Jefferson Parish offers a range of biking trails and parks. A twenty-two-mile asphalt bike path atop the east bank levee of the Mississippi River spans three parishes, including Jefferson, Orleans and St. Charles.
Mississippi River Trail (Louisiana) -The trail is referred to locally by many other names, including the New Orleans Levee Top Trail, the Levee Bike Path and the Mississippi Levee Trail. The Mississippi River Trail is a system of disconnected, paved trails on the levees along both banks of the Mississippi River in southern Louisiana. The most popular segment, well-used by locals and visitors alike, extends from Audubon Park in New Orleans to the Bonnet Carré Spillway in St. Charles Parish.
Length: 60.8 miles /Trail end points: Audubon Park (New Orleans) through Jefferson Parish to SR 44 and E. 29th St. (Reserve); Patterson Dr. (Algiers Point) and SR 18 (St. James Parish)
The Linear Park Bicycle Path Metairie/Kenner -Linear Park Bicycle Path is a 19.4 mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Metairie, Louisiana that offers the chance to see wildlife and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, running, bird watching, and road biking. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
In 2014 the Jefferson Parish Council adopted the Bicycle Master Plan which identifies clear, cross-Parish routes for cyclists, and organizes capital projects by priority. The plan lays out a strategy for dedicated bike lanes and greenways, a place where motorists learn to steer clear of cyclists. The American Planning Association, Louisiana Chapter, awarded the Jefferson Parish Bicycle Master Plan with the 2016 Planning Excellence Award for transportation. Read more on this multi-year plan.
Kenner
Kenner is home to the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, the City is first to welcome our guests from around the world! Established in 1855, Kenner is a blend of history…
Metairie, LA
Metairie, Jefferson Parish’s largest community, is located on the south shore of Lake Pontchartrain between New Orleans and Kenner.
Harahan & River Ridge
Harahan was named in honor of James Theodore Harahan, president of the Illinois Central Railroad from Harahan Elementary 1906-1911.
Avondale
Avondale is located on the West Bank of the Mississippi and is bordered by Waggaman to the west and Bridge City to the east.
Westwego
Once a passageway for pioneers headed to the Western frontier, Westwego borders some of Louisiana's most picturesque bayous and swamps.
Marrero, LA
Marrero, on the West Bank of the Mississippi River, is home to the Barataria Preserve of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park & Preserve.
Harvey
Harvey is located on the West Bank of the Mississippi River and on the Harvey Canal which is a vital shipping route to the Gulf of Mexico.
Gretna
As one of Louisiana's largest national historic register districts, Gretna is steeped in history and intrigue.
