Peaceful walking trail, large enough that if you want to run a decent pace you'll be pretty tired…read moreafter 3-4 laps. It's always well maintained and the grass is always neat. It includes a park to the side so if you have kids and they get bored there's that for them.

Nice fitness trail. Not a very huge park but big enough to do a lot. The walking trail took me…read more4.5 rounds to get a mile in. However, it's a great place for a stroll or even a jog. For me, I like a much longer trail; whereas, I don't feel like I'm walking around in small circle lol. Walking in mixed terrains makes me feel like I'm walking further. This park has a fitness section with lots of equipment to exercise with and a park for the kiddos. I like that it's a family friendly park, nice and clean with restrooms, a water fountain and books for reading. I'm definitely planning to visit more.

Only in the New Orleans area are you going to find a playground right across the street from a…read morecemetery. Talk about your circle of life. Anyway, this is one of the better playgrounds on the Westbank. I think it's pretty new: put up within the last three years or so. I actually found myself here when a friend's kids were looking for a place to play and they seemed to enjoy it. It has all the basic type of playground fun such as swings and things to climb on. The equipment is well maintained and, as Jeremy mentioned, there is rubber matting around the equipment so that the precious angels don't hurt themselves. SIde note: do y'all remember when we were kids and our equipment was either on dirt or concrete? If you acted up and got a skinned knee, you knew not to do that again. And don't get me started on those metal slides that would bake in the sun all day to a nice 200 degrees that you then had to slide down in shorts. No but seriously, the rubber is probably a good idea. There is also some nice green space out there, if you just want to sit and hang out while your kids play. This is a really nice addition to an otherwise quiet part of Huey P. Long Avenue.

This new playground is a great little place for kids in Gretna to play to their little hearts'…read morecontent. There are three separate play structures- two for preschoolers and toddlers and one for ages 5-12- as well as a set of swings, a seesaw and the safest merry go round you will ever see in your entire life (I'm serious- the thing is a single piece of plastic like a giant bowl with molded seats- nothing to get caught on or anything.) Because all of the playground equipment is brand new, it's in great shape. The ground material in the playground area is soft wood chips- watch out if you have a thrower (we have to tell our munchkin to not throw the wood chips every once in a while- it's apparently really, really tempting) There's lots of room for kids to run around and burn off excess energy, and there are benches for parents to sit and chill while watching the kids go wild. There's an art thingy recently added- made by local school kids- at the side of the park, so yay! for extra visual interest! The biggest disadvantage is a lack of shade- so during hot summer days it's not a good idea to head to the playground. Go in the mornings or late evenings in summer and save the afternoon trips to Gretna Heritage Playground for the cooler months of the year.

We are OBSESSED with the cabins! Lots of wildlife to…read moreappreciate, very friendly staff, and the location is perfect! Close to the city, right in town, but still in the country. We've been before and will definitely be back. The screens had holes and let in a lot of bugs but it's a form of camping and we loved all of God's creatures nonetheless. I do wish they had some form of souvenir but we took home great photos and countless memories. See you again soon!

I have been here twice now. Once for a fish fry put on for a local Veterans group and once for a…read moreWinter Lantern Festival. The last event I went to here was interrupted by the amount of mosquitoes wanting to suck my blood. You have to pay for admission to get in, at $5 which is inexpensive, but if you rent a picnic area, you also have to pay for that. It is nice though.

The Mississippi River trail is what locals call "The Levee". Much of my family is from the River…read moreParishes so I grew up walking on, skating on and just hanging out up on the levee-- as it is directly across the street from my family members homes. Looking at the river and seeing wildlife. Depending on how high the river is cresting you may see more wildlife. The coolest thing about this trail is that over the years it's been improved with a paved roadway which makes it great for cycling long distances along the river. I live uptown and though I haven't braved the entirety of the trail, if I found the energy, I could ride my bike from uptown to Destrehan to go visit my grandma's house...about 20 miles one way. One of these days I'll get it together and take the ride. The Levee is the barrier between the River and the towns on the other side...it's flood protection and also a recreational space. We love a multifunctional system.

Safe off street route for long rides, but can get monotonous, and the headwinds/crosswinds can be…read morechallenging. Reasonably well-maintained, but a few pretty rough spots, especially where driveways cross the trail. Overall, not bad, and I wish we more off street options.

This is my childhood playground. And the correct name is Jefferson Playground: Home of the…read moreMustangs. And the colors are black & gold. I rollerskated (and attempted skateboarding) here. My Dad boxed upstairs in the gym in the 50s and there used to be plays on the stage. Depending on the season, you'll see all the kid sports: football, baseball, softball, track, soccer, tennis. Plus as an old school playground it has wide open space to just run (my favorite). The playground equipment is all new and was donated by a medical conference a couple of years ago as post-K largesse. The only issue with the space is that the condo owners across the street walk their dogs in the greenspace and some forget to scoop the poop. Not cool when you have kids running around. The skating rink is now a parking lot; the boxing space is offices; they've made the place a lot safer than when I was kid...how did we climb up in the rafters of the stage. But a great space to play

I have four young children who have played sports at Jefferson Playground for…read morethe past 7 years. They have made great friendships that will last a lifetime! The coaches really care about all the kids who participate in the athletic programs. It has been both competitive and fun for my children. I would highly recommend Jefferson Playground! GO MUSTANGS!

I saw pictures of his place and it looks like there was a body of water and maybe some nice natural…read moresettings... Not! Lots of trash lots of nothing other than a field with nothing in it. Finally found a small body of water... Again, lots of trash and construction going on that is just very unappealing to look at.Looks like they play sports on this land occasionally maybe? I don't know, it was just a big big disappointment.

This park has a cute playground with the soft padding under the play area. It was a typical…read moreintermittent rain summer day and the littles were revolting. I took a chance in hopes that the playground would not be muddy. It was not! Despite the rain 30 minutes before the slides and tunnels were fit for playing. One of the littles took a tumble and hard fall. After a few minutes of shock crying he declared he was good and ran to play some more. There are plenty of trees for shade and there are washrooms. We didn't use them but the littles were able to expend energy to support afternoon nap time.

Very peaceful way to watch the river and all of the traffic on the water. Parking is free and very…read moreeasy to navigate. The kids can run around and play while taking in a picnic. The road was very bumpy but overall it was a great place!

The Fly is a locals retreat from the touristy parts of town. I've been going here since I was a wee…read moretot with my bros and parents just to hang, play frisbee, ride my bike, watch the intramural soccer games, picnics and more. It's a peaceful space where families come to gather for birthdays, holidays or just because. Sunsets here are unmatched. I love coming to the fly with lunch or a snowball. Watching the river barges float by is an underrated pastime.

Easy to get tickets, loved the tour. I had my first Mint Julep yum! Grounds are both stunning and…read moreeducational. The information regarding the slaves along with the homes brought history to life. We learned about the sugar cane industry from back in the day as well. The gift shop was well stocked, with samples to boot!!!

I'm really surprised I didn't write about this place on my last visit to NOLA. Now granted, this…read morewas back in 2021, so it's been a while since my last visit, but still...I really enjoyed my experience learning more about Oak Alley while in NOLA. As their website states, this sugar plantation has over 200 years of history. It's a massive estate that has become a National Historic Landmark. I learned so much about sugar plantations from doing the tour and the history behind it. The grounds is well kept and the tour guides were very informative, keeping the experience engaging. If you're looking for an educational aspect while in NOLA, take the drive and learn about the history here at Oak Alley.

Audubon Park ended up being one of my favorite places to wander in New Orleans. It's a beautiful…read moregreen space filled with massive live oaks, lagoons, and shaded walking paths, but it also has a lot of attractions-the Audubon Zoo, the Butterfly Garden and Insectarium, an 18-hole golf course, fountains, playgrounds, and plenty of open lawns to relax on. It feels less like a city park and more like a destination where you could easily spend an entire afternoon. Audubon Park strikes a great balance between being an active public space and a peaceful escape from the city.

Audubon Park is easily one of the most beautiful green spaces in New Orleans and has become my…read morego-to spot for getting outdoors. The main feature is a 1.8-mile paved loop that routes you under gorgeous ancient live oaks and past peaceful lagoons (you might even catch a glimpse of the swans!). For those looking for a softer foot strike or a good trail run, there's a 2.2-mile dirt path around the perimeter--just a heads up that it gets pretty muddy after it rains. Budgeting about an hour is perfect if you just want to soak up the scenery and wildlife. Alternatively, there is a beautifully maintained golf course right in the center. Whether you're logging miles, taking a meditative stroll, or playing 18 holes, this park is an absolute must-visit.

This is Johnny Jacobs park located off the Westbank Expressway near Ames. There is a stadium area…read morewith a 1/4 mile track, spots for field events and bleachers. There is a pool near the front entrance to the park, but I have never used it, nor do I know when it is open. The track attracts a good amount of walkers during the day, but it is large, so there is still room for running. The entrance and road are not well marked. When you are headed eastbound on the expressway, start looking for a rock road on your right, shortly past Ames Blvd.

It has a baseball field a football field, a park for kids, and a auditorium, the track is around…read morethe football field and is 1/4 mile. I do like that the track is well lit at night. This park is located off of the road and a dirt road leads you to it which seems suspect but it's a pretty decent park. The actual track is not cement it's Tartan which is great rain or shine and on joints! I'll give this Park a 3.