Great facility, great fields and great concession stand... very friendly and well maintainedread more

I didn't realize these facilities existed until I had to go to a baseball game in Chalmette. The…read morefacility is huge with wonderful baseball fields surrounding. It is a pretty impressive complex for sports. Also there is ample parking and the facilities have clean bathrooms. You would have a pretty easy breezy time when visiting this location. Only issue is finding it. It's pretty much in middle of nowhere. It was like entering a whole new world but very nice subdivision in the area. I would definitely love to take kids to play in this wonderful facility.

Went to this park as a guest for a picnic back in June. It is a little gem tucked on Hwy. 23. A…read moregreat venue for a family get together.

The best place to visit in Marrero, in my opinion!…read more This park is a gorgeous walk all year through forest and swamplands. Some trails are dirt/gravel, but some of them are completely smooth boardwalk, so strollers and wheelchairs can easily access those paths. I think that's just fantastic! I love that I've seen alligators every time I've gone to visit. One time, I even got to see an armadillo! Of course, you always see tons of birds, turtles, and lizards too. Seeing wildlife makes for a fun visit especially if you're not from the area! Some of the best parts are still currently closed due to the last big hurricane, but it can't be helped. I highly recommend visiting and then doing what you can to help Oh, and to visit this park is free! Walk the trails anytime, even when you're totally broke. Can't beat that!

We came in the first week of April which is right when all the snakes and alligators start "waking…read moreup" from their version of hibernation, known as brumation. It was AMAZING. We saw 34 snakes and 3 alligators. One of the snakes was busy eating a frog which was a bit much for my delicate heart. The poor frog was still blinking at us. The alligators were busy catching frogs themselves which is a sight I have never seen in real life. It was a fantastic walk. Partly shady, raised walkway so you can stroll through the preserve feeling like you have an upfront view of the wild life. Bathrooms at the start near the visitor center. Easy parking. Lots of benches en route for a rest stop/water break. Wear sunscreen. Bring water. My eldest son declared it the best nature hike he has ever been on.

While exploring Bywater, go to Clouet Gardens for a break with nature. There's a large grass open…read morespace with local art, a Little Free Library, tables, and more. It's very peaceful.

I love coming out here and grabbing some peace and quiet in the middle of the city. It's like a…read moreprivate oasis very calm and triangle. Also, there's a shelter for free library books

Torres Park is located right behind the St Bernard Parish Gov't offices on Judge Perez and butts up…read moreto Wal-Mart's east side. The park is about the size of a city block and has a little something for everyone. The park made a lot of upgrades a few years back and is in the middle of more upgrades at the time of me writing this. On the SE corner was a large wooden castle like playground for the kids to play. It's been torn down recently to be replaced with a newer plastic model that won't suffer the wear and tear as easily as it's wooden predecessor. There is also a few slides, swings and picnic tables as well. They also have a small amphitheater that I'm guessing is for plays for the kids but I've never seen it used. As you walk west there is a faux rock like structure that was meant to have a waterfall like fountain but it was drained soon after it's being built. Not sure why. There is also some rope/netting like bridge kind of like Monkey Hill at Audubon Zoo to play on. There are also a lot of construction in this area for a new skate park and a outdoor fitness center. As you make your way North you will come to a small playground on the NW corner and a pretty gazebo overlooking the park's pond. Keep walking and you'll come to small little building that has snacks and paddle boats to rent for a decent price. On the NE corner is where everyone goes to feed the ducks and nutria. Yes the nutria hang with the ducks and I've actually seen a domesticated turkey hang out here before lol. The park has a lot of trees, open fields and a bridge to a small island in the middle. It's truly a great park and will be even nicer once the improvements are made. The sidewalk around the park is about 3/4 of mile long and you'll see people walking this route for exercise daily. My only issue with this park is the trash. There is regularly trash on the ground and I don't think it's necessarily from people being jackasses. The trashcans have no lids so trash blows out and animals pull it out. Seems like the Parish should invest in the trashcans that you see at National Parks that are animal proof to cut back on the litter. Other than that this place is a true gem in Da Parish.

Love this park! We live in the Marigny, where we have our share of small parks (Washington,…read moreMarkey, Crescent...) but this is a really great destination park. It is big, with lots of green area for long walks, but the best thing is the skate park with fitness area right next to it. So, parents can work out on the fitness machines while the kids hone their skateboard skills. (The opposite of the uptight Crescent Park, which doesn't even allow skateboards!) It's a very short drive, shorter than the Marigny to the Lower Garden; a nice getaway from the city.

Metairie Park is always so clean and pristine -- truly a beautifully maintained space. I love the…read morefacilities, and the gym was perfect for summer camp this year. My son had an absolute blast! I also really enjoyed the walking path, with so many peaceful areas to focus on health and wellness. There are plenty of fun play areas for the kids, making it a great spot for families. A wonderful community park that we look forward to visiting again and again.

This park is awesome. I'm so glad that it remained open during lockdown. I was able to leave my…read morehouse and workout here. There's lots of space and it never felt crowded, even when it was peak workout time for park patrons. I also love the track that goes all the way around the park. It's nearly a mile, so it's easy to get my 3 miles in.

I was on vacation from Florida and went to Louisiana to meet up with my kids and family. Then we…read morehad an itinerary to stop at certain places along the way. We were driving to Popularville, Miss, which was only about 2.5 hours away. This was my favorite stop. It was great to see my two grandkids play in the park. I sat under the gazebo in the shade and charge my iPhone up. Great park. We enjoyed seeing the train on display.

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.

New Orleans City Park is a great place to escape the crowds for a while. The park is beautifully…read moremaintained, with sprawling oak trees, scenic walking paths, and plenty of green space to relax and enjoy the scenery. It's a fantastic reminder that New Orleans has a quieter side beyond the busy streets and nightlife. The park is home to the beautiful Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden, the New Orleans Museum of Art, and even the nostalgic Carousel Gardens Amusement Park, so you can easily spend half a day exploring without running out of things to see. The blend of natural beauty, historic architecture, and cultural attractions gives the park a lot of character. If you have a few extra hours during your trip, City Park is definitely worth a visit. It's a beautiful space that's easy to enjoy at your own pace and offers something for just about everyone.

This park is hidden away and I don't think a lot of people know about it. It is bigger than I…read moreexpected and has lots of places to explore. There is a playground and I've seen people fish here as well. It has connected waterways (similar to City Park) and connected "islands" you can walk on. There are picnic tables and benches scattered throughout and plenty of space. There are also (I think unmarked) trails that go through dense tree areas although I haven't explore those yet. If you live nearby or on the Westbank is it worth checking out Something to note is you have to pay to get in. I believe it 50 cents on week days and $1 omg he weekends. It is closed on Wednesdays too. They do have park hours so check that before you visit.

Great playground set with two different age group spots. There are a lot of trees so it's a shady…read morebut the water also does not evaporate.