Ouachita Parish Map, Louisiana

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Ouachita Parish, Louisiana

Ouachita Parish sits in northeastern Louisiana, straddling the Ouachita River. It’s home to Monroe, the parish seat and largest city.
Locals pronounce it “WASH-i-taw,” so don’t embarrass yourself by saying it wrong. You can fish, hunt, or boat to your heart’s content here.
Everyone digs the aviation museum, showcasing the region’s role in early flight. The food scene’s pretty solid too. Think catfish, gumbo, and crawfish done right. Yep, you guessed it.
Category | Details |
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Parish Name | Ouachita Parish |
Parish Seat | Monroe |
Population | Approximately 156,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | Monroe, West Monroe, Richwood, Sterlington, Swartz, Bawcomville, Claiborne, Calhoun |
Interstates and Highways | I-20, US-165, US-80, LA-15, LA-34 |
FIPS Code | 22-073 |
Total Area (Land and Water) | 633 square miles (610 sq mi land, 23 sq mi water) |
Adjacent Parishes (and Direction) | Union Parish (North), Morehouse Parish (Northeast), Richland Parish (East), Caldwell Parish (South), Jackson Parish (Southwest), Lincoln Parish (West) |
Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
State | Louisiana |
Coordinates | 32.5109° N, 92.1193° W |
Etymology | Named after the Ouachita Native American tribe |
Major Landmarks | Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge, Biedenharn Museum & Gardens, Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo, Chennault Aviation & Military Museum, Monroe RiverMarket |
Website | Ouachita Parish Website |
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