Lois Jackson Park is a grassy, city-run neighborhood park at 200 Bill Owens Parkway in north Longview. It combines a playground, hiking and biking trails, racquetball courts, and picnic facilities on one compact, easy-to-reach site. Local families and regular exercisers come here for open lawn space and a quick dose of East Texas greenery without the drive to a larger regional park.
Most visits split between the playground and the trails. Parents keep watch over the play equipment from nearby picnic spots, while walkers, joggers, and cyclists use the paths for short loops under the area’s pines and hardwoods. The racquetball courts are less common in a neighborhood park and draw a steady group of players. The park’s 4.5-star rating reflects visitors’ praise for a clean, low-key setting that works equally well for a weekday stroll or a weekend birthday picnic.
Visitor Highlights & Practical Info
Go early in the morning or near sunset from June through September. Longview summers bring heavy heat and humidity, so carry water and bug spray for the trails. Spring and fall offer the most comfortable conditions, and those seasons also bring the biggest weekend crowds at the playground and picnic areas. Weekday mornings tend to be the quietest. Admission is free. Before planning a group event, check with the City of Longview Parks and Recreation Department for current hours, court availability, and pavilion rules. Bill Owens Parkway gives drivers direct access from Loop 281 and the rest of north Longview.
