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DeSoto Parish Map, Louisiana

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DeSoto Parish, Louisiana

De Soto Location Map Louisiana

DeSoto Parish sits in the northwestern corner of Louisiana, brushing up against Texas. It’s Cajun country, but with a twist. The parish seat, Mansfield, saw some action during the Civil War.

These days, it’s all about that small-town charm. Folks here know their neighbors and aren’t shy about waving hello.

You’ll find rolling hills and dense forests, a far cry from the swamps folks picture when they think of Louisiana. On weekends, locals flock to Toledo Bend Reservoir for some primo fishing.

CategoryDetails
Parish NameDeSoto Parish
Parish SeatMansfield
PopulationApproximately 26,000
Cities, Towns, and CommunitiesMansfield, Stonewall, Logansport, Grand Cane, Keatchie, Stanley, Frierson, Longstreet
Interstates and HighwaysI-49, US-171, US-84, LA-5, LA-191
FIPS Code22-031
Total Area (Land and Water)895 square miles (876 sq mi land, 19 sq mi water)
Adjacent Parishes (and Direction)Caddo Parish (North), Red River Parish (East), Natchitoches Parish (Southeast), Sabine Parish (South), Shelby County, Texas (Southwest), Panola County, Texas (West)
Time ZoneCentral Time Zone (CT)
StateLouisiana
Coordinates32.0352° N, 93.7014° W
EtymologyNamed after the Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto, who led the first European expedition deep into the territory of the modern-day United States
Major LandmarksMansfield State Historic Site, Logansport Riverfront Park, Desoto Parish Courthouse, North Toledo Bend State Park, Battle of Mansfield Historic Site
WebsiteDeSoto Parish Website

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