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Fort Buhlow Recreation Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 118 Google reviews · Running trail in Pineville, Louisiana · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- 2 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Fort Buhlow Recreation Area'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.
Clean parkland featuring disc golf courses and walking paths, plus trails for hiking and picnicking.
What runners say about Fort Buhlow Recreation Area
“Me and my wife bring my dog here and walk the trails with him and it’s always kept up and clean.”
“The stunning views of the Red River and Bayou Rigolette, adding a touch of natural beauty to the recreational experience.”
Love going here for my clearing of my mind and aura. It is super beautiful in the hiking area but that like smells..good for fishing I guess. And awesome during summer and autumn..
We had a great time walking here. It’s the perfect time of the year to go out and not sweat so much.
Fort Buhlow Recreation Area boasts a plethora of amenities, making it an ideal destination for family outings. With baseball diamonds, pavilions, walking trails, a boat launch, and soccer fields, there's something for everyone. The cherry on top?
Good little trail swings further up nice little boat ramp dock and parking ...also disc golf 18 holes. Today we saw bluebirds and lots of yellow trumpet vine. Spring is here don't miss it!
Trail conditions & character
“The park has good fishing spots, and where the boats let in there is an awesome view of the train Bridge that is very soothing to watch & hear it.”
“The restrooms could use some work but overall a wonderful place.”
Plan your run at Fort Buhlow Recreation Area
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- Distance2 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–7 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–7 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–7 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–7 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–7 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–7 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am–7 pm |
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