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Crescent Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,510 Google reviews · Running trail in New Orleans, Louisiana · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Crescent 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.
Compact park along the river offering trails, picnic areas & views of the city skyline.
What runners say about Crescent Park
“The park is perfect for a leisurely stroll, jog, or bike ride, with its well-maintained paths and serene atmosphere.”
“It's a beautiful way to see the area's enduring relationship to the river, and why New Orleans is called the Crescent City.”
“There are plenty of spots to sit and relax, including benches and shaded areas, making it ideal for picnics or just unwinding.”
“Crescent Park in New Orleans is a hidden gem offering a peaceful escape from the bustling city while still showcasing the beauty of the Mississippi River and the city’s skyline.”
Absolutely love this park. They open the gates promptly for 6a. I lead a free workout group, open to all - community oriented (come join us!). But point is we are there every Tues/Thurs at 6a and Sat at 7a, and we've never had a problem! It's always clean, always safe, and always beautiful. The views are awesome.
Great park for walkers, cyclists and pet owners. Small section of picnic tables. It runs right along the Mississippi River and is located next to the French Market. My GPS was wrong. If yours is too, keep going, taking 2 rights. You'll know you are at the parking lot when you see the bridge.
Update. May 2021- This is my first time back to New Orleans in about a year. Surprisingly things do not look like they have changed much. The folks were partying like Covid did not exist on Bourbon Street with absolutely no masks on.
Very close to the river, and adjacent to the city. It kind of curves a bit so it would be better if they could have straightened it out but oh well I guess that's part of being here. There's a dog run, but it's fairly small.
Trail conditions & character
“We ate our sandwiches from the nearby Frady's One Stop Food Store, Roast Beef PO Boy and a Muffuletta sandwich on one of the tables while admiring the view of the river.”
“There is a dog park, free parking lot and some of the best views of the city that you will find.”
“Covered wharf, grassy areas, flyer garden, bench swings, the Rusty Rainbow, a dog park & amazing views of the NOLA skyline!”
“Crescent Park in New Orleans is a hidden gem offering a peaceful escape from the bustling city while still showcasing the beauty of the Mississippi River and the city’s skyline.”
“There are plenty of spots to sit and relax, including benches and shaded areas, making it ideal for picnics or just unwinding.”
Plan your run at Crescent 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.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Phone(504) 636-6400
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–7:30 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–7:30 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–7:30 PM |
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