Mineral rights in Bay Marchand Offshore County, Louisiana
Bay Marchand Offshore County is a quieter corner of Louisiana's mineral market, with 6 permits in the last 24 months — which can mean motivated owners and less buyer competition.
- 6
- Permits · 24 mo
up 50% vs prior 24 months
Who's drilling Bay Marchand Offshore County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Cantium | 6 |
What the record says
Bay Marchand Offshore County recorded 6 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09, against 4 in the prior 24 months. 33% of recent permits are horizontal wells averaging 3,584-foot laterals. Most activity targets the Gom Shallow Water play of the Gom Offshore basin.
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Bay Marchand Offshore County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Bay Marchand Offshore County, Louisiana?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Cantium. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
How do I research mineral rights ownership in Bay Marchand Offshore County?
Start with the Bay Marchand Offshore County clerk's deed records and the county appraisal roll, then verify against state regulator filings. Our title search guide walks through the process, and the Mineral Eagle platform links these records for the whole county.
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Buying in Bay Marchand Offshore County?
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