Louisiana State Parks

🚧 Bogue Chitto Day Use Playground Closure 🚧

Starting Monday, July 22, 2024, the Bogue Chitto State Park Day Use Playground will be closed through the end of October 2024 for the construction of a new all-inclusive playground, which will be built adjacent to the existing playground.

🌊 Good News! The Day Use Splash Pad will remain open during this period.

We appreciate your understanding and patience as we work to enhance our park facilities for everyone!

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🌳 We're Hiring at Louisiana State Parks🌳

Join our team and help us maintain and enhance the beauty of Louisiana's state parks! We are excited to announce several open positions:

- **Parks, Building, & Grounds Attendant** 🌲
- **Maintenance Repairer 2** 🛠️
- **Administrative Program Specialist C** 🗂️
- **Park Manager B** 👩‍💼👨‍💼
- **Park Ranger 1-2** 👮‍♀️👮‍♂️
- **Interpretive Ranger 1-2** 📚

Apply today and be a part of our mission to preserve and enjoy the natural beauty of Louisiana's state parks. 🌿

For more information and to apply, visit: www.lastateparks.com/employment-opportunities

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🗓️ Mark Your Calendars for July 20 🗓️

Join Louisiana State Parks for an exciting day filled with unique programs and activities for everyone:

D’Arbonne Dutch Oven Cookers Demonstration – Lake D'Arbonne State Park
Wego Cookers Dutch Oven Cooking Demonstrations – Bayou Segnette State Park
Nature for Kids – Louisiana State Arboretum
The Women of Oakley – Audubon State Historic Site
LA Table Chantante St. Martin - Longfellow Evangeline State Historic Site

For more info: www.lastateparks.com

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We had a great turnout at Poverty Point World Heritage Site’s Artifact Identification Day this past Saturday! About 20 people joined Site Manager Mark Brink and our amazing interpretive staff. 12 different collections were reviewed in the archaeology lab. We saw artifacts ranging from several hundred to about 12,000 years old! 🏺🔍

Plus, around two dozen visitors stopped by the lab throughout the day to check out the program. While we usually offer this event in the winter, it’s awesome to see so much interest all year round from folks eager to learn about their artifacts. Thank y’all for coming out and making it a fantastic day! 🙌🌟

To plan your next adventure visit www.lastateparks.com

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Beat the heat with a movie day inside our museum library. This month's feature presentation will be Gettysburg. Bring your friends, family, and favorite snack!

🎉FREE ADMISSION TODAY!🎉
The Louisiana State Park system turns 90 TODAY. Enjoy FREE day-use admission TODAY at any Louisiana State Park or Historic Site. Experience all that your state parks and historic sites have to offer. Plan your visit at www.LaStateParks.com🌳🏞️
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Audubon State Historic Site held a Revolutionary War living history program for 35 guests on Saturday July 6. Reenactors gave presentations on how cannons and infantry were used in the Battle of Baton Rouge in 1779.

To attend a future program like this one check out the calendar of events at: www.lastateparks.com

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🌳 We’re throwing it way back y’all! Back to the beginning of the Louisiana State Park system on this .

The first property acquired in 1934 by the newly established State Parks Commission of Louisiana was Longfellow-Evangeline State Park, now a State Historic Site. This undated photo of picnickers taken around the
1910s at Longfellow-Evangeline in St. Martinville, La.

Be sure to check back every Thursday as we look back at the early days of the state park system. Share some of your favorite Louisiana State Parks throwback photos with us! 📸

Billy Nungesser Lt. Governor of Louisiana

🎉FREE ADMISSION SAT., JULY 13🎉
The Louisiana State Park system turns 90 on July 13. Enjoy FREE day-use admission at any Louisiana State Park or Historic Site on Saturday, July 13. Experience all that your state parks and historic sites have to offer. From fishing and mountain biking to disc golf and kayaking, it's all here.

Learn more and plan your next trip at www.LaStateParks.com🌳🏞️

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Exciting news! 🌟 Preparation work is underway for one of two special needs playgrounds planned at Fontainebleau State Park and Bogue Chitto State Park . These accessible playgrounds will provide a safe and fun environment for all children to enjoy. 🎉 We are thrilled to share that both playgrounds are expected to be completed by the end of 2024. Stay tuned for updates as we bring these wonderful new additions to our parks! 🌳✨

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June 29 was the monthly guided canoe tour on Chicot Lake. 18 paddlers and Interpretive Ranger Eric Bush launched from the south landing to find shade among the bald cypresses and tupelos. The group found the newly reported osprey nest and spotted an immature osprey that was likely born at the nest. To join future canoe tours at Louisiana State Arboretum check out www.lastateparks.com for more details.

Billy Nungesser Lt. Governor of Louisiana

Today, we celebrate the birth of our great nation and the freedoms we cherish.

Plan your perfect Independence Day by visiting: www.lastateparks.com

From all of us at Louisiana State Parks , we wish you a safe, joyful, and patriotic Fourth of July! 🎇

Billy Nungesser Lt. Governor of Louisiana

🗓️ Mark Your Calendars for July 6! 🗓️

Join Louisiana State Parks for an exciting day filled with unique programs and activities for everyone:

🏰 Life Between the Battles – Mansfield State Historic Site

🧵 Tea & Textiles: Shuttle Tatting – Fort Jesup

🎣 18th Century Fishing – Fort St. Jean Baptiste State Historic Site

💥 War of 1812 Cannon Demonstration – Audubon State Historic Site

🐊 Alligators –Louisiana State Arboretum

Visit www.lastateparks.com for more details. See you there! 🎉

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🌞🏞️ Beat the heat this summer by visiting our refreshing splashpads at some of the best state parks! Cool off and enjoy family fun at these amazing locations:

Bogue Chitto State Park
Lake Fausse Pointe State Park
Tickfaw State Park
Fontainebleau State Park
Poverty Point Reservoir State Park
St. Bernard State Park
Jimmie Davis State Park
Palmetto Island State Park
Chicot State Park

Pack your swimsuits and sunscreen, and make a splash with us! 🌊👙🏊‍♂️

👉 Visit www.lastateparks.com for more details and plan your next adventure today!

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Last minute cabin availability.. 👇👇

🏕️ It's National Camping Week, and there's no better place to celebrate than Louisiana State Parks! Whether you're a seasoned camper or new to the great outdoors, our parks offer the perfect setting for your next adventure.

🌲 Explore Nature: Discover the beauty and tranquility of Louisiana’s diverse landscapes and wildlife. There’s something for everyone to enjoy.

🏞️ Outdoor Activities: Enjoy hiking, fishing, bird watching, and so much more. Our parks provide a wide range of activities for all ages and interests.

🌌 Sleep Under the Stars: Experience the magic of a night under the stars. Whether you prefer a tent, an RV, or a cozy cabin, we have accommodations to suit your camping style.

Go to www.lastateparks.com to plan your next adventure!

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THIS. RIGHT.HERE! It’s why we do what we do at Louisiana State Parks…And Love It!

📸Tori Seeser & Aaron Salinger
📍Bogue Chitto State Park

Join us for an exciting weekend filled with nature adventures at the Louisiana State Arboretum! 🦉🚣‍♀️

📅 June 28 - Nature at Night: Nocturnal Mammals
Discover the fascinating world of nocturnal mammals with our expert guides. Perfect for all ages!

📅 June 30 - Guided Canoe Tour
Paddle through the serene waters of Lake Chicot and experience nature like never before on our guided canoe tour.

🌳✨Don't miss out on these incredible events! Plan your visit now and immerse yourself in the natural wonders of Louisiana State Parks: www.lastateparks.com

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Looking for a place to beat this summer time heat? 🥵🔥 We have just the place for you to come cool off!! 😎

Pool hours are Thursday-Sunday 9:00AM-5:00PM

Come out to Poverty Point World Heritage Site today for the 10-year anniversary as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Admission to the site is FREE today, June 22. There will be engaging, informative programs offered throughout the day. Get the full program schedule 🔗 https://tinyurl.com/mxhkfvvv

Be sure and tune in Friday morning to KATC-TV 3: Acadiana's Newschannel to watch Meteorologist Daniel Phillips deliver the weather live from Lake Fausse Pointe State Park.

Lake Fausse Pointe State Park, located in the heart of the Atchafalaya Basin, is a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts! This park offers a unique glimpse into Louisiana's rich natural heritage with its majestic cypress-tupelo swamps, scenic waterways and abundant wildlife. Visitors can enjoy activities such as kayaking, fishing, hiking, and bird watching in this beautiful and diverse ecosystem. 🐊🛶🎣
Plan your trip today at www.lastateparks.com

Atchafalaya National Heritage Area
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We were so honored to host the Louisiana BASS National College tournament at North Toledo Bend State Park recently. Congratulations to all for an excellent tournament. We look forward to hosting in the future! Check out these great pictures from the tournament

Toledo Bend Lake Country
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Palmetto Island State Park, located along the Vermilion River, offers visitors a unique glimpse into Louisiana's rich wetland ecosystem. Opened in 2010, the park features lush palmetto forests, scenic waterways, and abundant wildlife, providing fantastic opportunities for camping, canoeing, hiking, and bird watching! 🛶🌲🦢

Plan your trip today at www.lastateparks.com

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Saturday, June 22 is the 10-year anniversary of Poverty Point World Heritage Site becoming an UNESCO World Heritage Site. To commemorate 10 years of world heritage, admission to the site will be FREE on June 22. Engaging, informative programs will be offered throughout the day. Get the full program schedule 🔗 https://tinyurl.com/mxhkfvvv

✨Come out to Bogue Chitto State Park for a 👀sneak peek of the new mountain bike skills area tomorrow, June 15 at 2 p.m. Featuring designer/builder Seth Gebel with Backyard Trail Builds and demos from Trio Behind Bars. Billy Nungesser Lt. Governor of Louisiana Washington Parish Tourism Explore Louisiana

👀 SNEAK PEAK 👀 at the progress being made at Cypremort Point State Park. The new campground 🏕️ is coming along nicely. 🌴Palm trees were installed this week! In addition cabin upgrades are in progress! We will have more to come news to come…..in the meantime check out www.lastateparks.com to plan your next visit to any of our parks!

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