I rode this mtn bike trail for the first time today. It was a really fun trail to ride and had some…read moreportions that were a little bit challenging, (at least for novice riders like myself). The swamps and trees were pretty, and you definitely feel like you are far enough away from civilization. My only critique is that the trail is a little tough to follow at some points where it forks. Some added signage would help. Overall, it's a fun place that I will return to for hiking/biking.

V Very nice hiking…read moretrails - highly recommend. Trails are fairly easy to hike and provide really good terrain for some heart healthy exercise.

I really only knew that as being part of "The LSU Lakes". I didn't know that this one had a…read morespecific name. It makes total sense because it is by our city park. With views of beautiful lakeside homes, a golf course and park greens, this lake is surrounded by Baton Rouge beauty. I've walked around the lake many times and the feeling of tranquility always overcomes me. You'll see many joggers, walkers and more expert runners taking advantage of the open space that this lake area offers. You can even paddle board and enjoy the water on a warm Louisiana day. It's located close to the interstate as well, for easy access. Parking is not difficult to find close by either. You'll find some shady spots to sit to take a break from the scorching sun on those hot days.

The lakes are a beautiful place to go! It's good for golfing, running, having a picnic, watching…read morethe sun go down or just taking a walk. The ducks and geese come around to visit and get fed. Every year the white pelicans come to the lakes and it's a beautiful sight to see.

This place is magical. Truly what a hidden gem! I drive all around for work and drove by it and…read moredecided I had to a stop. Never heard of it or seen it before. Now, I must stop every time I drive by. Just to get some fresh air, stretch my legs, and relish God's beautiful Earth. Added bonus for this long distance driver: they have a restroom on site and it's clean and stocked with toilet paper! Gotta cherish the little things too. If you get a chance to explore, do so Plenty if walking paths, gorgeous landscape, a lake to aww over, a well-kept greenhouse, and history to explore. Can't wait to pass by here again soon and explore some more. ‍

A small gem located inside Baker for nature lovers that free…read more If you are looking for a place to walk and just enjoy the beauty of nature and hear the birds chirping this is a beautiful spot. There are a handful of different trails. It's a beautiful spot to take pictures it's quite stunning . There is a small greenhouse you can tour for free. It's a good place to just soak in nature and maybe read a good novel. I will definitely be going back !

I love this park. I have been twice so far, and it is a really pretty place to spend some time on a…read morenice day, especially if you enjoy fishing. Both times I went, I was with a large groups of kids to fish. It is a bit out of the way, so I would suggest going when you want to spend a good bit of time outdoors. They have bathrooms just a short walk from the fishing ponds, and they were clean both times I went there, though I think the paper towel dispensers were empty the first time I visited. They have a nice pavilion with a good number of tables where we had plenty of room to eat and enjoy the weather.

Great park! There…read moreisn't much real "hiking" in Louisiana, but Port Hudson State Park gets pretty close to it, and it doubles as a Civil War commemorative site/museum :-). Came here on a Sunday in January, right after it had poured down rain the day before. It was $4 per person to get in (and $4 total in my case bc I came by myself) and was pretty easy to find, as it was right off state highway 61, which itself is easily accessible via I-10/I-110, and everything was super clearly marked. There were a few different areas you could park after paying at the entrance. I parked by the museum and started my trek through the woods there. The network of trails was super easy to find and follow. There were signs with maps posted at all the major trail intersections, and the trails themselves were pretty wide gravel paths, all of them pretty clear. In some places all of the tree roots were painted red so you wouldn't trip over them :-). What I loved, too, was that throughout the trails there were little informational signs pointing out different kinds of trees and natural landmarks, AND there were historical signs explaining what went down in the specific area during the Civil War. I wasn't too interested in stopping and reading, but I did here and there, and they were pretty interesting! Plus, it was kind of cool and exciting hiking from historical site to historical site. I was a little worried about having to wade through water, since like I said, it had rained the day prior, but luckily, the paths were mostly clear of puddles, except for in one or two places. I'll be back for more exploring!

I came for the reenactment, and there really wasn't much going on when I stopped in. This is listed…read moreon the Louisiana African American Heritage Trail on the states website and it preserves a portion of the fortifications and battle area of the longest siege in American History during the American Civil War. It is also significant because it was the first place where African American military units fought under the Union Army. There are walking trails, picnic tables, restrooms, and an information center. Very interesting and well maintained. I look forward to coming back when not as many people are here.

BREC Forrest Community Park is a family friendly community park that is conveniently located in SE…read moreBaton Rouge. Take the Millerville exit off interstate 12 and head south towards S Harrell's Ferry Rd and the park will be to your right directly across from the traffic light. The park offers the following amenities: Wi-Fi Restrooms Ball/Multi-Purpose Field (Lighted) Basketball - Indoor Court Dog Park Lake Nature Trails Pavilion Playground Recreation Center Spray Pad Tennis Center Tennis Court (Lighted) Tennis Court (Unlighted) Tennis Hitting Wall Walking Track/Loop - Outdoor Fishing

I am so happy to see Forest Community Park available for a review. We walk our dogs here, take a…read morestroll and you will certainly enjoy yourself.

I was excited to discover a new BREC park to hike in - this place looks fairly new. This walk would…read morebe great in the summer because of all the safe from the trees, but after a rain and damp conditions- bring on the bugs! Thank goodness we had bug spray but I admit I have a phobia with bugs and just hearing them kinda "freaks me out!" My daughter loved it because of all the sounds of wildlife, the birds, the bugs (she loves watching her Mom freak out!) and she saw a snake....it had some muddy areas after the rain but it was an easy hike (pretty flat). The trails (2) were marked well - thank goodness! You do have the option for a longer hike, but with my phobia, we kept it short!!!

Repentance Park is perfect for spring and fall festivals in the area. Many popular community events…read moreare held here. Live After Five has made its home here with free concerts from 5 pm-7 pm every Friday throughout the spring and fall months. I have attended many concerts and festivals here including Live After Five, Blues Fest, Ebb and Flow Fest and more. A lot of people attend the events at Repentance Park so there is usually food trucks and merchandise tables set up. There are paved walkways so it's convenient to get around the park. There is also a fountain which the kids love to use as their own personal splash pad. The views are great being as the park is next to the Louisiana Old State Capital and the Mississippi Riverfront.