CLIMB. SPLASH. EXPLORE.
From soaring treehouses to splash pad giggles, the Moncus Park Play Area is where fun and imagination come to life. All play area features are open daily from 9 AM to 9 PM, free with park admission.
Play Area Rules
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The Ochsner Lafayette General inclusive playground features nature-inspired structures and interactive pieces, all surrounded by a custom rubber groundcover that mimics the features of a swampy Louisiana landscape. The playground includes separate areas for younger and older children, as well as a swing set.
Inclusivity and accessibility are at the heart of this space β every feature is designed so the whole family can enjoy it together. Made possible by Ochsner Lafayette General, Our Savior's Church, the George Crain Memorial Fund, and Lafayette Family Eye Care.
| Season | Dates | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Spring & Summer | March 1 – September 30 | Daily 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Fall & Winter | October 1 – February 28 | Daily 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
Closed every Tuesday until noon for cleaning and maintenance. Hours are weather-dependent and may vary during special events.
This 5,100 square foot water feature is centered around a large alligator sculpture facing a pirogue play structure. The alligator features "breathing" water arches along its abdomen, while children in the pirogue are "so frightened" that the boat shakes, creating waves with custom jets β all with no standing water. Custom jets throughout the wet deck mimic bald cypress knees shooting up from the ground.
Designed by Fluidity Design Consultants, a global leader in water feature design founded by Jim Garland, a UL Lafayette architecture graduate.
Designed by Pete Nelson of Nelson Treehouse and Animal Planet's Treehouse Masters, the Savoy Family Treehouse is a two-story ADA accessible structure crafted from reclaimed red cypress. It features a spacious 450 sq ft main deck, a second-story lookout, cargo net climbing walls, and a 225-foot ADA boardwalk ramp with an overlook deck β offering an inclusive and memorable experience for visitors of all abilities.
Connected to the Savoy Family Treehouse by a thrilling 28-foot walkway, the Dreamhouse is a 400 square foot structure that expands the adventure. It features a 12-foot rope bridge for young explorers and an expansive deck below β a perfect gathering space for families and evening events.
The Play Area Is Made Possible By
We are grateful to the generous donors and community partners who made this space possible.