Lafourche Parish Map, Louisiana
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Lafourche Parish, Louisiana
Lafourche Parish is in southeast Louisiana, stretching from the outskirts of New Orleans down to the Gulf of Mexico. It’s a place where the Mississippi Delta meets the sea.
You’ll find a unique landscape of marshes, bayous, and coastal plains. Locals here have a deep connection to the water. The parish seat, Thibodaux, is a small city with a big personality.
It’s home to Nicholls State University and some killer Cajun food. Kayaking, birdwatching, or just cruising down Bayou Lafourche. Take your pick. Oh, and don’t forget to brush up on your French. You might need it.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Parish Name | Lafourche Parish |
| Parish Seat | Thibodaux |
| Population | Approximately 98,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Thibodaux, Lockport, Golden Meadow, Larose, Cut Off, Galliano, Raceland, Bayou Blue |
| Interstates and Highways | LA-1, LA-308, US-90 |
| FIPS Code | 22-057 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,472 square miles (1,068 sq mi land, 404 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Parishes (and Direction) | St. James Parish (North), St. John the Baptist Parish (North), St. Charles Parish (Northeast), Jefferson Parish (East), Terrebonne Parish (West), Assumption Parish (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Louisiana |
| Coordinates | 29.6732° N, 90.7840° W |
| Etymology | Named after the French word “la fourche,” meaning “the fork,” referring to the fork in the Bayou Lafourche |
| Major Landmarks | E.D. White Historic Site, Bayou Lafourche, Jean Lafitte National Historical Park, Laurel Valley Village, Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center, Grand Isle State Park |
| Website | Lafourche Parish Website |
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