Barataria Preserve Hunting and Trapping

White-tailed deer are elusive inhabitants of the Barataria Preserve.

Hunting and trapping are allowed at the Barataria Preserve by permit only.

Trappers - A permit is required to trap in the Barataria Preserve. Permits are free. To apply, call the park's natural resource program manager at 504-589-3882 ext. 119. A valid State of Louisiana Trapping License is required.

Hunters - Special permits are required to hunt at the Barataria Preserve. Permits are free. Applications for permits for the 2012-2013 hunting season closed on Monday, October 1. Only hunters who received a 2012-2013 permit may hunt at the Barataria Preserve during the 2012-2013 hunting season. Hunters with permits who need additional drop slips can download them here.

For future reference: when applying for a permit, you must bring

• a current and valid Louisiana driver's license or other photo identification
• a hunter safety card (if applicable)
• a current Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries hunting license
• if hunting waterfowl, all applicable duck stamps (federal and state)

To learn more about hunting at the preserve, see the 2012-2013 season links below. The Barataria Preserve hunting brochure includes hunt dates, rules, and other useful information.

For answers to questions about hunting and trapping, call the preserve at 504-689-3690 ext. 17 or email the park.

• Barataria Preserve 2012-2013 hunting brochure
• hunt zones map 1
• hunt zones map 2
• waterfowl hunting at the Barataria Preserve
• waterfowl hunt zones map
• Louisiana Hunting Regulations 2012-2013