Parks & Recreation

Leisure time is vital to quality of life, and the City takes its responsibility seriously to develop and maintain parks and recreational facilities that exceptionally serve the local community. Whether it’s picnicking by the river, swimming, playing tennis, hiking, paddling a canoe or signing your child up for organized youth sports, Covington offers numerous opportunities for fun & relaxation. Below is a sampling of our public venues for your recreational use and enjoyment:

BLUE SWAMP CREEK NATURE TRAIL

BOGUE CHITTO MEMORIAL PARK

BOGUE FALAYA PARK

COLUMBIA STREET LANDING

COVINGTON TRAILHEAD

1ST AVENUE PARK (NOSE PARK)

HUBIE GALLAGHER PARK

MENETRE BOAT LAUNCH

PADDLER’S LAUNCH

At Bogue Falaya Park
213 Park Drive

 

REV. PETER S. ATKINS PARK

ST. TAMMANY TRACE

Starts at Covington Trailhead
419 N. Hampshire Street http://www.tammanytrace.org/