Louisiana park closures & advisories

National Park Service

To request a guided tour, please contact the park a minimum of two weeks in advance. The grounds and outbuildings of Oakland Plantation and Magnolia Plantation are open for self-guided tours from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm Wednesday through Sunday.

Updated Jul 2, 2026Official notice ↗

National Park Service

Operating hours are 9:00 am to 3:30 pm Wednesday through Sunday until further notice.

Updated Mar 28, 2025

National Park Service

The interior of the Oakland Main House is ONLY open to the public on weekends from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. All tours of the house are self-guided and occupancy within the building is limited. Please plan accordingly.

Updated Oct 8, 2022

National Park Service

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…

Updated Jun 15, 2026

National Park Service

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.

Updated Dec 10, 2025

National Park Service

The New Orleans Jazz NHP & Jean Lafitte NHP&P have a combined French Quarter Visitor Center at 419 Decatur Street. Open Tuesdays through Saturdays, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. Calendar for events: https://www.nps.gov/jazz/planyourvisit/calendar.

Updated Jul 23, 2026

National Park Service

Park grounds and visitor center are open, but you're encouraged to call the visitor center at 318-926-5492 for the latest information and COVID-19 precautions before you visit.

Updated Jul 20, 2020