Louisiana Counties
Louisiana, state in the southern United States. There are 64 county in Louisiana. You can find the list of these counties and detailed information from the links below.
East Baton Rouge Parish
East Baton Rouge Parish, population 439,729
Jefferson Parish
Jefferson Parish, population 432,346
Orleans Parish
Orleans Parish, population 389,476
With influences from French, Spanish, African, and Native American cultures, Louisiana's 64 parishes offer incredible diversity across regions. Here are some highlights:
Orleans Parish
Containing New Orleans, Orleans Parish provides:
- Fabulous food, music, and nightlife in the lively French Quarter
- Stunning architecture in the Garden District
- Swamp tours and airboat rides in the nearby bayous
Jefferson Parish
Adjacent to New Orleans, Jefferson Parish offers:
- Plantation tours along the Great River Road like the Oak Alley Plantation
- Fishing charters and wildlife tours in Barataria Preserve
- Family fun at Audubon Zoo and Aquarium of the Americas
Rapides Parish
In central Louisiana, Rapides Parish contains:
- Outdoor adventure along the Red River at Indian Creek Recreation Area
- Loblolly Pine North Trail for hiking through the Kisatchie National Forest
- Historic buildings in downtown Alexandria
Calcasieu Parish
In southwest Louisiana, Calcasieu Parish provides:
- Cajun and Creole food in Lake Charles like boudin, gumbo, and etouffee
- Fishing and boating on the Calcasieu River Water Trail
- Birdwatching along the Creole Nature Trail All-American Road
The diversity across Louisiana's parishes offers experiences ranging from culture to nature, music to cuisine.
