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Monday 8am - 5pm Tuesday 8am - 5pm Wednesday 8am - 5pm Thursday 8am - 5pm Friday 8am - 5pm Saturday 11am - 5pm Sunday 11am - 5pm

Acadiana Park Nature Station

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Nature Trails are open every day, from dawn until dusk. Weekend Video Series and Guided Hikes. Night Hikes the last Saturday of each month.

Environmental Education Programs offered year round. Young Naturalist Club for 10 to 13 year olds.

10/31/2026

Jessica Tassin, Naturalist from the Acadiana Park Nature Station visited North Regional Library on Thursday, October 22. She had a fun and informative presentation for the children in attendance including many things for them to see and touch! The children learned about all sorts of animals and plants found in Acadiana, and everyone was eager to visit the Nature Station this fall! To check out what's happening at your neighborhood Lafayette Public Library, stop by and pick up a BookTalk newsletter. You can also view BookTalk as well as check our comprehensive event calendar at lafayettepubliclibrary.org.

10/04/2026

Good write up for us

This easy four-mile trail features ancient oak trees and colorful flowers, perfect for nature lovers. Link in comments to find out more. ⬇️

09/11/2026

At last, the creatures are stirring! You can now register for the Halloween Art & Nature Festival 2026 at https://bit.ly/HalloweenFestival26 !

Spend Halloween in the woods with art, performances, science, strange creatures, Dungeons & Dragons, nocturnal hikes, and more.

On Saturday, October 31, 2026, Atelier de la Nature invites beings of all ages to a completely FREE day and night festival exploring the mysterious world of Creatures of the Night through art, music, science, nature, folklore and Halloween fun.

Across Atelier’s 30-acre nature reserve and sculpture park, you’ll encounter immersive art installations, live performances, hands-on art and science activities, Louisiana wildlife, folklore, music, food and plenty of wonderfully weird Halloween surprises.

Come in costume. Cosplay is encouraged. Stay after dark if you dare.

🌙 🦇 🐺 🐈‍⬛ 🦉REGISTRATION REQUIRED for morning, afternoon, evening sessions and D&D tournament – The event is FREE but space is limited 🌙 🦇 🐺 🐈‍⬛ 🦉

09/06/2026

09/06/2026

06/19/2026

Nature Station Now Hiring
Part-time Naturalist

06/19/2026

We are looking to hire a new part-time naturalist again. Must be able to work Sundays from 9:00 - 5:00

Nature Station Now Hiring
Part-time Naturalist

06/12/2026

04/15/2026

Camping just got easier in Lafayette 🌿🏕️

You can now reserve campground sites at Acadiana Park Campground and the Nature Station online through CivicRec—making it easier than ever to plan your next outdoor adventure.

From quick getaways to family outings, your spot is just a few clicks away.
👉 Read the full announcement and details in our press release: https://www.lafayettela.gov/news/posts/parc-launches-online-reservations-for-acadiana-park-campground-nature-station-ahead-of-festival-season/

Address

1205 E Alexander Street
Lafayette, LA
70501

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm
Saturday	11am - 5pm
Sunday	11am - 5pm

Telephone

+13372918448

Website

http://www.naturestation.org/

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