Tangipahoa Parish Map, Louisiana
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Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana
Tangipahoa Parish sits in southeastern Louisiana, stretching from the Mississippi state line down to Lake Pontchartrain. Hammond is the parish seat and is home to Southeastern Louisiana University.
Locals love their strawberries here. The parish hosts a popular Strawberry Festival each spring. It’s a sweet celebration that draws crowds from all over.
You’ll find a mix of Cajun and Southern cultures, evident in the food and friendly folks. People here can explore lots of options for kayaking and camping.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Parish Name | Tangipahoa Parish |
| Parish Seat | Amite City |
| Population | Approximately 140,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Hammond, Ponchatoula, Amite City, Kentwood, Independence, Tickfaw, Roseland, Natalbany, Tangipahoa |
| Interstates and Highways | I-12, I-55, US-51, US-190, LA-22, LA-16 |
| FIPS Code | 22-105 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 823 square miles (791 sq mi land, 32 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Parishes (and Direction) | Amite County, Mississippi (Northwest), Pike County, Mississippi (North), Walthall County, Mississippi (Northeast), St. Helena Parish (West), Livingston Parish (West), Washington Parish (East), St. Tammany Parish (East), St. John the Baptist Parish (Southwest), St. Charles Parish (South), Jefferson Parish (Southeast) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Louisiana |
| Coordinates | 30.6291° N, 90.5120° W |
| Etymology | Named after the Acolapissa word meaning ear of corn or those who gather corn |
| Major Landmarks | Southeastern Louisiana University, Global Wildlife Center, Zemurray Gardens, Joyce Wildlife Management Area, Kliebert’s Alligator and Turtle Farm |
| Website | Tangipahoa Parish Website |
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