Mineral rights in Vermilion County, Louisiana
Vermilion County sees steady, selective drilling — 15 permits over the last 24 months, cooling versus the prior period.
- 15
- Permits · 24 mo
- 19.6%
- Avg lease royalty
down 25% vs prior 24 months
recorded leases, 5 yrs
Who's drilling Vermilion County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Dunn Exploration CO | 8 |
| Hilcorp | 2 |
| Square Mile Energy | 2 |
| Llox | 1 |
| Oneok | 1 |
What the record says
Vermilion County recorded 15 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09, against 20 in the prior 24 months. 13% of recent permits are horizontal wells. Activity centers on the Western Gulf basin.
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Vermilion County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Vermilion County, Louisiana?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Dunn Exploration CO, Hilcorp, Square Mile Energy. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
What royalty are leases paying in Vermilion County?
Recorded leases over the past five years in Vermilion County average about 19.6% 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 Vermilion County?
Start with the Vermilion 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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