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Central Louisiana Map

Explore Central, Louisiana, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Central, Louisiana

How to Use This Central, Louisiana Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Central, Louisiana. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Louisiana or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Central.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Central
State	Louisiana (LA)
County	East Baton Rouge Parish
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	30.559305
Longitude	-91.035507
Population	29,565
Density	183.4 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	70395, 70770
Area Code	985
School District	Central Community School District

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About Central, Louisiana

Central is a locality in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, United States. It has a population of 29,565. The population density is 183.4 people per km². Central is located at 30.5593°N, 91.0355°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Central is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 70395, 70770.

Central manifests as a quiet expanse of inland territory where the horizon stretches wide across flat, fertile plains. It lies 8.2 miles east-southeast of Baker, LA (from Baker, LA: bearing 107°T), and is situated 9.6 miles southeast of Zachary. Moisture hangs thick in the air here, softening the edges of the afternoon light as it filters through the dense canopy of local woodlands. Beaver Bayou winds its steady course just one mile away, marking the land with a slow, deliberate presence that shapes the drainage of the surrounding soil. Residents of Central often gather at Jackson Park, where the greenery offers a respite from the humid stillness of the day. Farther afield, the terrain remains consistent and unassuming, save for the subtle geological rise of Indian Mound visible twenty-five miles out.

Agriculture and the industrious spirit of early settlers defined the early development of Central, fostering a community built upon the rhythms of the seasons. The local economy has matured beyond its agrarian roots, transitioning into a modern landscape where professional services and small-scale commerce support a growing population. History lingers in the architecture of the older homes, which stand as quiet witnesses to the generations who cultivated this heavy, dark earth. While the pace of life here values stability, the influence of regional industries remains a constant hum in the background of daily routines. Central draws its strength from this practical foundation, ensuring that the legacy of those who first broke the ground remains integrated into the current social fabric.

Cultural character in Central reflects a blend of local traditions that are passed down through quiet, unspoken social codes. The community celebrates its identity through seasonal events that bring neighbors together, fostering a sense of belonging that thrives in the absence of urban clamor. While no single landmark dominates the skyline, the expansive grounds of Jackson Park provide a communal focal point for public life. The atmosphere is defined by a slow, deliberate cadence, where the passage of time is measured by the changing shades of the foliage rather than the ticking of a clock. Occasionally, the name of a notable figure like the artist George Rodrigue, who held deep ties to the broader regional culture, surfaces in conversations about the creative spirit of the area. Life in Central moves with an intentional ease, allowing the character of the people to emerge through their hospitality and deep-seated connection to the land.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Brec Jacob Kornmeyer Park (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 090° E
Howard Park (Local Park) — 1.1 mi, 024° NE
Kinchloe Lloyd Baker (Local Recreation) — 2.8 mi, 099° E
Comite River (State Conservation Area) — 3.6 mi, 262° W
Waddill Wildlife Refuge (State Conservation Area) — 4.4 mi, 179° S
Frenchtown Road Conservation Area (Local Conservation Area) — 6.1 mi, 155° SE
Greenwood Community Park (Local Recreation) — 7.2 mi, 270° W
Louisiana Mud Painting Gallery (Public Artwork) — 7.4 mi, 163° S
Baton Rouge Zoo (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 7.5 mi, 273° W
Mid City Civic Theatre (Theatre) — 8.6 mi, 214° SW
Peace Stones (Monument) — 8.9 mi, 204° SW
Southern University Agricultural Research and Extension (Attraction) — 9.4 mi, 258° W
Zachary Train Depot (Museum) — 9.5 mi, 310° NW
Zachary High School Football Stadium (Stadium) — 10.0 mi, 312° NW
State Capitol Park (State Park) — 10.4 mi, 229° SW
Battle of Baton Rouge (1779) (Monument) — 11.3 mi, 232° SW
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier (Monument) — 11.3 mi, 232° SW
LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens and Museum (Museum) — 11.4 mi, 201° S
Gallery 14 (Gallery) — 11.4 mi, 227° SW
Pentagon Barracks Museum (Museum) — 11.6 mi, 232° SW
Create Studios (Arts Centre) — 11.7 mi, 216° SW
Louisiana Black History Hall of Fame (Museum) — 11.8 mi, 225° SW
LSU Museum of Art (Museum) — 11.9 mi, 230° SW
Mississippi River Bridge (Attraction) — 12.7 mi, 229° SW
Varsity Theatre (Theatre) — 12.9 mi, 221° SW
African-American Cultural Center (Arts Centre) — 13.1 mi, 220° SW
Tickfaw State Park (State Park) — 24.4 mi, 117° SE
Cat Island National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 27.6 mi, 302° NW · 22k acres
Atchafalaya National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 33.2 mi, 259° W · 32k acres
Homochitto National Forest (National Forest) — 44.3 mi, 001° N · 192k acres

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