Rapides Parish Map, Louisiana
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Rapides Parish, Louisiana
Rapides Parish sits smack in the center of Louisiana, making it the heart of the state. It’s home to Alexandria, the parish seat and biggest city around these parts.
The Red River cuts right through with an array of lakes on the east side. This gives locals a place to fish and boat on lazy weekends.
Folks are friendly, and the food’s to die for. Think spicy crawfish and melt-in-your-mouth beignets. Like anywhere, Rapides has its challenges. But for many, it’s just home. Plain and simple.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Parish Name | Rapides Parish |
| Parish Seat | Alexandria |
| Population | Approximately 129,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Alexandria, Pineville, Ball, Boyce, Cheneyville, Forest Hill, Glenmora, Lecompte, McNary, Woodworth |
| Interstates and Highways | I-49, US-71, US-165, LA-1, LA-28, LA-107 |
| FIPS Code | 22-079 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,362 square miles (1,318 sq mi land, 44 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Parishes (and Direction) | Grant Parish (North), La Salle Parish (Northeast), Avoyelles Parish (East), Evangeline Parish (Southeast), Allen Parish (Southwest), Vernon Parish (West), Natchitoches Parish (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Louisiana |
| Coordinates | 31.2566° N, 92.4593° W |
| Etymology | Named after the “rapids” of the Red River, which flows through the parish |
| Major Landmarks | Alexandria Zoological Park, Kent Plantation House, Kisatchie National Forest, Alexandria Museum of Art, Forts Randolph and Buhlow State Historic Site |
| Website | Rapides Parish Website |
PHYSICAL MAP
Rapides Parish Topographic Map
Rapides features contrasts between river valleys and pine-covered hills. The Red River floodplain creates wide lowlands. While generally sloping downward eastward, occasional bluffs rise sharply along waterways. See these variations clearly using our detailed zoom feature.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Rapides Parish Satellite Map
The Red River slices diagonally through the parish with lots of oxbows throughout. The massive military base stands out southwest of Alexandria.
OUTLINE MAP
Rapides Parish Blank Map
Rapides forms a rough square tilted northeast. It’s purely a Louisiana parish, bordering no other states but touching seven neighboring parishes.
Neighboring Parishes
Here are the 7 neighboring parishes of Rapides 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.