National Historical Park and Preserve

Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve

Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve is a National Historical Park and Preserve in Louisiana. The NPS currently lists 2 active alerts, 0 campgrounds and 6 visitor centers, and no entrance fee.

Louisiana National Historical Park and Preserve No entrance fee

Updated · NPS Data API

Spanish moss hangs from live oak tree
Barataria Preserve of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve · Photo: NPS Photo (via nps.gov)

About the park

“In Jean Lafitte's day, silver and gold filled a pirate's treasure chest, but today's treasures are people, places, and memories. Discover New Orleans’ rich cultural mix. Learn Cajun traditions from people who live them. Watch an alligator bask on a bayou’s bank.”

Active alerts

2

Closures

0

Campgrounds

0

Visitor centers

6

Current alerts and closures

2 active NPS alerts as of Oct 28, 2026: 0 closures, 0 danger, 2 caution and 0 information.

Caution

Barataria Visitor Center and Trails are Closed

Because of upcoming demolition and construction of the trails and Visitor Center, all trails at the Barataria Preserve and the Visitor Center are closed, with the exception of Twin Canals Trail. This is a day-use area only with no restrooms. Visitor services are relocated to the Wetlands Education Center and trails at 4917 City Park Drive, Jean Lafitte, 70067. Rangers will be on site Wednesdays and Thursdays 10 am to 2 pm for programming and ranger talks at the Town of Lafitte's Civic Center.

Posted or updated Jun 14, 2026 ·Park conditions on nps.gov

Caution

Acadian Cultural Center Temporarily Closed

The Acadian Cultural Center in Lafayette is temporarily closed due to HVAC issues. Join us at the Prairie Acadian Cultural Center in Eunice for programs and events 5 days a week, Tuesday through Saturday.

Posted or updated Dec 9, 2025 ·Park conditions on nps.gov

Entrance fees and passes

This site has no entrance fee, according to NPS fee data.

Things to do

A black dog wearing a harness, leash, and wooden dog tag stands next to a ranger outside.
Photo: NPS

Become a Jean Lafitte B.A.R.K. Ranger

Hey dog! Do you want to explore parts of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve with your leash-holding companions? Interested in getting your very own B.A.R.K. Ranger dog tag? We made it easy for your human to help you get one.

10-30 Minutes Year-round Pets allowed

Junior Ranger Program

See all 9 things to do in Jean Lafitte →

Activities the NPS lists for Jean Lafitte.

Arts and CultureCraft DemonstrationsCultural DemonstrationsLive MusicFishingFreshwater FishingGuided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingHands-OnCitizen ScienceArts and CraftsHunting and GatheringHuntingLiving HistoryHistoric Weapons DemonstrationFirst Person InterpretationJunior Ranger ProgramWildlife WatchingBirdwatchingPark FilmMuseum ExhibitsShoppingBookstore and Park StoreGift Shop and Souvenirs

Operating hours

Each of Jean Lafitte's six sites is open year-round. See the specific site(s) you want to visit for operating hours and days information.

Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
DayHours
MondayAll Day
TuesdayAll Day
WednesdayAll Day
ThursdayAll Day
FridayAll Day
SaturdayAll Day
SundayAll Day

Weather: All of the temperatures listed are in degrees Fahrenheit. Note that relative humidity, especially in summer months, can reach 90%, so temperatures can feel 10-20 degrees hotter than the actual temperature.

Contact and directions

Phone
504-589-3882
Email
[email protected]
Address
419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130
Coordinates
29.8174, -90.1402· View on OpenStreetMap

Official park page on nps.gov Directions

Visitor centers

Visitor centerStandard hoursPhonePassport stamp
Acadian Cultural CenterDaily: Closed3372320789Yes
Barataria PreserveDaily: Closed5046893690Yes
Chalmette Battlefield and Chalmette National CemeteryDaily: 9:30AM - 4:30PM5042810510Yes
French Quarter Visitor CenterMon Closed · Tue 9:30AM - 4:30PM · Wed 9:30AM - 4:30PM · Thu 9:30AM - 4:30PM · Fri 9:30AM - 4:30PM · Sat 9:30AM - 4:30PM · Sun Closed5045893882Yes
Prairie Acadian Cultural CenterMon Closed · Tue 9:30AM - 4:30PM · Wed 9:30AM - 4:30PM · Thu 12:00PM - 7:00PM · Fri 9:30AM - 4:30PM · Sat 9:30AM - 4:30PM · Sun Closed3374578499Yes
Wetlands Acadian Cultural CenterMon Closed · Tue 11:00AM - 7:00PM · Wed 9:30AM - 4:30PM · Thu 9:30AM - 4:30PM · Fri 9:30AM - 4:30PM · Sat 9:30AM - 4:30PM · Sun Closed9854481375Yes

Campgrounds

No NPS campgrounds are listed for this site. Nearby national forests or state parks may offer camping.

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Nearest other NPS sites

Sources

  • Park details, alerts, fees and passes, visitor centers and campgrounds: National Park Service Data API, snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.
  • Official park page: https://www.nps.gov/jela/index.htm
  • Data: National Park Service (NPS) Data API, U.S. Department of the Interior (developer.nps.gov). This product uses the NPS Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the National Park Service. The National Park Service and the U.S. Department of the Interior do not endorse OpenParks. Photos are NPS images shown with their original credits; park descriptions are short excerpts credited to the NPS. Always confirm current conditions on nps.gov before you travel.