–May, Oct–Nov
- avoid Jul–Aug (hot and humid), Jun–Sep (hurricane season)
- Airports
- LCH · AEX
- Nights
- 0–1
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for DeRidder911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about DeRidder, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyDeRidder is generally safe.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportLCH Lake Charles Regional (About 45 min drive; limited flights.).
- Getting aroundYou need a car.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee$2–4
- Budget bedBudget motel (e.g., Americas Best Value Inn), a night, per roomUS$49
- Mid-range bedBudget motel (e.g., Americas Best Value Inn), a night, per roomUS$60
- High-end bedBudget motel (e.g., Americas Best Value Inn), a night, per roomUS$80
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$60 · Mid US$100 · High US$180
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- LCH Lake Charles Regional (About 45 min drive; limited flights.) · AEX Alexandria International (About 1 h drive.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Feb
not flagged
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Mar
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Apr
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
May
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Jun
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jul
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Nov
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Dec
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Best: Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C) low), wettest Jul (11 rain days), driest Apr (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
DeRidder: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
9 rd
Feb
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
8 rd
Mar
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
8 rd
Apr
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
7 rd
May
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
8 rd
Jun
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
10 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
11 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
10 rd
Sep
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
8 rd
Oct
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
7 rd
Nov
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
8 rd
Dec
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
9 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
You need a car. The town is small enough to walk the few blocks of downtown, but the motels and restaurants are spread along N Pine Street (US-171).
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Lake Charles
goDoor to door: About 1 h
US-171 south, about 45 min
Casinos, Creole nature trail, and dining.
Door to door: About 1.25 h
US-171 north then US-165, about 1 h
Larger city with museums and the Alexandria Zoo.
Door to door: About 40 min
US-171 north, about 30 min
Toledo Bend Reservoir for fishing and boating.
Door to door: About 1.5 h
US-84 east, about 1 h 15 min
River town on the Mississippi; limited attractions.
Woodworth, Louisiana
goDoor to door: About 50 min
US-171 north, about 40 min
Kisatchie National Forest trails and camping.
Lecompte
goDoor to door: About 1 h
US-171 north then LA-113, about 50 min
Known for the Louisiana State Cotton Museum and pie shops.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
N Pine Street corridor
Most motels and fast food; convenient for US-190.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $50–80 excl. bed
- Mid
- $80–130 excl. bed
- High
- $130+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Mid-range motel (e.g., Best Western Plus)1 × 1 night × US$110 | US$110 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$100 | US$200 |
| Gas (round trip from Lake Charles)1 × US$15 · check | US$15 |
| Meal at El Flamingo Mexican Restaurant2 × US$15 | US$30 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$36 |
| Trip total≈ US$196 per person per day, bed included | US$391 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | $2–4 |
| Burger and fries | $8–12 |
| Mexican combo plate | $10–15 |
| Gas (per gallon) | $3–4 (check) |
| Motel room (budget) | $49–88 (check) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Old Beauregard Parish Jail hours are irregular: call ahead or check the city website.
- No public transport; taxis and rideshare may be scarce.
- Hurricane season (Jun–Sep) can disrupt travel on US-190.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Lake Charles → DeRidder (car): about 45 min, $5–10 gas
- Alexandria → DeRidder (car): about 1 h, $8–15 gas
Say or show
- Howdy — Hello
- Thanks — Thank you
- How much? — How much?
- Where's the old jail? — Where is the jail?
English is universal; no language barrier.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for DeRidder. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–May, Oct–Nov · avoid Jul–Aug (hot and humid), Jun–Sep (hurricane season) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 6 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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