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Plaquemines Parish Map, Louisiana

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Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana

Plaquemines Location Map Louisiana

Plaquemines Parish sits at the southeastern tip of Louisiana. It’s where the Mississippi River meets the Gulf of Mexico.

This long, narrow stretch of land is a paradise for hikers. Fishing is king here so anglers come here for its world-class catches. But it’s not all about the water though.

The area’s rich history includes pirate legends and Civil War battles. Citrus groves are everywhere, producing sweet oranges and juicy satsumas.

CategoryDetails
Parish NamePlaquemines Parish
Parish SeatPointe à la Hache
PopulationApproximately 24,000
Cities, Towns, and CommunitiesBelle Chasse, Port Sulphur, Buras, Boothville, Venice, Pointe à la Hache, Braithwaite, Jesuit Bend
Interstates and HighwaysLA-23, LA-39, LA-11, LA-3137
FIPS Code22-075
Total Area (Land and Water)2,567 square miles (845 sq mi land, 1,722 sq mi water)
Adjacent Parishes (and Direction)Orleans Parish (North), St. Bernard Parish (Northeast), Jefferson Parish (West)
Time ZoneCentral Time Zone (CT)
StateLouisiana
Coordinates29.3569° N, 89.5391° W
EtymologyNamed after the French word “plaquemine,” meaning persimmon, a fruit that is native to the area
Major LandmarksFort Jackson, Fort St. Philip, Woodland Plantation, Fort Pike, Plaquemines Parish Seafood Festival, Venice Fishing Pier, Fort de la Boulaye
WebsitePlaquemines Parish Website

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