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Jackson Community Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 237 Google reviews · Running trail in Baton Rouge, Louisiana · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Jackson Community 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.
Featuring a playground, splash pad, picnic tables, and basketball courts, this park is popular with kids.
What runners say about Jackson Community Park
“There’s a great walking trail with a pond, it’s all very well kept up, the play area is so cute and so much fun.”
“Beautiful pond & long sidewalk for walking/running.”
“I especially like all the trees & shaded areas in this hot Louisiana sun!”
“Additionally, the sports facilities cater to all ages.”
Jackson Community Park is a delightful haven for nature lovers and families. It offers well-maintained trails, lush greenery, and ample picnic areas. The playground is ideal for kids. The playground promotes physical fitness activities and keeps the kids engaged for hours.
Beautiful park, for older and younger kids alike. Splash pad, soccer field, and covered picnic area for birthday party available. Love that the bathrooms are right next to the park and splash pad. Also, a running trail around the circumference of the park. 👍🏻
A quaint, but slightly noisy little park. The flowers make for great Pokémon GO screenshots. The homes nearby have dogs that will occasionally bark at you when venturing down the walking trail, but overall peaceful.
Love this park. Great fun for all ages. Beautiful pond & long sidewalk for walking/running. Exercise area with machines. Always manicured grounds. They just added a charging tower for devices. Also added 6 or 8 nice high-top tables & benches in a shaded area. We go here 1-3x/wk.
Trail conditions & character
“I especially like all the trees & shaded areas in this hot Louisiana sun!”
“Love that the bathrooms are right next to the park and splash pad.”
Plan your run at Jackson Community Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- 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 trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitebrec.org
- Phone(225) 261-2161
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–6 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–6 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–6 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–6 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–6 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–6 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–6 PM |
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