Folsom Louisiana Map

About Folsom, Louisiana

Folsom is a locality in St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana, United States. It is a small community with a population of 709. The population density is 140.1 people per km². Folsom is located at 30.6302°N, 90.1873°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 70437.

Folsom exhales a quiet breath of pine and damp earth, a place where the land itself seems to sigh with the humidity of the Gulf Coast. It lies 18.5 miles east-north-east of Hammond, LA (from Hammond, LA: bearing 62°T), and is situated 11.9 miles north-north-west of Covington. Rolling hills, softened by centuries of wind and rain, give way to dense stands of loblolly pine and live oak draped in Spanish moss, their branches reaching like gnarled fingers towards the often-overcast sky. The air, thick and sweet with the scent of blooming magnolias in spring and decaying leaves in autumn, hangs heavy, a palpable presence that clings to the skin. Here, sunlight filters through the canopy in shifting patterns, dappling the sandy soil and illuminating the emerald undergrowth where unseen creatures rustle. The landscape feels ancient, a living testament to the slow, inexorable forces of nature that have shaped every contour and carved every shallow creek bed. The history of Folsom is intertwined with the fertile lands of St. Tammany Parish, a place that has long drawn sustenance from its soil. For generations, farming, particularly the cultivation of vegetables and timber, formed the backbone of its economy, a tradition that still echoes in the occasional roadside stand selling plump tomatoes or fragrant bundles of herbs. More recently, Folsom has become a destination for those seeking a more tranquil pace, its proximity to the larger urban centers of the region offering a convenient escape without sacrificing a connection to the natural world. The nearby Bogue Falaya River, a ribbon of dark water, whispers tales of its past, serving not only as a vital waterway but also as a recreational haven, its banks a popular spot for fishing and quiet contemplation. This enduring connection to the land, coupled with a growing appreciation for its serene character, defines the enduring spirit of Folsom.

About This Folsom Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Folsom, Louisiana — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 30.630189, -90.187305. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Folsom and St. Tammany Parish.

Detailed location data for Folsom includes the ZIP code (70437), telephone area code (985), county seat of St. Tammany Parish, and school district assignment (St. Tammany Parish School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Folsom is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.