Vernon Parish Map, Louisiana

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Vernon Parish, Louisiana

Vernon Parish sits in west-central Louisiana, bordering Texas. It’s known as “Louisiana’s Legend Country” thanks to its rich folklore.
The parish is home to Fort Polk, a major U.S. Army installation that’s been around since World War II. Forests cover most of the land here.
You’ll find small towns scattered throughout, with Leesville being the largest. Travelers here love it. There’s fishing, hunting, and hiking galore in places like Kisatchie National Forest.
Category | Details |
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Parish Name | Vernon Parish |
Parish Seat | Leesville |
Population | Approximately 47,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | Leesville, New Llano, Rosepine, Hornbeck, Anacoco, Pitkin, Fort Polk South, Simpson |
Interstates and Highways | US-171, LA-8, LA-10, LA-28, LA-111 |
FIPS Code | 22-115 |
Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,341 square miles (1,328 sq mi land, 13 sq mi water) |
Adjacent Parishes (and Direction) | Sabine Parish (Northwest), Natchitoches Parish (North), Rapides Parish (East), Allen Parish (Southeast), Beauregard Parish (South), Newton County, Texas (West) |
Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
State | Louisiana |
Coordinates | 31.1094° N, 93.1776° W |
Etymology | Named after Mount Vernon, the home of George Washington, the first President of the United States |
Major Landmarks | Fort Polk Military Base, Kisatchie National Forest, Vernon Parish Museum, Anacoco Lake, Toledo Bend Reservoir |
Website | Vernon Parish Website |
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