Cut Off Louisiana Map
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Interactive Map of Cut Off, Louisiana
| City | Cut Off |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| County | Lafourche Parish |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 29.516283 |
| Longitude | -90.329714 |
| Population | 5,533 |
| Density | 145.9 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code | 70345 |
| Area Code | 985 |
| School District | Lafourche Parish School District |
About Cut Off, Louisiana
Cut Off is a locality in Lafourche Parish, Louisiana, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,533. The population density is 145.9 people per km². Cut Off is located at 29.5163°N, 90.3297°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 70345.Cut Off occupies a flat, low-lying expanse where the land softens into the pervasive moisture of the marsh. It lies 22.2 miles east-southeast of Bayou Blue, LA (from Bayou Blue, LA: bearing 109°T), and is situated 7.3 miles north-northwest of Galliano. Bayou Lafourche carves a deliberate path through the terrain, serving as the primary artery for the surrounding landscape. The horizon remains wide and unobstructed, colored by the hazy, humid light that lingers long after the sun begins its descent. Only four miles of marshy ground separate the soil from the open coastline, bringing a salt-heavy breeze to the evening air. To the north, the waters of Brusle Lake hold a quiet stillness, while the distance toward Bayou L'Eau Bleu suggests the encroaching influence of the tides.
Cut Off developed as a persistent outpost defined by the necessity of adapting to the water. The local economy draws its strength from the maritime and oilfield industries, which utilize the proximity to the coast to maintain a steady flow of commerce. Generations have relied on the waterways to navigate the heavy, silt-rich earth, shaping a labor force that understands the temperamental nature of the tide. This dedication to industry persists alongside a culture of self-reliance, where the rhythm of work is dictated by the requirements of the harbor. Cut Off continues to function as a vital link in the regional supply chain, grounding its identity in the steady, industrial pulse of the bayou.
Cultural life in Cut Off resonates with the distinct, layered heritage of the region, where the influence of Cajun and Creole traditions remains deeply embedded in daily speech and custom. Residents often congregate at the Cut Off Youth Center to mark the passage of the seasons and sustain the social bonds that define the neighborhood. The local calendar is punctuated by gatherings that celebrate the bounty of the land and the endurance of its people, echoing the slow, deliberate pace of life near the water. While the area remains modest in its public profile, it has produced notable figures such as the musician Tab Benoit, whose work carries the specific, swamp-blues character of these southern wetlands. Such individuals reflect the creative spirit that thrives in the quiet, humid spaces between the bayou and the sea.
Nearby Outdoor Places
- Cut Off Youth Center (Local Recreation) — 0.5 mi, 236° SW
- Lions Park (Local Recreation) — 0.6 mi, 116° SE
- Pointe Aux Chenes Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 1.7 mi, 232° SW
- Blessed Virgin Mary (Public Artwork) — 4.7 mi, 325° NW
- Oakridge Community Park (Local Park) — 8.8 mi, 161° S
- Division Of State Lands (State Resource Management Area) — 10.7 mi, 293° NW
- Salvador Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 14.5 mi, 353° N
- Home Port (Historic Castle / Fort) — 16.6 mi, 253° W
- Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, Barataria Preserve (Marine Protected Area) — 18.8 mi, 034° NE
- Bush Canal 2 (Attraction) — 19.3 mi, 238° SW
- Clark Cheniere Historical Marker (Monument) — 19.4 mi, 039° NE
- Manila Village Historical Marker (Monument) — 19.4 mi, 039° NE
- Boudreaux Canal (Viewpoint) — 19.6 mi, 243° SW
- Swamp tour airboat (Attraction) — 19.6 mi, 036° NE
- Swampwalk (Attraction) — 22.7 mi, 035° NE
- Jean Lafitte Swamp Tour (Attraction) — 22.9 mi, 037° NE
- Bayou Terrebonne Waterlife Museum (Museum) — 24.2 mi, 284° W
- Dumas Auditorium (Theatre) — 24.4 mi, 282° W
- Southdown Museum (Museum) — 25.2 mi, 282° W
- Bayou Segnette State Park (State Park) — 26.5 mi, 021° N
- Mandalay National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 26.9 mi, 270° W · 8,780 acres
- Grand Isle State Park (State Park) — 27.6 mi, 142° SE
- Vietnam War Memorial (Monument) — 28.3 mi, 014° N
- Odenheimer Aquarium (Museum) — 30.6 mi, 023° NE
- Prytania Theatre (Cinema) — 31.1 mi, 025° NE
- Wildcat Stadium (Stadium) — 31.3 mi, 354° N
- Painting with a Twist (Arts Centre) — 31.5 mi, 032° NE
- Louisiana Toy Train Museum (Museum) — 32.1 mi, 009° N
- Bayou Savage National Wildlife Refuge (Marine Protected Area) — 42.4 mi, 036° NE
- Bayou Sauvage Urban National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 42.4 mi, 036° NE · 28k acres
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About This Cut Off Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Cut Off, Louisiana. Coordinates: 29.516283, -90.329714. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Cut Off includes the ZIP code (70345), telephone area code (985), county seat of Lafourche Parish, and school district assignment (Lafourche Parish School District).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |
