Visitors

Welcome to the Town of Jean Lafitte. Our bayous, wetlands and bays are home to a unique environment, culture and cuisine. Come explore the area by taking a hike on one of the many trails, canoe in miles of open waterways, glide on a tour boat or take an exciting airboat ride. Experience world-class fishing with an experienced fishing guide and taste great local seafood in one of our restaurants. Enjoy your visit!.

799 Jean Lafitte Blvd.
Lafitte, LA
504-689-2299
Mon.- Fri. 9pm – 3pm

Brochures and local advice from Claudette. Also see an animated puppet exhibit that tells the story of the pirate Jean Lafitte and the Battle of New Orleans.

580 Jean Lafitte Blvd.
Lafitte, LA 70067
(504) 689-3497
Tuesday – Sunday 10 am – 5 pm

In the fall of 2011 the Fisheries Museum will relocate to the Multi-Purpose Complex at 4917 City Park Drive. The museum tells the 200-year story of life in the fishing communities along Bayou Barataria. Exhibits explore the people and industries of the region, including the notorious pirate Jean Lafitte, who operated in the Gulf of Mexico in the early 1800s.

6588 Barataria Blvd.
Marrero, LA
504-689-3690 ext. 10
Open daily 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

The park’s 23,000 acres offer a taste of Louisiana’s wild wetlands. Boardwalks and trails wind through the park’s bayous, swamps, marshes and forests. See alligators, nutrias and over 300 species of birds. Visit the visitor’s center to see exhibits on how the Mississippi River built Louisiana’s wetlands, the national importance of the area, and the relation between the land and its people. Self-guided tours and cell phone tours are offered.

Attractions

City Park Street (behind the Multi-Purpose Center)

Hike on boardwalks over a 41-acre site through the moss covered cypress swamp. Trails include covered pavilions, benches and scenic overlooks. This is a great place for viewing wildlife – from herons to alligators and turtles – and marsh plant species, such as Louisiana iris, lilies and orchids.

Swamp Tours and Canoe Rentals

5145 Fleming Park Road
Lafitte, LA
1-888-GO-SWAMP
(504) 689-2005
airboatadventures.com

Launch times:
9:45 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.

6601 Leo Kerner Pwy.
Marrero, LA
(504) 689-4186; (800) 445-4109
www.jeanlafitteswamptour.com

Launch times:
10 a.m. and 2 p.m. every day and 12 noon during the summer

9706 Barataria Blvd.
504-689-3599; 1-888-30-SWAMP
www.louisianaswamp.com

Launch Times:
9:40, 12:10, 2:10 and 4:15

7145 Barataria Blvd.
Marrero, LA
504.689.2663
www.bayoubarn.com

Canoe Rentals and Private Parties Thursday–Sunday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Marinas

4932 Kenal Rd.
Lafitte, LA
504-689-2013
www.bayoufuel.com

We offer a full range of marine and fishing supplies, groceries, and accessories. We are also the only Costa Del Mar premium dealer in Lafitte.

5057 Kenal Rd.
Lafitte, LA
504-689-3148
www.c-waymarina.com

Seaway is a full service marina serving recreational fishermen, fishing guides and commercial fishermen. They can supply all your fresh and saltwater fishing needs to include – boat launch, wet slips, covered boat storage, bait, fishing license, snacks, drinks and more.
Open Daily 5 a.m.-6 p.m.

4477 Jean Lafitte Blvd.
Lafitte, LA
504-689-3701

4811 Privateer Blvd.
Barataria, LA
504-689-4304
800-547-6501
www.joeslanding.com

Joe’s Landing is the popular jumping off point for inland freshwater and saltwater fishing in one of Louisiana’s most productive marine fisheries, the Barataria Estuary.

Fishing

Jean Lafitte is a paradise for inland saltwater fishing. Whether you are fishing on Lafitte’s public pier, from your own boat or with an expert guide, the Barataria Basin is the perfect place to explore the inland marsh and catch redfish, speckled trout, drum and flounder.

Follow Hwy 45 to the end and take a right on 2nd St. and then aleft at the stop sign, the Pier is one your right.

Charter Fishing

4915 Joan Marie Dr.
Barataria, LA
504-689-4120
(Cell) 504-329-2728
www.jeanlafittecharters.com

Fishing and Charter Guide Service specializing in redfish, speckled trout and bass.

4811 Privateer Blvd.
Barataria, LA
504-689-4304
800-547-6501
www.joeslanding.com

5057 Kenal Rd.
Lafitte, LA
Seaway Marina
504.416.5896
www.neworleansstylefishing.com

3080 Privateer Blvd.
Barataria, LA
(504) 233-1005
www.rojascharters.com

2783 Privateer Blvd.
Barataia, LA
504-341-5614
504-570-9218
www.neworleansfishing.com

4811 Privateer Blvd.
Barataria, LA
504-416-0409

4964 Ej Ruttley St.
Barataria, LA
800-206-6646
504-689-2665
www.rippscharters.com

4811 Privateer Blvd.
Barataria, LA
504-416-0409

4775 Jean Lafitte Blvd.
Lafitte, LA
(504) 689-2006

504-382-2268
www.eccentriccharters.net

2629 Privateer Blvd.
Barataria, LA
504-689-7588
1-800-741-1340
www.neworleansfishintours.com

Places To Eat

5134 Boutte St.
Lafitte, LA
504-689-3889
Tues. – Wed. 11a.m. – 4p.m.
Thurs – Sun. 11a.m. – 9:30
p.m. (Closed Mon.)

Come eat and watch the shrimp boats along the bayou. A family restaurant serving homemade gumbo, seafood platters, fired chicken and more.

7163 Barataria Blvd.
Crown Point, LA
504-689-7834
Tues – Sat 11:30a.m. – 9 p.m.
Sun. 11:30a.m. – 6 p.m.
(closed Mon.)

Sit underneath live oaks overlooking Bayou Barataria and enjoy fresh local seafood and authentic Cajun cuisine.

4831 Jean Lafitte Blvd.
Lafitte, LA
504-689-2748
Tues.-Sat., 11 a.m. ‚Äì 9 p.m.
(Closed Sun and Mon.)

Over 30 years experience cooking home-style cajun dishes. Great sandwiches, platters, po-boys and daily specials.

5134 Nunez St.
Lafitte, LA
504-689-2482
Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m. ‚Äì 9 p.m.,
(Closed Sun.)

Award winning authentic Creole, Cajun and German dishes.

Places To Stay

504-341-5614

4932 Kenal Rd.
Lafitte, LA
504-689-2013
www.teamlafitteharbour.com

RV Parking, Cabins and Trailers

2057 Kenal Rd.
Lafitte, LA
504-689-3148
www.c-waymarina.com

RV Parking

5057 Kenal Rd. – Lot 202,
Lafitte, LA
504-382-2268
www.eccentriccharters.net

Boat Houses and Trailers

2629 Privateer Blvd.
Barataria, LA
1-800-741-1340
www.griffinfishing.com

One and Two Bedroom Apartments

4811 Privateer Blvd.
Barataria, LA
504-689-4304
1-800-547-6501
www.joeslanding.com

Joe’s is a full service recreational marina with waterside accommodations, covered and secured boat storage, back-down launch ramps, a “quick” hoist, fuel dock, live bait, ice, fuel, refreshments, fishing licenses, casual dining AND MORE.

7040 Barataria Blvd.
Crown Point, LA
504-689-3333

Monthly Rentals Only

Stores

3176 Barataria Blvd #B
Marrero, LA
504-347-9811

2788 Jean Lafitte Blvd.
Lafitte, LA
504.689.3577

2695 Jean Lafitte Blvd.
Lafitte, LA
504-689-4122

798 Jean Lafitte Blvd.
Lafitte, LA

5111 Fisherman Blvd.
Lafitte, LA
504-689-8501