Claiborne Parish, Louisiana
Claiborne Parish sits in the northwestern corner of Louisiana, along the Arkansas border. This rural parish is named after William C.C. Claiborne, the first governor of the state of Louisiana.
About 14,000 residents live across its landscape of rolling hills and pine forests. The parish seat, Homer, is a small community known for its charming courthouse square and traditional small-town character.
Outdoor enthusiasts are drawn to Lake Claiborne State Park, where visitors can enjoy fishing, camping, boating, hiking, and other recreational activities. Claiborne Parish brings together history, nature, and community, creating a peaceful destination in northern Louisiana.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Parish Name | Claiborne Parish |
| Parish Seat | Homer |
| Etymology | Named after William C.C. Claiborne, the first Governor of Louisiana after statehood |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Homer, Haynesville, Athens, Lisbon, Junction City, Summerfield |
| Interstates and Highways | US-79, US-167, LA-2, LA-9, LA-518 |
| FIPS Code | 22-027 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 767 square miles (755 sq mi land, 12 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Parishes (and Direction) | Columbia County, Arkansas (Northwest), Union County, Arkansas (Northeast), Union Parish (East), Lincoln Parish (Southeast), Bienville Parish (South), Webster Parish (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Louisiana |
| Coordinates | 32.7917° N, 92.9950° W |
| Major Landmarks | Herbert S. Ford Memorial Museum, Lake Claiborne State Park, Historic Town of Homer, Haynesville Historic District, Claiborne Parish Courthouse |
| Population | Approximately 14,000 |
