Create your own running route along the sidewalks throughout the campus at the University of Louisiana Monroe.

Join runners, local student-athletes, or dog walkers on the Forsythe Levee Pavilion in Monroe for a quick run! While going for a run, take a view of the Ouachita River where you can see water sports enthusiasts launching their boats. This is also your chance to get a look at Discover Monroe-West Monroe’s Ouachita River Trail to prepare for a paddling trip.

Outside The Wellness Center in West Monroe, you can stretch and take a run on their outdoor track before completing your itinerary for the day or after finishing up a meeting.

Kiroli Park in West Monroe offers a hiking trail where you can jog and take a view of natural scenery! As this park gets ready to celebrate its 100th birthday on October 18, plan your route throughout the park and be in the midst of 100 years of history.

Restoration Park is another park in West Monroe that offers a hiking trail for people to walk, take their bikes on or go for run. You’ll spot small creatures, high trees that offer shade and a lake in the middle of the park. This park sits right behind Discover Monroe-West Monroe’s building.

If you’re looking for an outdoor place to run for less than 2 miles, Highland Park Wetland Trails in West Monroe has a 1.25-mile pathway for anyone to put their sneakers on. During your run, spot different species of birds and other wildlife!

Whether you prefer to run solo or go with a group of friends, one of these outdoor running locations in Ouachita Parish will put you on the right track or path, literally!