New Orleans City Park - Road and Gravel Bike Trail

Any avid mountain bikers and weekend cyclists in the New Orleans area will certainly be aware of the New Orleans City Park. One of the best road and gravel trails in Louisiana, this singletrack has a loop configuration and is a beginner’s dream. The easy, yet fun off-road trail is designed over what was once more commonly known as the south golf course in the City Park.

Before you go:

Drinking water

Restrooms

Fee required

Lift service

Fat bike grooming

Family Friendly

Night riding

E-bikes allowed

Dogs Allowed

Obstacles

Shuttles

Detailed Description

The New Orleans City Park boasts 24 miles of walking, biking and hiking trails, making it the perfect place to combine your weekly exercise with a bit of outdoor fun. Although the cyclist’s section is only about 1 mile (1.6 km) long, the Park still provides a fun experience for everyone.

The good news is that more experienced bikers won’t have to look very far to find a few more challenging trails. Some of the other popular trails around New Orleans City Park are highlighted below.

Additional Trail Features

While there aren’t many accents or descents, the trail still makes for an enjoyable ride. Experts agree that it’s an ideal place for beginners to get a feel for riding or even to test out a new bike.

The terrain is easy, with most of it being mulch. In a few areas, you can ride on multi-use asphalt paths where bikers have a separate but dedicated path lane. Pedestrians have their own lane, eliminating the risk of an accident on shared paths.

Sights of Interest, Landscapes, Views

One of the reasons the New Orleans City Park is so popular is that there’s a lot to do. Whether you want to visit the botanical gardens, venture out onto the trails, or just enjoy a day in the outdoors, there’s something for everyone.

A few of the fun things to do are listed below.

• Picnics: Several picnic spots around the park make it a great place for an afternoon out, birthday parties or any family gatherings.
• Playgrounds: The City Park playgrounds are the ideal place for children to hang out during the day out. Play structures and a variety of activities will keep the kids busy for hours!
• Botanical gardens: The Park also houses the famous botanical gardens that feature more than 2,000 plant varieties that you can admire as you explore the trails.
• Sports activities: The park also boasts 26 tennis courts, 12 soccer fields, two football stadiums and a 36-hole golf course.

Recommendations/Precautions

So plenty of reasons to bike in the New Orleans City Park! We advise getting there early because there are just so many fun things to do—make sure you have time for all the activities you’ll enjoy. Since it’s a little off the usual tourist radar, it’s a quiet place to spend a fun-filled day with family and friends.