Shreveport

Wallace Lake, Shreveport Neighborhood

Wallace Lake Heights offers a peaceful and tranquil environment with mostly single detached homes featuring three or more bedrooms. The housing options reflect architectural variety, as construction spans multiple decades throughout the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Its location provides straightforward access to highways such as I-49, making car travel convenient and parking readily available. Residents may find several nearby restaurants and essential services accessible by vehicle. Quiet streets add to the calm atmosphere of the community, creating a setting that emphasizes relaxed living. With a predominance of spacious homes, this area invites those seeking a serene and comfortable neighborhood setting.

Home buyers who prefer a relaxed atmosphere will enjoy Wallace Lake Heights. The noise levels in Wallace Lake Heights are very low, as the streets are generally very peaceful.

Highlights of Wallace Lake

Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special

🌳 Wallace Lake Dam and Recreation Area

Located at the southern end of Wallace Lake, this recreation area is perfect for fishing, boating, and birdwatching, and is known for its beautiful cypress trees and calm waters right off Wallace Lake Road.

🏫 Southern Hills Elementary School

A cornerstone public school for local families, Southern Hills Elementary on Bert Kouns Industrial Loop offers robust educational programs and serves as a vibrant community hub in the Wallace Lake area.

🍽️ Crawdaddy’s Kitchen

A local favorite for Cajun and Creole eats, Crawdaddy’s Kitchen on Mansfield Road is a go-to spot for Wallace Lake residents craving authentic crawfish, gumbo, and Southern hospitality just minutes from the lakeshore.

🛒 Brookshire’s Grocery

Conveniently situated on Mansfield Road, Brookshire’s provides Wallace Lake neighbors with a well-stocked, friendly shopping experience, making grocery runs easy for locals and lake visitors alike.

🚴 Wallace Lake Boat Launch and Nature Trails

Offering scenic trails and a well-maintained boat launch just off Wallace Lake Road, this site draws outdoor enthusiasts for cycling, jogging, and wildlife spotting in a tranquil, natural setting distinctive to this southern Shreveport enclave.

Wallace Lake

This July in Wallace Lake

Things to do, events, and what's happening this month

July 10–11, 2026

Delta Utilities Red River Balloon Rally

Louisiana Downs Casino & Racetrack, Bossier City (near Shreveport)

This vibrant two‑day festival is perfect for Wallace Lake residents looking for family fun: enjoy hot‑air balloon glows, tethered rides, live music, fireworks and a drone show — just a short drive away.

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July 4, 2026

Independence Day Celebration (Freedom Fest) & Fireworks

Downtown Shreveport

Celebrate America's 250th with a full day of family‑friendly activities downtown including Bourbon & BBQ festival, pie contests, quilt displays, live music and a big fireworks show — ideal for local families.

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July 16, 2026

Plant a Seed Of Creativity Painting with Whitney Tates

Shreve Memorial Library — Hollywood / Union Avenue Meeting Room • 12:00 PM–1:30 PM

Local adults from Wallace Lake can join this engaging summer reading program workshop, creating watercolor and pressed‑flower art while tying into the “Plant a Seed, Read!” theme.

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July 20, 2026

Creative Minds: Felt Feast (Children’s Craft)

Shreve Memorial Library — Hollywood / Union Avenue Meeting Room • 4:30 PM–5:00 PM

Families near Wallace Lake can bring children ages 6–11 to this fun felt‑food crafting session as part of the “Plant a Seed, Read!” summer program, fostering creativity and community.

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July 28, 2026

Plant a Scene Film Festival

Shreve Memorial Library — North Shreveport Meeting Room • 4:00 PM–6:00 PM

Teens and tweens from Wallace Lake area can attend this local film festival showcasing stop‑motion creations themed around plants and nature — community‑focused and inspiring.

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From the Neighborhood

Stories, updates, and things to know in Wallace Lake

Know Your Neighborhood

Local characteristics and demographics for Wallace Lake

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