Are ticks a problem in Lafayette?

There have been 200 tick reports near Lafayette, LA, with 0 bites and 200 sightings. The most common species reported is the Unidentified. Check the Tick Map for the latest 2026 tick activity.

What kind of ticks are in Lafayette?

The most commonly reported tick species in Lafayette include Unidentified, Deer Tick. Each species carries different disease risks — see our species guide for identification help.

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Ticks in Lafayette, LA

200 tick reports from the Lafayette, LA area.

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200

Total Reports

200

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in Lafayette

Unidentified195 (98%)

Deer Tick5 (3%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Tick Safety in Lafayette

Ticks are active in Lafayette, LA and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Unidentified, making up 98% of reports.

✓Wear light-colored clothing when walking in wooded areas or tall grass
✓Use EPA-registered tick repellent (DEET, picaridin, or IR3535)
✓Do a full-body tick check after being outdoors — especially behind ears, hairline, and waistband
✓Shower within 2 hours of coming inside
✓If bitten, remove the tick with fine-tipped tweezers and monitor for symptoms for 30 days