Red River Parish, Louisiana
Red River Parish is located in northwestern Louisiana, not far from Shreveport. Although it is relatively small, the parish has a strong sense of local identity and takes its name from the Red River, which flows through the area.
The parish is known for its proud rural communities, with a landscape that blends open farmland and wooded areas. Expansive cotton fields are a familiar sight across the countryside, reflecting the agricultural character of the region.
Coushatta is the largest community and serves as the center of parish life, though it remains a small town rather than a major urban area. Hunting is an important local tradition, with deer season drawing particular attention each year. Summers can be intensely hot, while fall foliage brings a colorful change to the landscape.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Parish Name | Red River Parish |
| Parish Seat | Coushatta |
| Etymology | Named after the Red River, which forms part of the parish’s boundary |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Coushatta, Edgefield, Hall Summit, Martin, East Point |
| Interstates and Highways | US-71, LA-1, LA-174, LA-480 |
| FIPS Code | 22-081 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 402 square miles (389 sq mi land, 13 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Parishes (and Direction) | Caddo Parish (Northwest), Bossier Parish (North), Bienville Parish (Northeast), Natchitoches Parish (Southeast), De Soto Parish (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Louisiana |
| Coordinates | 32.0150° N, 93.3405° W |
| Major Landmarks | Red River Parish Courthouse, Coushatta Historic District, Grand Bayou Reservoir, Eddie D. Jones Nature Park, Red River Lock and Dam No. 4 |
| Population | Approximately 8,500 |
