Spanish moss hangs from live oak tree

National Historical Park and Preserve

Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve

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Info

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. Walk in the footsteps of the men who fought at 1815’s Battle of New Orleans. Follow the link to discover the treasure of Jean Lafitte.

Park Photos

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Spanish moss and lush vegetation provide glimpses of Louisiana's wild wetlands at Jean Lafitte's Barataria Preserve.

Credit: NPS Photo

Spanish moss hangs from live oak tree
An oak tree arches over a cannon-guarded rampart with historic house and American flag in background
Setting sun lights up cemetery headstones
Visitor center exhibit titled "Crossroads of Cultures"
Model of an early Acadian home sits in a glass case
Exhibit case full of musical instruments
guitar sits on a dimly lit porch styled stage

Activities

Arts and Culture
Craft Demonstrations
Cultural Demonstrations
Live Music
Guided Tours
Self-Guided Tours - Walking
Hands-On
Citizen Science
Arts and Crafts
Living History
Historic Weapons Demonstration
First Person Interpretation
Junior Ranger Program
Museum Exhibits
Bookstore and Park Store
Wildlife Watching
Birdwatching
Park Film
Fishing
Freshwater Fishing
Hunting and Gathering
Hunting
Shopping
Gift 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.

DayHours
Friday
All Day
Monday
All Day
Sunday
All Day
Tuesday
All Day
Saturday
All Day
Thursday
All Day
Wednesday
All Day

Weather info

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. Spring (March, April, May): average high 77 and low 61. Summer (June, July, August): average high 89 and low 75. Fall (September, October, November): average high 78 and low 64. Winter (December, January, February): average high 64 and low 48.

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