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Girard Park
500 Girard Park Dr, Lafayette, LA 70503
Metropark🪢 Leash required
38 acres · 1 miles of trails
⭐ 4.7
2,810 reviews
In Lafayette's 38-acre Girard Park next to UL campus, leashed dogs stroll shaded walking paths. Owners appreciate water access, ample parking, restrooms, and trash cans for cleanup. Bring a leash to comply with rules.
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- Park
- Girard Park
- Type
- Metropark
- Location
- Lafayette, Louisiana
- Coordinates
- 30.2117, -92.0203
- Size
- 38 acres
- Trail miles
- 1
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (2,810 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 6.9 / 10 — Solid
- Last verified
- May 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™
6.9/ 10
Solid
- · ★ 4.7 from 2,810 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
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Dog policy
38-acre Lafayette park with walking paths next to UL campus. Leashed dogs welcome.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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