National Historical Park and Preserve · LA

Dogs in Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve

Can I bring my dog, and on which trails?
Banned on trailsLeash: 6 feet maximum, at all times.

Across Jean Lafitte's sites, leashed pets are limited to parking areas and grounds. They are not allowed on the Barataria Preserve trails or in any buildings.

None. At Barataria Preserve pets are allowed only in parking areas and on the visitor center deck; at Chalmette Battlefield pets are allowed on the grounds but not inside buildings.
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Where dogs are allowed

None. At Barataria Preserve pets are allowed only in parking areas and on the visitor center deck; at Chalmette Battlefield pets are allowed on the grounds but not inside buildings.

Where dogs are banned

All buildings, public events and programs, Barataria Preserve trails, the French Quarter Visitor Center, and Chalmette National Cemetery.

Leash rule

6 feet maximum, at all times.

Service animals

Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.

Official source
National Park Service
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Last verified 2026-07-09
Designation
National Historical Park and Preserve

Common questions

Can I bring my dog to Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve?

Across Jean Lafitte's sites, leashed pets are limited to parking areas and grounds. They are not allowed on the Barataria Preserve trails or in any buildings. None. At Barataria Preserve pets are allowed only in parking areas and on the visitor center deck; at Chalmette Battlefield pets are allowed on the grounds but not inside buildings.

What is the leash rule at Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve?

6 feet maximum, at all times.

Are service animals allowed at Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve?

Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.