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Mississippi River Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 550 Google reviews · Running trail in Baton Rouge, Louisiana · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Mississippi River 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.
Riverside park with levee walks, native plants, and views of the river and bridges.
What runners say about Mississippi River Park
“Beautiful place to run/walk/bike, very flat and with a view”
Water. A safe paved path to walk, bike, jog, or stroll. Steps, benches and cool Red Beach chairs to sit closer to the Mighty Missisip! Great venue to watch bands and parades. Relaxation at its best downtown. Enjoy your visit(s). Oh, education and photo ops are plentiful. Ciao!
Wonderful place to walk your dog or just take a stroll on the levee. Family atmosphere.
It is so wonderful to see the mirror sculpture, the American Duchess Cruise Ship floating and docked, walking/jogging trails, bikers, skate boarding, visitors and citizens congregating on the River Front enjoying the Mississippi River view. Great place to get your exercise on and it is free.
Walking the park is fine, but watch for trains, because the drivers are super friendly! He honked the horn for the kids, and when I said thank you, he honked you're welcome. Had a great time, will be doing this again.
Trail conditions & character
“It's a great place to walk or hang out and enjoy the view as the river boats and barges travel back and forth on the river.”
Plan your run at Mississippi River Park
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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.
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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