Top Rated Parks to Visit in Ascension Parish

"Spanning 103 acres of prime land, Bluebonnet Swamp has a 9,500 square foot exhibition center and there are paths running all over the swamp where you can find observation decks. These decks and boardwalk areas are perfect for sighting the many local species that live here including armadillos, otters, coyotes, and deer, and you can also take in gorgeous forestlands and marshy wetlands at the same time. If you like bird watching then you will find a huge number of species all year round and the Exhibit Building has animal and mineral galleries as well as interactive exhibits for youngsters."

"Located on 103 acres on the southwest side of the city, the Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center provides research and education resources in a natural setting. A mile of gravel paths and boardwalks winds through the conservation space, leading to distinct areas of the park, like a cypress-tupelo swamp and hardwood forests. As well as the wildlife-watching opportunities along the trail, you can get up close to animals in the 9,500-square-foot Exhibit Building."

"There is no doubt, a walk in the park should be on your list of things to do in Baton Rouge on a date. Take a leisurely walk through Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center. You will see wonderful and untouched flora and fauna."

"Perkins Road Community Park is popular amongst the extreme sports crowd in Baton Rouge, The facility features an awesome skatepark and BMX track where you can check out some moves and show off your extreme moves in case you have any. You can also set up an appointment to reserve your spot at the park’s popular rock climbing wall. Perkins Road Community Park also allows community fishing and a recreational center where you can participate in occasional community classes and events."

"The Burden Museum & Gardens offers discovery and adventure through historic, natural and educational experiences that teach visitors about Louisiana’s cultural past. The Museum and Gardens cover over 440 acres of land belonging to LSU. One of the main sections is the museum that features a large collection of artifacts from farms, plantations, and households."

"Have a leisurely stroll around the gardens, breathe fresh air, enjoy wonderful views, take a couple of great photos, which you can print and hang on the wall in your apartment – it will be a great reminder of your perfect date. You can take a couple of snacks and drinks with you to have a little picnic. Good for: Couples, nature lovers, strolling"

"Get your sugar rush with 18 flavors of cupcakes and 15 flavors of small batch ice cream at this Kansas chain creamery."

"Indulge in bubble tea, milk shakes and rolled ice cream all under one roof at this hidden gem ice cream shop. This July, Arctic Bites added bubble waffles from Hong Kong to its menu. Now, locals can enjoy rolls of ice cream with a sweet, crunchy waffle treat."

"We decided to try this ice cream shop while visiting Baton Rouge and we were so glad we did. The cutest couple runs this shop and hand make the most deli..."

"This is a hole in the wall I stumbled upon in one of my many visits to Baton Rouge. There was a small line so I expected this to be a great sushi spot."