Big Lake City Park – City Park loop from New Orleans

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Big Lake City Park – City Park loop from New Orleans

Easy

4.7

(5518)

11,288

riders

Big Lake City Park – City Park loop from New Orleans

00:50

14.0km

10m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 8.22 km for 77 m

After 12.4 km for 105 m

After 12.6 km for 174 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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639 m

French Quarter Historic District

Highlight • Historical Site

6.33 km

Big Lake City Park

Highlight • Lake

Literally the big lake within City Park. It is surrounded by art sculptures and a natural habitat for many birds. There is a small bike path on a pier going a bit over the water.

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7.68 km

New Orleans City Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Traversed by a few paved roads, the City Park can be partially visited by bike and with plenty of places to park, it can also be a good point to …

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8.25 km

City Park

Highlight • Natural

Beautiful park in the heart of the city; popular place for young and old

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8.91 km

Bayou St. John

Highlight • River

Beautiful path along the Bayou with grassy banks and wonderful views of some historic homes.

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12.8 km

This is a beautiful and well-maintained park that makes for a great picnic spot. There is lots of history, the architecture and landscaping is fantastic, and of course the iconic Louis Armstrong Arch is a must-see.

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