Overview
About Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve.
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.
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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. 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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Ask a Ranger: French Quarter
Curious about the French Quarter or New Orleans history? Ask a Ranger!
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Become a Jean Lafitte B.A.R.K. Ranger
10-30 MinutesHey 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. Just follow the B.A.R.K. Ranger code!
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Chalmette National Cemetery Audio Tour
30-60 MinutesThis tour of the Chalmette National Cemetery shares a few of the thousands of stories of the men and women buried at the national cemetery, giving a voice to those who can no longer speak.
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Discover French Quarter Architecture
Take a stroll while you learn about architectural history.
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Discover Native Plants in Our Courtyard
Come discover yet another reason why the Louisiana delta is such a unique place, by visiting our urban collection of native plants!
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Explore Natural History at Barataria
Take a stroll through forest, swamp, and marsh on the Barataria Preserve audio tour.
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Relax in Our Courtyard
Soak in history by taking a break.
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Visit the Park Store
Looking for the perfect souvenir? Visit the Park Store! There's one at each of the park's six sites.
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Walk the Trails at the Barataria Preserve
Want to experience Louisiana's wetlands? Walk the trails at the Barataria Preserve.
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