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2013 Park Map The latest Lafreniere Park map of facilities can be downloaded here as a PDF file. |
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Ball Fields The structures associated with the ball fields make maintaining this area more difficult. The fields are primarily used for ball fields and are an asset to the park. The ball fields also serve many recreational functions such as, football, baseball, softball, Frisbee and kite flying. |
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Bark Park Opened in January 2012, this five (5) acre park is sectioned into two areas - one for large dogs and one for dogs 22 lbs and under.
Hours of Operation: Tues thru Sun - 7:00 am - 7:00 PM
Mon only - 1:00 PM-7:00 PM
LAFRENIERE BARK PARK RULES
• CHILDREN UNDER 10 ARE PROHIBITED AND UNDER 16 MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT
• ALL DOGS MUST HAVE CURRENT RABIES AND OTHER VACCINES AS REQUIRED BY LAW
• Please control your dog at all times. Aggressive behavior is not allowed.
• Owners must remain inside fenced area, with leash in hand, and within view and voice control of their dogs at all times.
• Please do not leave the Bark Park gate open.
• Only small dogs (under 22 lbs) are allowed to use the small dog area.
• Three (3) dogs maximum per visitor allowed in the Bark Park.
• All dogs must be leashed when preparing to leave and once outside.
• Agility equipment is for dog use only. Please do not climb or allow children to climb on equipment
The following are NOT ALLOWED in the Bark Park
• No unattended dogs.
• No female dogs in heat. All un-neutered males must be closely supervised.
• No sick dogs
• No puppies under 4 months of age
• No people food, no dog treats, no rawhide chews, etc. allowed
• No glass containers
• No spike or choke collars
• No toys
• No chasing dogs or playing with dogs without owner’s permission.
• No running, jogging, bicycles, rollerblades, skateboards, strollers or scooters allowed.
PLEASE CLEAN UP AFTER YOUR DOG AND DEPOSIT ALL LITTER IN TRASH RECEPTACLES
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Carousel and Picnic Area This active area has been enhanced by the addition of a carousel. Accessible by a large parking lot, the carousel is adjacent to picnic shelters, a restroom and children's playground. This area can accommodate a wide variety of activities; therefore will be improved to provide for larger crowds. |
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Disc Golf Area The disc golf area includes some of the more passive areas of the park. Trees will be added to increase the difficulty of the course, and add more shade. The earth berms will be restored to there original heights throughout the entire park. |
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Foundation Center The Foundation Center is a high use area of the park. The Foundation Center building has good views to the rest of the park. The outdoor area needs to be more inviting. The patio area is very hot in the summer months. The landscaping will be upgraded. Some of the plants have reached the end of their life cycle. Adding more spaces for outdoor functions will add more options for the revenue generating Foundation Center. |
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Maintenance Yard The Maintenance Yard should include storage areas for material like sand, planting mix and mulch. The fence is a conspicuous feature adjacent to the Healthtrak and picnic site. Vehicular access is being redeveloped for efficiency. |
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Marsh Island The marsh island is a very good area to sightsee and learn about the endemic flora and fauna of Louisiana, and is dedicated as a bird sanctuary, as is the entire park. This area is so different from the other areas found in the park, because of its natural vegetation and animal life living within. The park is working with state agencies to redevelop the marsh island area to more closely achieve the marshland objective of the original master plan. This will include improved circulation and aeration. |
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Multi-Use Fields The multi-use fields are one of the heaviest used areas of the park primarily used for soccer. The decision to keep the open multi-use fields rather than constructing the tennis courts was a good one. This allows flexibility of how the space can be used. Some of the weaknesses noted were the lack of shaded and sitting areas, and the lack of restroom facilities close by. More trees will be planted along side the fields to produce shade, and a restroom is planned to be located nearby on the same side of the street as the fields. |
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Open Meadow The open meadow area is used as a large gathering area for events such as the Fourth of July celebrations. This area is being re-graded to improve drainage. The area will be defined better by adding more trees around the perimeter. |
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Patio Garden |
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Spray Park The new Spray Park is approximately 4,000 square feet of FUN for children 10 & under. It has 13 water features – 5 in-ground, 5 above ground and 3 water cannons which alternate between features and is located adjacent to the Carousel. It will be open to the public (Friday 7/13, Saturday 7/14 & Sunday 7/15) and beginning Monday, July 16, 2012 there will be a $5 per person per 45-minute session implemented. Sessions will begin on the hour. Spray Park hours are Noon until 7:00 pm all week. Maximum capacity is 75 people. Attendant has NO cash - please provide exact cash only. |
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