Such an amazing park. Well, if I'm being honest, I wouldn't even classify this as a park. It's…read moretruly a complex with EVERYTHING you could ask for related to outdoor activities. Some of the activities available include: Beach Volleyball courts Batting cages (softball and baseball) Soccer fields (17+) Disc golf course Skate park Dog park Baseball/softball fields (16, plus a stadium) Football fields (Plus stadium) Convention center (with indoor basketball/volleyball courts) Gym Parking Parking Parking Parking Parking Parking Essentially, if you enjoy being outside, you'll find a suitable activity here! And best of all, this place is immaculately maintained and the activities are spread throughout the expansive property, which means little traffic and little congestion as thousands of people enjoy themselves. Quite seriously, this park is a model for how a park should be designed, maintained, and operated. What a magnificent place!!

Great facility for practically any outdoor activity; running, soccer, baseball, softball, tee ball,…read moreracket sports, basketball, volleyball, etc.; indoor venues also ideal for expositions and other group activities.

Water aerobics was great! Instructors are high energy, music is wonderful. Can't wait to come back!read more

The water aerobics classes are so much fun! My accountability partner and I started attending the…read morecourses this past week, and we've had such a blast each and every day! Community members are supportive, inviting and fun of life, and the space is always welcoming and spotless. I highly recommend!

My son goes here for swimming lessons and so far is been great!…read moreGood location and very clean pool.

My kids have grown up here. The members are our extended family, not just other members of the…read moreclub. The kids have enjoyed both the swim and dive teams, and 2 of my kids have moved onto coaching for the club while 2 are still participating. Turns out this is a tradition at Sunrise. Beautiful pools and there are 2 large pools with one reserved for adults only! The kids have a blast, but I have as much fun as them!

This is a MUST do activity in New Orleans, and you could truly spend a whole day here. My favorite…read morething is to walk and visit the giant oak trees. They are truly majestic. The first Cafe du Monde is located in the park so you can grab a coffee and a treat for your walk. The playground space is excellent and the outdoor sculpture garden is free to visit. Check the calendar for special events and plenty of other paid activities!

Hey, I didn't know this park went on for miles and miles until after I saw everyone else's reviews…read more I still give it 5 stars for the little bit I saw and experienced. I just walked on the outskirts of this enormous park. On my way to the New Orleans Museum of Art, I walked on the sidewalk. I really enjoyed the large, old canopy of trees that line both sides of the sidewalk. On my way to and from the museum, I saw so many varieties of birds and groups of squirrels. The squirrels were frolicking and playing, chasing one another. The ducks were just hanging out, but there were other varieties of birds that were searching for and dining on earthworms, after the rain had brought them up to the surface. Lots of space and green grass. It's a beautiful park to visit and enjoy nature. No need to drive. You can take the trolly here, as I did.

I like how big. And all of its indoor amenities like basketball courts, pool and indoor track. I…read morewish they would update their gym equipment is like from the early 2000's and falling apart. It takes forever when something breaks for them to fix it. And they need to clean the mold off their vents.

Love this gym! Nice pool. Nice facilities. The staff are super friendly and helpful. Day passes are…read more$13 , but they are doing a summer special for $100 for the summer.

Disregard the reviews from several years ago because the UREC has been completely remodeled since…read morethen, and if it is not 5 stars then nothing is. It is a world class recreational center! I'm not going to waste my time reviewing it--it has everything needed to get in shape and pretty much everything imaginable in terms of exercise equipment and options.

LSU Urec used to be the best thing around... For a while.. But now construction going on and a…read moremassive expansion project which ends August 2016 (may be extended). When they were good, they were the very best. You could just stroll around the lake or get a lot of healthy workout done at LSU UREC... Indoor Rock Climbing, Lawn Tennis, Swimming, Sauna, Indoor Basketball, Racquetball, Cardio, Dance Classes, Kayak, Canoe, Race Tracks, Power Lifting etc etc... They also have hiking and other outdoors! For more detailed information visit their website..(Also for update on expansion)....[http://lsuuniversityrec.com/lsuurec/] Now, its just too crowded... Fight for parking, and the equipments don't work etc. etc..

In the years after the original War of Independence ended in the 1780s, the young United States was…read morestill defining its borders, its alliances, and its sense of security, which made the British decision to launch a second major conflict all the more jarring. By the time the War of 1812 reached its final act, British forces were striking along multiple fronts, and the last of those pushes brought them to the river plain at Chalmette. This is where Jackson's mixed American force held the line in January 1815, and the battlefield today still feels open enough that you can picture the fog, the rampart, and the long rows of redcoats advancing across the field. The tall white monument rises from the center of the site, with simple ground markings around it that help you read where each side stood two centuries ago. The national cemetery sits just down the road, quiet and reflective, and together the two sites make the story feel immediate rather than distant. It's a quick run from New Orleans if you're a history buff and absolutely worth the trip, a place where the scale and stakes of that final battle come into focus the moment you step out of the car. [Review 317 of 2026 - 95 in Louisiana - 25505 overall]

Day 2 objective was to teach my youngest about War of 1812 and President Andrew Jackson. When you…read morearrive, drive to the visitor center to see the video which does a good job of explaining the arrival of the English via Mississippi and Swamp defense. The restrooms are located behind the visitor center (very clean). You can take the tour at 2:45 pm or see the video and drive in a circle to read the historical markers that tell you what happened. The rangers were nice and welcoming. Finally, you can walk to the levies and see the establishef mansion. You can also visit the military cemetery. NOTE: The park ranger explained that area was devastated and destroyed by Katrina. The visit is free and worth your time.

This is a hidden gem - a great place for safe, clean fun! The maze is huge and well decorated. The…read moreoperations are well run. Bonus- they have over a dozen arcade games! The games are well maintained and my personal fav is Ms Pac-Man - the joystick works phenomenally!! We had a small birthday party here and our daughter loved it! Their party room glows in the dark and comes with drinks, utensils, plates, pizza and a host (who was sweet and most helpful!). We look forward to going back!

My first time here I accidentally wore sandals and since you can't play with open toed shoes that…read morewas a problem. Thankfully my girlfriend had a extra pair of shoes in the trunk. When we went it wasn't crowded and the staff was friendly. They have games, laser tag and even a pool table but no food ! Some nachos or a hot would've been great would have stayed longer if they had some sort of concession stand. Overall I had a good experience and plan to go again

Thoroughly enjoyed my evening on the bayou during their recent Full Moon Night Paddle event…read more Check-in was very efficient with minimal wait to ride. Kayaks were on the bayou shortly before sunset and we were able to go whichever route we choose. Being independent, not having to paddle with a group and go at our own pace was definitely a plus. Paddling under the full moon was so serene. Upon returning to shore everyone dined on delicious freshly prepared fish tacos (there was also a vegan option) and beverages while listening to live music next to a campfire. There was also a raffle, I won a hat! All this was included in the registration price! Note to new kayakers: Glad I brought a hard cooler with me since it's much more water resistant than soft side. Small radio with headphones (to not disturb the waterside neighbors) also helped add to the ambiance while kayaking. Dry fit and quick drying shirt & shorts (as well as two towels; one for during and the other after I returned) kept me comfortable throughout the evening.

Great place for a fun day with friends under the sun! The price is very reasonable : $25/person for…read more2hrs. The instructor was very nice. She even accepted to take some pictures of us. Highly recommend!

The instructor was amazing. My 8, 6, and 5 year olds enjoyed every minute! Ema and Pato thank you…read morefor an amazing summer experience. My kids will return in the fall.

I've been to a couple of swim meets here, and am impressed with the size of the facility. On both…read moreoccasions the pool was divided in half. It was great for warm ups, since so many kids could be in the pool at once. With bleachers on one side of the pool and actual seats on the other, I didn't notice anyone was left without a place to sit. Thank goodness I was lucky enough to snag an actual seat each time, because my back gets really p.o.'d if I spend too much time in the bleachers. There were plenty of bathroom stalls in the locker room, but the faucet situation got under my skin. They have those push down faucets that shut off when you release the "button". C'mon UNO! Gravel parking area with ample space. All in all, a very nice facility.