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Independence Community Park
7505 Independence Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Metropark🪢 Leash required
175 acres · 2 miles of trails
⭐ 4.6
2,810 reviews
In Baton Rouge, Louisiana, leashed dogs roam 175-acre grounds with walking trails near an outdoor theater. Shade, water, parking, restrooms, and trash cans are available. Arrive early for event seating.
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- Park
- Independence Community Park
- Type
- Metropark
- Location
- Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Coordinates
- 30.4408, -91.1186
- Size
- 175 acres
- Trail miles
- 2
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.6 / 5 (2,810 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.2 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- June 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
Dog Parks Hub Vibe Score™
7.2/ 10
Great vibes
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 175 acres of room
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Dog policy
BREC's 175-acre park with theatre + walking trails. Leashed dogs welcome.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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