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Bogue Falaya Wayside Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 736 Google reviews · Running trail in Covington, Louisiana · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Bogue Falaya Wayside Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
This secluded riverfront area with oak trees has wooden play structures, picnic tables & a pavilion.
What runners say about Bogue Falaya Wayside Park
“Very family friendly, clean, places to sit and swing (family swings overlooking the lake) or sit on park benches.”
“Beautiful trees and natural scenery along the river.”
“Very family friendly, clean, places to sit and swing (family swings overlooking the lake) or sit on park benches.”
Great place. Small playground for the littles and a big wooden playground with swings. Restrooms are available. There's a kayak launch. A small beach. I usually bring the kids to the playground and we'll walk over to the beach and throw some sticks or rocks in the water. A great place to get their energy out.
Absolutely stunning park! Very family friendly, clean, places to sit and swing (family swings overlooking the lake) or sit on park benches. Great place to bring the kids or walk the dogs.
Beautiful trees and natural scenery along the river. Plenty of shade with at least 2 totally different play areas for children.
Trail conditions & character
“There's a pavilion with clean restrooms for rent to hold events like weddings or family reunions and such.”
“Beautiful trees and natural scenery along the river.”
“There are AC'd restrooms , plenty of parking and only steps away from downtown covington.”
Plan your run at Bogue Falaya Wayside Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitecovla.com
- Phone(985) 867-1206
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–7 PM |
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