Ascension Parish Map, Louisiana
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Ascension Parish, Louisiana
Ascension Parish sits in southeast Louisiana, about halfway between Baton Rouge and New Orleans. The Mississippi River cuts through the western section with all of its swamps and bayous.
Locals are proud of their French heritage. You’ll hear “cher” and “bébé” tossed around in conversation. That rich culture comes alive in the parish’s festivals, food, and everyday life.
It’s Cajun country through and through. Alligators sometimes show up in people’s pools. But it’s just another day in Ascension Parish.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Parish Name | Ascension Parish |
| Parish Seat | Donaldsonville |
| Population | Approximately 140,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Donaldsonville, Gonzales, Sorrento, Prairieville, Geismar, St. Amant, Dutchtown |
| Interstates and Highways | I-10, I-12, US-61, LA-1, LA-30, LA-22, LA-44 |
| FIPS Code | 22-005 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 303 square miles (290 sq mi land, 13 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Parishes (and Direction) | East Baton Rouge Parish (North), Livingston Parish (Northeast), St. John the Baptist Parish (East), St. James Parish (Southeast), Assumption Parish (Southwest), Iberville Parish (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Louisiana |
| Coordinates | 30.2026° N, 90.9127° W |
| Etymology | Named after the Ascension of Our Lord Catholic Church, established in Donaldsonville in the 18th century |
| Major Landmarks | Houmas House Plantation, River Road African American Museum, Ascension Parish Courthouse, Pelican Point Golf Club, Donaldsonville Historic District |
| Website | Ascension Parish Website |
TRANSPORTATION MAP
Ascension Parish Road Map
Ascension Parish is well-connected by major roads. Interstate 10 cuts straight through, linking it to Baton Rouge and New Orleans. Though LA 42 and LA 73 are smaller, they’re vital for rural travel. Zoom in on our map to explore every route.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Ascension Parish Satellite Map
Ascension Parish is a mix of industry and agriculture. The Mississippi River dominates the west, with fertile fields stretching east. Industrial zones near Geismar break up the parish’s otherwise rural scenery.
OUTLINE MAP
Ascension Parish Blank Map
Ascension is long and narrow, hugging the Pierre Bayou on the east side. It doesn’t touch another state but sits firmly in Louisiana’s River Parishes.
Neighboring Parishes
Here are the 6 neighboring parishes of Ascension Parish:
Louisiana Parish Map
In Louisiana, you’ll taste it in the hot sauce and hear it in the midnight blues. Laissez les bon temps rouler? Try one of our Louisiana parish maps to explore. Come for the beignets. Stay for the bayou.