New Orleans City Park
1 Palm Dr, New Orleans, LA 70124
1,300 acres · 12 miles of trails
New Orleans City Park in New Orleans, Louisiana, spans 1,300 acres with shaded paths, water, benches, dog bags, parking, restrooms, and trash cans along Bayou Metairie, open to leashed dogs. Paths suit all paces. Visit early to avoid crowds.
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- Park
- New Orleans City Park
- Type
- Metropark
- Location
- New Orleans, Louisiana
- Coordinates
- 29.9939, -90.0972
- Size
- 1,300 acres
- Trail miles
- 12
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.8 / 5 (12,100 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 8.3 / 10 — Exceptional
- 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:Yes
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:Yes
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.8 from 12,100 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 1,300 acres of room
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Dog policy
1,300-acre park (50% larger than Central Park) with miles of paths along Bayou Metairie. Leashed dogs welcome throughout.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Benches
- Dog waste bags
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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