Bessie D. Smith Park

Welcome to Bessie D. Smith Park in Shreveport, Louisiana. Come have a nice picnic and bring the kids to the playground.

To contact the office please call 318-673-7727.

Shreveport Louisiana Park Ordinances

*All children ages 6 and under must be supervised at all times.

*The following are prohibited; soliciting, harrassing of wildlife, climbing trees, defacing public property, weapons, glass objects, narcotics, littering, gambling, fighting.

*The following require special permits; public assemblies, organized athletic play, erection of tents,

*The following are only allowed in designated areas; organized athletic play, motor vehicles, picnic grilling, boating, swimming, flying remote control aircraft.

*Unless otherwise posted most parks close at 9 p.m. and open at 7 a.m.

*All dogs must be leashed and waste removed.

Please respect these and all local, State of Louisiana and United States statutes.