Baton Rouge

Discover BREC in Baton Rouge

Baton Rouge is home to the largest collection of BREC parks and facilities, offering something for every resident from neighborhood pocket parks to destination spaces that draw visitors from across the parish. Whether you're looking for outdoor recreation, arts and culture, sports, or natural escapes, there’s a BREC space ready for you.

Parks and Facilities in the City of Baton Rouge

Connect with the City of Baton Rouge

Named by French explorers as "the Red Stick City," Baton Rouge is where Louisiana's capital, flagship university, and distinctive Cajun and Creole cultures all come together. Located in Southeast Louisiana, Baton Rouge is the fifth largest city on the Mississippi River and home to Louisiana's largest parish. Strategically seated at the mouth of the Mississippi River, the Baton Rouge area's assets are integral to the nation's logistics and energy networks. Additionally, the city boasts a thriving arts culture and food scene making it a hub for unique festivals all year long.

Discover Summer Camps in Baton Rouge

For decades, BREC’s Summer Camps have been an inclusive, family tradition in East Baton Rouge Parish! Parents recognize the quality of BREC’s summer program which is loaded with a diverse curriculum of fun, memory-making activities that are second to none. Campers experience recreational games, community field trips, recreational sports, cultural arts, develop new friendships and more. From recreation and theatre to animals and science, there is a camp for children of all abilities, ages and interests!