It was - and is - also an engineering marvel, the product of five million hours of labor. Explore the culture of a highly sophisticated people who left behind one of North America’s most important archeological sites.
Photo: Bart Everson
Poverty Point National Monument
Now a nearly forgotten culture, Poverty Point at its peak 3,000 years ago was part of an enormous trading network that stretched for hundreds of miles across the continent.
- LocationPioneer, LA
- Entrance No fee listed
- HoursDaily, 9:00AM - 5:00PM
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Weather now88°F Overcast
- Alerts 1 active alert
Overview
Topics
- Archeology
- Native American Heritage
Alerts (1)
InformationWhat To Know Before You Visit Park grounds and visitor center are open, but you're encouraged to call the visitor center at 318-926-5492 for the lates… Read more
Park grounds and visitor center are open, but you're encouraged to call the visitor center at 318-926-5492 for the latest information and COVID-19 precautions before you visit.
Things to Do
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Facilities & Services
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Visitor Centers
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Poverty Point World Heritage Site
Visitor Center
Located in northeastern Louisiana, Poverty Point National Monument can be visited in any season. This site, which contains some of the largest prehistoric earth works in…
Details
Located in northeastern Louisiana, Poverty Point National Monument can be visited in any season. This site, which contains some of the largest prehistoric earth works in North America, is managed by the state of Louisiana. These state park facilities are open to the public. Learn more on the Louisiana State Parks Poverty Point website. https://www.povertypoint.us/ Please note that there are NO federal facilities!
Plan Your Visit
Hours
Daily, 9:00AM - 5:00PM · Poverty Point World Heritage Site
Hours by area (2)
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Poverty Point World Heritage SiteDaily, 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Poverty Point National Monument is managed by the state of Louisiana. Closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
Monday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Tuesday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Wednesday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Thursday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Friday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Saturday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Sunday 9:00AM - 5:00PM -
Standard HoursDaily, 9:00AM - 5:00PM
We are closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.
Monday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Tuesday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Wednesday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Thursday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Friday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Saturday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Sunday 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Entrance fees
No entrance fees listed.
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Weather & conditions
88°F
Overcast · feels like 90°
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Today
95° 69°
Sunny17% rain -
Tomorrow
97° 69°
Sunny2% rain
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Thursday
93° 66°
Sunny1% rain
Updated 2 hr ago
What to expect by season
Summers are sunny, hot, and humid. Winters tend to be mild; however, humid rainy periods occur throughout the year. Sudden and severe thunderstorms are common, so stay alert to weather forecasts. Check with rangers at the Visitor Center and/or USS Cairo Museum for updates on weather patterns. Wear comfortable sportswear appropriate for the season, with walking or hiking shoes recommended.
Getting There
Pioneer, LA 71266
By car, from Interstate 20, take the Delhi exit and travel north on LA 17, east on LA 134 and north on LA 577.
Mailing address: 6859 Hwy. 577, Pioneer, LA 71266
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