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Recreation

Opportunities for recreation are abundant in Jeff Davis Parish, which boasts several parish parks and facilities that are open throughout the year. In addition to the replica of the first oil rig, the Alligator House and the Tourist Information Center are located in Jennings’ 31-acre Louisiana Oil and Gas Park. This park provides picnicking, fishing on its 11-acre lake, playground equipment and a jogging/walking trail.

Houssiere Park, West End Park, War Memorial Swimming Pool and Park, North Cutting Park and Tennis Courts, and the Mermentau River are also prime areas for recreational activities in Jennings. Lake Arthur Park is ideal for swimming, picnicking, volleyball, tennis, basketball and softball. John Blank Sportsman’s Park in Welsh offers such pastimes as swimming, tennis, baseball, fishing, boating, picnicking, camping and trail walking.

Golf enthusiasts take advantage of the Jennings Golf Club. The club features a newly renovated 18-hole course that spans more than 6,300 yards for a par 72, as well as a pro shop, tennis courts and a swimming pool. Patrons can also find a 19th hole, plus a number of tournaments and special events. The golf course is open Monday-Sunday, 7 a.m.- 6 p.m. (337) 824-1274 or (337) 824-1284

A mere five minutes from Jennings brings guests to the Cajun Elite Shooting Club in Evangeline. Skeet, trap and sporting clay shooting are available, as are tournaments, clinics and special events. The site is home to a 9,500-square-foot clubhouse available to all. The Cajun Elite Shooting Club is open Wednesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-dusk and Saturday-Sunday, 9 a.m.-dusk. (337) 824-2110 www.cajunelite.com

Located at the southern end of the Mississippi and Central flyways, the Lacassine National Wildlife Refuge was created in 1937 as a sanctuary for area wildlife. The refuge protects one of the nation’s major wintering grounds for waterfowl, with peak populations reaching more than 300,000 ducks and 80,000 geese. The nearly 35,000-acre wildlife haven is also home to swamp rabbits, fox squirrel, mink, coyotes, white-tailed deer, a large population of American alligators and more. Hunting and fishing are permitted at designated times, with hiking, biking, boating and wildlife observation rounding out the list of available activities. The Lacassine National Wildlife Refuge is open all year, seven days a week from sunrise to sunset.