Lincoln Parish, Louisiana
Lincoln Parish sits in north-central Louisiana, within reach of Shreveport. Though it is not a large parish, it has plenty of character, with Ruston serving as the parish seat and home to Louisiana Tech University.
Peaches are an important part of the local culture, celebrated each June during the Peach Festival. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore Lincoln Parish Park, located along the shores of Hoogland Lake, with opportunities to enjoy the area’s natural scenery and recreation.
The parish also offers a solid Southern food scene, while its climate brings mild winters and hot, often intense summers. Interstate 20 (I-20) provides convenient connections through the parish and toward communities such as Grambling, Choudrant, and Simsboro.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Parish Name | Lincoln Parish |
| Parish Seat | Ruston |
| Etymology | Named after Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Ruston, Grambling, Choudrant, Simsboro, Dubach, Vienna |
| Interstates and Highways | I-20, US-80, US-167, LA-33, LA-146 |
| FIPS Code | 22-061 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 472 square miles (472 sq mi land, 0.1 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Parishes (and Direction) | Union Parish (North), Ouachita Parish (East), Jackson Parish (South), Bienville Parish (Southwest), Claiborne Parish (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Louisiana |
| Coordinates | 32.5880° N, 92.6379° W |
| Major Landmarks | Louisiana Tech University, Grambling State University, Lincoln Parish Park, Eddie G. Robinson Museum, Dixie Center for the Arts, Railroad Park |
| Population | Approximately 48,000 |
