The weather is perfect for taking a leisurely stroll in a beautiful park. Bring some snacks, a good book, and you’ve got yourself the perfect afternoon! While there are several parks to enjoy in Louisiana, this one stands out above the rest, and you’ll see why!

Located in West Monroe, Kiroli Park is truly one of Northern Louisiana’s best kept secrets.

Kiroli Park/Facebook Fun fact: Kiroli Park’s name combines the first two letters of the Kiwanis, Rotary, and the Lions Club. They purchased the land in 1925 for the Boy Scouts of America to use as a camp.

The park offers 150 acres of natural beauty to explore.

Cgerz/Trip Advisor There’s something for everyone here at Kiroli Park.

There are several playgrounds, tennis courts, a dog park, hiking trails and fishing ponds for you to enjoy.

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There’s also several picnic areas that would be perfect for a family gathering, birthday party, or reunion.

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What makes this park so special is the beautifully manicured gardens scattered throughout the park

Kiroli Park/Facebook Those tulips are absolutely stunning, don’t you think?

Who wouldn’t want to curl up in one of the hammocks, rocking back and forth and staring up at the trees?

Kiroli Park/Facebook If you need me, this is where I’ll be.

There are a few hiking trails too, so be sure to bring along your camera!

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One of the coolest additions to the park opens very soon, an inclusive playground.

Civitan Park at Kiroli/Facebook Designed by Shane’s Inspiration, the mission of the park is to create an inclusive playground that unite children of all abilities. This section of the park will be open on June 3rd!

Kiroli Park is located at 820 Kiroli Rd, West Monroe, Louisiana 71291

Kiroli Park/Facebook

Fun fact: Kiroli Park’s name combines the first two letters of the Kiwanis, Rotary, and the Lions Club. They purchased the land in 1925 for the Boy Scouts of America to use as a camp.

Cgerz/Trip Advisor

There’s something for everyone here at Kiroli Park.

Those tulips are absolutely stunning, don’t you think?

If you need me, this is where I’ll be.

Hola 624/Trip Advisor

Civitan Park at Kiroli/Facebook

Designed by Shane’s Inspiration, the mission of the park is to create an inclusive playground that unite children of all abilities. This section of the park will be open on June 3rd!

Have you ever been? Let us know in the comments below!

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