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Parks

Zemurray Park
Zemurray Park
Zemurray Park

Zemurray Park

FEATURES:

  • 33 acres
  • Playground area
  • Lighted park area
  • Large pond
  • Walking/Jogging track (.7 miles= 1 lap)
  • Hammond Dreamland Skate Park
  • Zemurray Swimming Pool
  • Zemurray Tennis Courts
  • Reimer’s Baseball Field
  • Stire Baseball Field
  • Settoon Baseball Field

Reserve Zemurray Park

400 South Oak Street
Hammond, LA 70401

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Clarke Park
Clarke Park

Clarke Park

ATURES:
  • 5.3 acres
  • Clarke Park Softball Field
  • Playground area
  • Open pavilion area
  • Restrooms
  • Basketball court

Reserve Clarke Park

801 South Holly Street
Hammond, LA 70401

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Mooney Avenue Park
Mooney Avenue Park

Mooney Avenue Park

FEATURES:

  • 2.3 acres
  • Mooney Avenue Park Multi-Purpose Field
  • Basketball court area
  • Restrooms
  • Lights
  • Splash pads

Reserve Mooney Avenue Park

800 Mooney Avenue
Hammond, LA 70401

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Cate Square Park
Cate Square Park

Cate Square Park

EATURES:

  • 2.1 acres
  • Playground area
  • Gazebo

Reserve Cate Square Park

200 West Charles Street
Hammond, LA 70401

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Jackson Park
Jackson Park

Jackson Park

FEATURES:
  • 3,000 sq. ft
  • Playground area
  • Basketball Court
  • Restrooms
  • Walking Trail

Reserve Jackson Park

707 Harden Dr.
Hammond, LA 70401

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North Oak Park Complex
North Oak Park Complex

North Oak Park Complex

FEATURES:

  • 41 acres
  • North Oak Park Softball Fields (4)
  • Concession area
  • Restrooms
  • Lights
  • Bleachers
  • Picnic area
  • Playground area
  • Splash pads
  • For reservations call SELU at (985) 549-5591

Reserve North Oak Park Complex

2311 North Oak Street
Hammond, LA 70401

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Hammond Dreamland Skatepark
Hammond Dreamland Skatepark

Hammond Dreamland Skatepark

FEATURES:

  • Open from dawn until dusk everyday
  • All ages welcome
  • No admission fee
  • Helmets and safety pads are not required   but highly recommended
  • Skate at your own risk

Reserve Dreamland Skatepark

Corner of South Oak St.
& West Coleman Ave.
Hammond, LA 70403

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Martin Luther King Park
Martin Luther King Park

Martin Luther King Park

FEATURES:

  • 9.7 acres
  • Playground area
  • Pavilion with restrooms
  • Basketball court area
  • Splash pads
  • MLK Park Softball Field

Reserve Martin Luther King Park

600 Martin Luther King Dr.
Hammond, LA 70401

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pool

Facility
Facility

Facility

  • Pool Hours:
    Monday-CLOSED
    Tuesday-11:00 am-5:00 pm
    Wednesday- 11:00 am-5:00 pm
    Thursday- 11:00 am-5:00 pm
    Friday-11:00 am-5:00 pm
    Saturday-11:00 am-5:00 pm
    Sunday-11:00 am-4:00 pm
  • Admission:
    • $5 per person
    • Cash
    • Card (+$3 service fee)

 

  • Group Events
    Please contact the pool manager via email or phone at recreation@hammond.org or (985) 277-5909 with any questions.
  • Swim Teams
    • The Zemurray Park Pool would love to host your next swim meet in our state of the art facility! We are also available for reservations for practices.
    • Please contact the pool manager via email or phone at recreation@hammond.org or (985) 277-5909 with any questions regarding reserving the pool or prices. 

Facility
Swim Lessons

Swim Lessons

Ages 5-13
Open Registration Begins May 5th, 2026
Sessions : June 9th-19th and July 7th-17th
Classes held Tuesday-Friday 
Morning sessions between 8 am and 9:45 am 
Afternoon sessions between 4 pm and 5:45 pm 
Class placement will depend on skill level
Cost: $100 per student  
 
Adult Lessons: Coming soon
 
Swim Lessons
Swim Team

Swim Team

Zemurray Sea Lions Swim Team
Open Registration Begins March 16th, 2026
Ages 6-18 years old
Season dates: May 26th-June 26th, 2026
Cost: $75 per swimmer
Registration includes:
 • Team Gear: Official Sea Lions Swim Cap, Team T-Shirt.
 • Coaching & Meet Participation: Included.
Swim Team

Sports

Youth Sports
Youth Sports
Youth Sports

Youth Sports

  • Youth Basketball
  • Youth Baseball
  • Basketball Free Play

Education & Camps

Afterschool
Afterschool

Afterschool

The afterschool program is designed to provide academic, recreational, and health and wellness activities for children in grades 3 to 8. Participants will engage in fun activities in a safe environment, as well as enjoying physical activities, healthy snacks, and a nutritious dinner. Homework and tutorial services are also available.

Afterschool Program Facebook Page

For more information, please click here.

Afterschool
Camps

Camps

• NASA Astro Holiday Camp
• Christmas Holiday Camp
• Easter Holiday Camp
• Summer Camp

Afterschool Program Facebook Page
Summer Camp Flyer
Summer Camp Registration Application
Holiday Camp Registration Application
Easter Camp Registration Application

Camps

Adult Activities

Activities for All Ages
Adult Sports
Adult Sports

Adult Sports

  • Adult Men Flag Football
  • Adult Kickball Coed League
  • Adult Volleyball Coed League
  • Adult Men Basketball League
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Adult Leisure Programs
Adult Leisure Programs

Adult Leisure Programs

  • Gym Walking
  • Pickleball
  • Line Dancing
  • Young at Heart Chair Exercise
  • Zumba Gold
  • Line Dancing
  • Artworks Paint Class
  • Craft Society
  • Monthly Veterans Breakfast
  • Annual Veterans Luncheon
  • Adult Leisure Day Trips (Twice a year)
Activities for All Ages
Activities for All Ages

Activities for All Ages

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Upcoming Events

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Contact Us

  • (985) 277-5900

  • Michael J. Kenney Center

    601 W. Coleman Ave.
    Hammond, LA 70403
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    P.O. Box 2788
    Hammond, LA 70404

  • Hours

    Monday – Friday
    8 am – 4:30 pm

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Recreation Staff

Get In Touch

Desiree Dotey
Desiree Dotey
Director
985-277-5901
dotey_dm@hammond.org
Chris Mouswaswa
Chris Mouswaswa
Assistant Director
985-277-5908
mouswaswa_cn@hammond.org
Grant Stafford
Grant Stafford
Youth Sports Manager for Zemurray Sports
985-543-6767
grant@playcsp.com
Betty Lee
Betty Lee
Program Secretary
985-277-5905
lee_be@hammond.org
Cheryl Bankston
Cheryl Bankston
Secretary
985-277-5903
bankston_ca@hammond.org
Keiana Malone
Keiana Malone
Leisure Activities Coordinator
985-277-5906
malone_kw@hammond.org