Six Flags New Orleans Map and Brochure (2002 – 2005)
Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
Years Active: 2000 – 2005
Six Flags New Orleans is an abandoned theme park located near the intersection of Interstate 10 and Interstate 510 in New Orleans. It first opened as Jazzland in 2000, and a leasing agreement was established with Six Flags in 2002 following the previous operator’s bankruptcy proceedings.
Six Flags invested $20 million in upgrades, and the park reopened as Six Flags New Orleans in 2003. It was closed eight days prior to Hurricane Katrina making landfall on August 29, 2005, and because of serious damage from flooding, the park never reopened and was left abandoned.
Six Flags salvaged several rides and relocated them to other parks. The Industrial Development Board (IDB) of New Orleans owns the property and oversees redevelopment plans.
Following several failed proposals to redevelop the site, it remains abandoned and in poor condition. Videos and photos of the site have emerged over the years from thrill-seekers and YouTubers. As a result, city officials became more diligent in securing the park and banning tourists, tasking the New Orleans Police Department with patrolling the abandoned site and arresting offenders.
An option to demolish and clear the land was explored in 2019 following complaints from local residents, estimated to cost the city $1.3 million. In the meantime, the city continues to generate revenue from the property by occasionally leasing the park to various production companies as a filming location.
Six Flags New Orleans Map 2005
Six Flags New Orleans Brochure 2005
Six Flags New Orleans Map 2004
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Six Flags New Orleans Map 2003
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FAQ
What happened to Six Flags in New Orleans?
Six Flags New Orleans was permanently closed after Hurricane Katrina in 2005 caused severe flooding and damage. The park never reopened due to extensive costs and safety issues. It remains abandoned and is now owned by the City of New Orleans, with multiple redevelopment plans proposed but not executed.
Is Six Flags New Orleans going to be demolished?
Yes, Six Flags New Orleans is scheduled for demolition. In 2024, city officials approved plans to demolish the abandoned theme park to make way for new development. The demolition is part of a larger redevelopment effort intended to revitalize the area, though specific construction timelines remain uncertain.
What replaced Six Flags in New Orleans?
Nothing has officially replaced Six Flags New Orleans. Since its closure in 2005, the site has remained abandoned. Although various redevelopment proposals—including a film studio and a logistics hub—have been suggested, none have materialized. The property is still vacant and owned by the City of New Orleans
Can you visit Six Flags New Orleans?
No, you cannot legally visit Six Flags New Orleans. The site is closed to the public and considered unsafe due to structural decay and environmental hazards. Trespassing is prohibited and enforced by law. Entry without permission can result in fines or arrest by New Orleans authorities.
