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Zemurray Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ 865 Google reviews · Running trail in Hammond, Louisiana · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

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Confirmed from Zemurray 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.

Lit at nightScenicDog-friendlyRestroomsTrailhead parkingQuiet

Neighborhood park featuring a playground, a pond, baseball, a gazebo, a skate park & more.

What runners say about Zemurray Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (865 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 5 mentions

“It’s well kept, stocked with rainbow trout and catfish for the fishermen, there’s a dog park, a skate park, tennis court, basketball, playgrounds, you name it.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 5 mentions

“We had a really good time in this stunning park surrounded by beautiful old homes.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 3 mentions

“There’s not a lot of traffic, so it’s pretty peaceful to be there quietly.”

This is a very nice park. Being new to this area I didn’t know what to expect . It’s very nice. They stock the pond so the citizens can fish, it’s nice an shady to walk and enjoy . There’s a nice play area for the children . The swimming pool is awesome .

★★★★★ — All , Jul 2023

I love this place. We love the train rides for special events. It is free for the train ride you just have to wait in line. Easter and Christmas time are wonderful. They also have free fishing. Walking track and park with a pond.

★★★★★ — Henry , Apr 2019

Nice clean park, well kept!! Nice Dog Park. Running water for the dogs and even a couple kiddie pools for the dogs to cool off. Plenty of shade and plenty of benches for sitting!! I definitely enjoyed this dog park.

★★★★★ — Lauren , Aug 2023

I enjoyed walking with my son. The trees have a really healing vibe to them. So I recommend going for a stroll take your shoes off and ground yourself! Enjoy the moments

★★★★★ — Melissa , Oct 2023

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 865 reviews →

Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🐕 Dog-friendly 8 mentions

“It’s well kept, stocked with rainbow trout and catfish for the fishermen, there’s a dog park, a skate park, tennis court, basketball, playgrounds, you name it.”

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🏞️ Scenic views 6 mentions

“Great walking distance, nice water views and ample access to different things to keep anyone of different tastes occupied.”

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💡 Lit for night running 3 mentions

“Went and seen the light's and rode the train around the park it was nice.”

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🚻 Restrooms 3 mentions

“This is a real nice park it has just about everything I saw playgrounds picnic areas restrooms baseball field swimming pool fishing area splash pad didn't see no barbecue pits”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 3 mentions

“There’s not a lot of traffic, so it’s pretty peaceful to be there quietly.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking

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Plan your run at Zemurray Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • 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.
  • LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
  • At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Websitehammond.org
  • Phone(985) 277-5900
  • Social Facebook

Hours

Monday 7 AM–6:30 PM
Tuesday 7 AM–6:30 PM
Wednesday 7 AM–6:30 PM
Thursday 7 AM–6:30 PM
Friday 7 AM–5:30 PM
Saturday 7 AM–8:30 PM
Sunday 7 AM–8:30 PM

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Zemurray Park

400 S Oak St, Hammond, LA 70403

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.