Lafayette LA Parks and Recreation Near Lafayette Gardens Apartments
- Lafayette Gardens Apartments
- Apr 30
- 8 min read
Updated: Jul 31
Written on behalf of Lafayette Gardens Apartments - Apartments for rent in Lafayette LA
Living at Lafayette Gardens Apartments means enjoying all the benefits of a vibrant city, including access to some of the most scenic parks in the area. Whether you’re looking to enjoy a peaceful day surrounded by nature, take part in sports, or just relax with your loved ones, Lafayette's parks have something for everyone. Our community is just minutes away from these fantastic outdoor spaces.
1. Acadiana Park
Location: 1005 E. Alexander Street, Lafayette, LA 70501
Phone: 337-291-8374
Park Features:
117 Acres
Open Play Area
Lighted Tennis Courts
Soccer Fields
Basketball Courts
Backstop Ball Diamond
Covered Picnic Area with Grills
Restrooms & Water Fountain
Children’s Playground with Baby Equipment
Campground
36-hole Disc Golf Course
Jogging Trail & Walking Track
Outdoor Fitness Equipment
Bike/Mountain Bike Trails
Nature Trail & Nature Station
Historical or Commemorative Markers
Whether you’re enjoying a picnic or challenging yourself on the 36-hole disc golf course, Acadiana Park offers an ideal location for outdoor fun.
2. Beaullieu Park
Location: 410 W. West Bluebird Drive, Lafayette, LA
Phone: 337-291-8374
Park Features:
29 Acres
Comeaux Recreation Center
Soccer Fields
Lighted Ball Fields
Batting Cages
Dog Park with Pavilion
Walking Track
Covered Picnic Areas
Restrooms & Water Fountain
Children’s Playground with Baby Equipment
Pickleball Courts with Lighting
Beaullieu Park is perfect for families, offering recreational sports fields, a dog park, and lighted pickleball courts. It’s a go-to spot for outdoor sports enthusiasts and families.
3. Beaver Park
Location: 500 Fisher Road, Lafayette, LA
Phone: 337-291-8374
Park Features:
70 Acres
Tennis Center with Lighted Clay Courts
Ball Parks
Covered Picnic Areas
Large Pavilion (Reservations Required)
Children’s Playground with Baby Equipment
Fishing Pond with Pier & Boat Ramp
Historical or Commemorative Markers
Restrooms & Water Fountains
With a fishing pond, clay tennis courts, and large pavilions for gatherings, Beaver Park offers a variety of activities for everyone.
4. Broadmoor Park
Location: 605 Broadmoor Boulevard, Lafayette, LA
Phone: 337-291-8374
Park Features:
8 Acres
Lighted Ball Fields
Children’s Playground
Covered Picnic Areas
Restrooms & Water Fountains
Broadmoor Park is a quiet park with all the essentials for a relaxed day outdoors. Perfect for families, sports lovers, or anyone looking for a peaceful retreat.
5. Chargois Park
Location: 321 Guilbeau Road, Lafayette, LA
Phone: 337-291-8374
Park Features:
10 Acres
Open Play Area
Tennis Courts
Soccer Fields
Basketball Courts
Ball Fields
Walking Track
Outdoor Fitness Equipment
Covered Picnic Areas
Children’s Playground with Baby Equipment
Restrooms & Water Fountain
Historic or Commemorative Markers
From soccer fields to tennis courts, Chargois Park is an excellent spot for outdoor sports and family activities.
6. City Park
Location: 901 Mudd Avenue, Lafayette, LA
Phone: 337-291-8374
Park Features:
104 Acres
Domingue Recreation Center
18-Hole Municipal Golf Course and Clubhouse
Mouton Swimming Pool & Bath House
Clark Field (Lighted Football & Soccer Stadium)
Basketball Courts
Backstop Ball Diamond
Picnic Areas
Children’s Playground
As one of the larger parks in Lafayette, City Park offers something for everyone, from golf to swimming and sports.
7. Dalton "Pee Wee" LeBlanc Park
Location: 2036 Carmel Drive, Lafayette, LA
Phone: 337-291-8374
Park Features:
5 Acres
Basketball Courts
Backstop Ball Diamond
Covered Picnic Area
Children’s Playground
Dalton LeBlanc Park is perfect for a quick stop with its basketball courts, picnic areas, and playground for the little ones.
8. Girard Park
Location: 500 Girard Park Drive, Lafayette, LA
Phone: 337-291-8374
Park Features:
33 Acres
1.25 Mile Jogging Trail
Covered Pavilion with Restrooms & Grill (Reservations Required)
Tennis Courts
Hitting Wall
Basketball Courts
Playground for Physically & Mentally Challenged Children
9-Hole Disc Golf Course
Fishing Pond
Natural Wildlife
Children’s Splash Pad
Fitness Equipment
With its wide range of features, including a splash pad and disc golf course, Girard Park is great for people of all ages.
9. Graham Brown Memorial Park
Location: 1234 E. Pont des Mouton Road, Lafayette, LA
Phone: 337-291-8374
Park Features:
Four Tournament-Level Baseball/Softball Fields
New LED Lighting
Batting Cages
Two Playgrounds
Basketball Court
Practice/Tee Ball Field
Perfect for sports lovers, Graham Brown Memorial Park offers fields and amenities for various recreational activities.
10. Heymann Park
Location: 1500 South Orange Street, Lafayette, LA
Phone: 337-291-8374
Park Features:
28 Acres
0.5-Mile Jogging Trail
Lighted Tennis Courts
Baseball/Softball Field
Basketball Courts
18-Hole Disc Golf Course
Covered Picnic Areas
Children’s Playground
Large Pavilion (Available By Reservation Only)
For a day of sports or relaxation, Heymann Park is the ideal spot, featuring a disc golf course, tennis courts, and baseball fields.
11. I. R. "Bud" Chalmers Park
Location: 2129 North University, Lafayette, LA
Phone: 337-291-8374
Park Features:
182 Acres
The Wetlands Golf Course and Driving Range
Clubhouse with Snack Bar
Pro Shop
Cart & Club Rentals
For golf enthusiasts, I. R. "Bud" Chalmers Park offers an amazing experience with its Wetlands Golf Course. Whether you're looking to hit the driving range or play a round, this park is perfect for a relaxing day outdoors.
12. Otto Broussard Memorial Park (Southside Regional Park)
Location: 221 La Neuville Road, Lafayette, LA
Phone: 337-291-8374
Park Features:
222 Acres
Fabacher Field Baseball Complex
Public Library at Fabacher Field
Pond with Fishing Pier
Soccer Fields
Les Vieux Chenes 18-Hole Golf Course
Pavilions
Playground
Restrooms
Southside Regional Park is a large park offering a soccer complex, fishing pond, and public library. It’s the perfect destination for families, sports fans, and those who enjoy a day by the water.
13. J.W. James Playground
Location: 1001 Hopkins Street, Lafayette, LA
Phone: 337-291-8374
Park Features:
4 Acres
Open Play Area
Basketball Courts
Backstop Ball Diamond
Children’s Playground
Covered Picnic Areas with Grills
Restrooms
Water Fountain
J.W. James Playground offers a perfect family-friendly environment with basketball courts, playgrounds, and covered picnic areas for outdoor relaxation.
14. Judice Park
Location: 500 Golden Grain Road, Duson, LA
Phone: 337-291-8374
Park Features:
22 Acres
Tennis Courts
Basketball Courts
Soccer Fields
Lighted Ball Fields
Batting Cages
Jogging Trail
Children’s Playground
Covered Picnic Areas
Restrooms
Judice Park provides something for everyone: whether you're a sports enthusiast, nature lover, or simply looking for a place to relax, this park offers it all.
15. Lil Woods Playground
Location: 200 Ile Copales Avenue, Lafayette, LA
Phone: 337-291-8374
Park Features:
3 Acres
Basketball Courts
Picnic Areas
Swing Set
This small but charming park is perfect for a relaxing afternoon or a fun day with kids. Lil Woods Playground has basketball courts, picnic areas, and a swing set to enjoy.
16. Moore Park
Location: 250 Couret Street, Lafayette, LA
Phone: 337-291-8374
Park Features:
130 Acres
Soccer Complex (24 Fields)
Lighted Softball Fields
Lighted Youth Football Field
Covered Picnic Areas
Walking Path
Go-Kart/Motor Track
Children’s Playground
Fishing Pond and Pier
Restrooms
Moore Park is the place to be for sports lovers, offering soccer fields, softball fields, and even a go-kart track. It’s the perfect spot for family fun and outdoor activities.
17. Mouton Playground
Location: 803 Center Street, Lafayette, LA
Phone: 337-291-8374
Park Features:
6 Acres
Open Play Area
Tennis Courts
Basketball Courts
Children’s Playground with Baby Equipment
Covered Picnic Areas with Grills
Restrooms
Water Fountain
For families with young children, Mouton Playground is a great place to spend the day. With a playground, basketball courts, and picnic areas, it’s perfect for a family outing.
18. Neyland Park
Location: 1919 Eraste Landry Road, Lafayette, LA
Phone: 337-291-8374
Park Features:
30 Acres
Robicheaux Recreation Center
Earl J. Chris Olympic-Size Heated Indoor Pool
Basketball Court
Lighted Ball Fields
Batting Cages
Children’s Playground with Baby Equipment
Covered Picnic Areas with Grills
Restrooms
Historic or Commemorative Markers
Neyland Park is great for those who enjoy both indoor and outdoor activities. With its indoor pool, lighted ball fields, and picnic areas, it’s a favorite for sports and family gatherings.
19. Eraste Landry (Oaklawn) Playground
Location: 1000 Jeanne Street, Lafayette, LA
Phone: 337-291-8374
Park Features:
7 Acres
Baseball Backstops
Children’s Playground with Baby Equipment
Benches
Open Play Area
Covered Picnic Areas with Grills
Restrooms
Water Fountain
For a quieter park experience, Eraste Landry Playground is the ideal spot. It offers baseball backstops, playgrounds, and picnic areas perfect for family gatherings.
20. Pa Davis Park
Location: 120 Dawn Street, Lafayette, LA
Phone: 337-291-8374
Park Features:
30 Acres
Bowles Activity Center
1-Mile Jogging Trail
Rental Pavilion
Lighted Soccer Field
Basketball Courts
Children’s Playground
18-Hole Disc Golf Course
Covered Picnic Areas
Restrooms
Pa Davis Park has a little bit of everything, from soccer fields and a disc golf course to a jogging trail and a playground. It's a great place for fitness, sports, and family time.
21. Parc de Lafayette
Location: 539 Jefferson Street, Lafayette, LA
Phone: 337-291-8374
Park Features:
0.5 Acres
Small Bandstand
Waterfall Fountain with Small Pool
Benches
Commemorative Markers
Parc de Lafayette is a charming park perfect for a quick stop, offering a peaceful ambiance with its waterfall fountain and bandstand. Ideal for those looking for a quiet escape in the city.
22. Picard Park
Location: 130 Park Drive, Lafayette, LA
Phone: 337-291-8374
Park Features:
24 Acres
BMX Track
Tennis Courts
Ball Parks
Lighted Fields
T-Ball
Lighted Outdoor Basketball Court
0.5-Mile Jogging Trail
Children’s Playground with Baby Equipment
Covered Picnic Areas
Restrooms
For sports lovers, Picard Park offers everything from a BMX track to tennis courts and ball parks. It’s a great park for both athletes and families.
23. St. Anthony Playground
Location: 501 Helen Street, Lafayette, LA
Phone: 337-291-8374
Park Features:
2 Acres
Basketball Courts
Covered Picnic Areas with Grills
Restrooms
Water Fountain
Children’s Playground with Baby Equipment
St. Anthony Playground is a small but vibrant park, ideal for those looking for a quick visit with its basketball courts and playgrounds for kids.
24. Thomas Park
Location: 300 Geraldine Street, Lafayette, LA
Phone: 337-291-8374
Park Features:
18 Acres
Thomas Park Recreation Center
0.6-Mile Jogging Path
Tennis Clubhouse (Lessons by Appointment)
Lighted Tennis Courts
Hitting Wall
Basketball Court
Soccer Fields
Ball Parks
Children’s Playground
Skate Park
Thomas Park offers a mix of recreational options, including a skate park, soccer fields, and tennis courts. It's perfect for those looking to stay active and enjoy outdoor sports.
25. Veteran’s Park
Location: 200 Feu Follet Road, Lafayette, LA
Phone: 337-291-8374
Park Features:
6 Acres
Veteran’s Wall Naming All Deceased Acadiana Veterans Who Served in Vietnam
Pavilion
Natural Wildlife
Covered Picnic Areas with Grills
Restrooms
Water Fountain
Children’s Playground with Baby Equipment
Fishing Pond
Historical or Commemorative Markers
Veteran’s Park offers a peaceful environment with a fishing pond and a commemorative wall. It's a beautiful space for reflection and outdoor fun.
Our pet-friendly apartments in Lafayette, LA, are perfect for those who have furry companions. Living at Lafayette Gardens Apartments means you’ll have easy access to on-site dog parks, in addition to recreational, nature preserves, and historic parks like Acadiana Park and Girard Park, and many other pet-friendly activities.
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For those searching for apartments in Lafayette, LA, our family and pet-friendly apartment community offers a prime location just minutes from these beautiful parks. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat or an active day of sports, Lafayette, Louisiana, offers ample opportunities to enjoy the outdoors.
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