Louisiana State Parks

⚠️ UPDATE (5/21/26 at 11:30 AM CST): Due to unexpected mechanical issues, the swimming pool at Lake D’Arbonne State Park will NOT open on Friday, 5/22/26, and will remain closed until further notice. Our crews are actively working on a solution to resolve this issue as quickly as possible. We will post a new update here as soon as a reopening date is confirmed.

☀️ Splash Into Summer This Memorial Day Weekend! 🏊‍♂️Beat the heat starting Friday, May 22! Louisiana State Parks are opening pools, splash pads, and beach areas statewide!

🌊 Where to Cool Off:
Pools: Chemin-A-Haut, Lake D’Arbonne, and North Toledo Bend.

Splash Pads: Bogue Chitto, Chicot, Fontainebleau, Jimmie Davis, Lake Bruin, Palmetto Island, Poverty Point Reservoir, St. Bernard, and Tickfaw.

Beaches: Bogue Chitto, Cypremort Point, Fontainebleau, Grand Isle, Jimmie Davis, Lake Claiborne, Poverty Point Reservoir, and South Toledo Bend.

⏱️Pool Hours: 10 AM–7 PM (Fri-Sat) | 10 AM–5 PM (Sun-Mon). Splash pads and beaches open daily!

🎟️ Plan your trip: lastateparks.com

Billy Nungesser Lt. Governor of Louisiana

Head to Bogue Chitto State Park on June 13 for the 16th annual Run to the Hills trail run.
Register here:

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Spring hikes with your best friend by your side? More of this, please. 😍🥾

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📍 Fontainebleau State Park,

Preservation in Progress: Centenary State Historic Site

The Louisiana Office of State Parks is proud to announce the completion of a significant carpentry restoration project. 🛠️To combat natural deterioration and ensure visitor safety, our team:

✅ Replaced the entire porch decking with new tongue & groove boards.
✅ Repaired and restored railings, balusters, and column base caps.
✅ Refreshed all surfaces with pressure washing, sanding, and a complete repaint.
✅ Upgraded the ADA ramp to ensure accessible entry for all guests.

Maintaining our state’s historic landmarks is a top priority. These updates ensure that Centenary remains a safe and beautiful destination for years to come. 🏛️

Billy Nungesser Lt. Governor of Louisiana

Adventure is calling this weekend at Louisiana State Parks! Check out the lineup:

Saturday May 9
-ARTS & CRAFTS AT THE VISITORS CENTER-Fontainebleau State Park
-I FOUND THE ROUGAROU AT TICKFAW STATE PARK!-Tickfaw State Park
-BIRD HIKE-Louisiana State Arboretum State Preservation Area
-REMEMBERING THE MEXICAN-AMERICAN WAR-Fort Jesup State Historic Site
-THE PLANTATION CARPENTER-Audubon State Historic Site
-TEA & TEXTILES: NEEDLE TATTING-Fort Jesup State Historic Site
-GOURDS THE MULTITOOL OF THE COLONY-Fort St. Jean Baptiste State Historic Site
-RANGER-GUIDED HIKE-Poverty Point World Heritage Site
-WOMEN DURING THE CIVIL WAR-Mansfield State Historic Site
-THE CAMPAIGNERS: BOOK CLUB-Mansfield State Historic Site
-PLANTS WITH A PURPOSE-Fontainebleau State Park

Sunday May 10
-MOTHER'S DAY KIDS COLORING SHEETS-Jimmie Davis State Park
-WOODWORKING WITH THE RANGER-Fontainebleau State Park

Be sure to check individual park pages for any weather-related updates or cancellations before you head out. Plan your trip here: https://www.lastateparks.com/louisiana-state-parks-programs-events