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Milford Wampold Memorial Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 642 Google reviews · Running trail in Baton Rouge, Louisiana · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Milford Wampold Memorial 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.
Urban, picturesque park encompassing walking, jogging and biking trails, picnic facilities and a boat ramp.
What runners say about Milford Wampold Memorial Park
“This track is beautiful with beautiful trees,lakes ,birds ,Ducks and turtles and here there are benches around the track where you can relax for some time.”
“Really big fan of how peaceful and calm it is on average, and the turtles come right up to you to hang out.”
What a beautiful way to complete a cardio workout! The LSU Lakes this time of year never disappoints. I love the high-traffic walk. If you walk around both lakes, you will complete a workout close to five miles. 💪🏾🏃🏾♀️
Timings:6 AM to 8 PM. Bathroom facilities are available for free. Parking facilities are available for free. This park is nearly 4 miles and it’s suitable for jogger’s,runners ,cyclists and walkers. Here you will see people walking with their pet animals and fishing. Plenty of open space to play with pet animals .
I enjoy my walks around the lake in the mornings. I would love to see some of the areas repaved, especially on the side closest to Dalrymple. Most of the people I encounter are courteous and alert you before passing you. The birds are definitely my favorite thing to see on my route.
Beautiful park and lake - love cycling around the trail ! The sunsets are awesome - some seasonal berries, some tortoises and some birds !
Trail conditions & character
“This track is beautiful with beautiful trees,lakes ,birds ,Ducks and turtles and here there are benches around the track where you can relax for some time.”
“Under construction as of August 2025 so parking in the lot is cut in half.”
Plan your run at Milford Wampold Memorial Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- 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, water — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitebrec.org
- Phone(225) 272-9200
- 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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