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Red River National Wildlife Refuge
4.7 ★★★★★ 905 Google reviews · Running trail in Bossier City, Louisiana · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- 5 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Red River National Wildlife Refuge'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.
Nature conservation area with visitor center & opportunities for hiking, fishing & wildlife viewing.
What runners say about Red River National Wildlife Refuge
“There are several trails to walk or ride bikes down at this park and everything is well maintained.”
“I love to jog here, towards the evening you can come and see deer, rabbits, armadillos, snakes, beautiful birds, and much more 👌 So I'd highly recommend!”
“A very peaceful place to come spend time with family, friends, or to get some personal solitude with nature.”
Amazing place. It's a series of like 5 ponds off the red River. It has boat ramp and even some bass in it. Crappie and sunfish. Very neat place to go on a hike or boating
Me and my girls LOVE going here and going on the numerous different adventures (trails) each time! If you visit the VISITOR area in the front, you can get a map and plan out your adventures! Really recommend to anyone with children!
Absolutely love this place. It's so quiet and relaxing. The trails really give you peace of mind and a chance to meditate. The sounds of the river flowing and the birds really make this a place to be
I went here and walked for a long time today. The main trails had great views and there were even trails off of the main path that were closer to the river. The trails go on for miles through the woods and alongside the river. It was quiet and serene. Overall, great facility and I will come here again!
Trail conditions & character
“I love to jog here, towards the evening you can come and see deer, rabbits, armadillos, snakes, beautiful birds, and much more 👌 So I'd highly recommend!”
“A very peaceful place to come spend time with family, friends, or to get some personal solitude with nature.”
“5 miles, roughly (with 2 side trails included).”
Plan your run at Red River National Wildlife Refuge
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- Distance5 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit. Long enough for a real long run.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- Websitefws.gov
- Phone+1 318-742-1219
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–4 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–4 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–4 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–4 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–4 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–4 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am–4 pm |
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