Mineral rights in Cameron County, Louisiana
Cameron County is a quieter corner of Louisiana's mineral market, with 5 permits in the last 24 months — which can mean motivated owners and less buyer competition.
- 5
- Permits · 24 mo
- 19.7%
- Avg lease royalty
down 17% vs prior 24 months
recorded leases, 5 yrs
Who's drilling Cameron County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| High Bar Operating Company, LLC | 2 |
| Jones Environmental, INC. | 1 |
| Conocophillips | 1 |
| Onstream Co2, LLC | 1 |
What the record says
Cameron County recorded 5 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09, against 6 in the prior 24 months. Activity centers on the Western Gulf basin.
Leasing has kept pace: 84 leases were recorded in the county over the last 24 months, with recent recorded leases averaging about 19.7% royalty. For how royalty terms work, see our royalty guide.
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Cameron County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Cameron County, Louisiana?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are High Bar Operating Company, LLC, Jones Environmental, INC., Conocophillips. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
What royalty are leases paying in Cameron County?
Recorded leases over the past five years in Cameron County average about 19.7% royalty. Individual terms vary with acreage position, competition, and the operator — treat this as a market reference point, not a quote.
How do I research mineral rights ownership in Cameron County?
Start with the Cameron 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 Cameron County?
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