Larose Louisiana Map
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Interactive Map of Larose, Louisiana
| City | Larose |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| County | Lafourche Parish |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 29.572438 |
| Longitude | -90.381748 |
| Population | 6,763 |
| Density | 240.3 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code | 70373 |
| Area Code | 985 |
| School District | Lafourche Parish School District |
About Larose, Louisiana
Larose is a locality in Lafourche Parish, Louisiana, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,763. The population density is 240.3 people per km². Larose is located at 29.5724°N, 90.3817°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 70373.Larose unfolds along the banks of the Bayou Lafourche, where the slow movement of dark water dictates the quiet pulse of the land. It lies 19.1 miles east-southeast of Bayou Blue, LA (from Bayou Blue, LA: bearing 105°T), and is situated 3.3 miles northwest of Cut Off. The horizon stays low and wide, defined by the flat expanse of marshes that stretch toward the open coastline only two miles away. Sunlight often turns the air into a shimmering veil, casting long shadows across the brackish reaches of Bayou L'Eau Bleu. Seven miles to the north, the expanse of Lake Salvador provides a vast, reflective mirror for the shifting clouds. Larose holds the humidity of the Gulf close, keeping the earth damp and the greenery deep throughout the changing seasons.
Industry in Larose remains tethered to the maritime traditions that have long defined the livelihoods of those living near the bayou. The local economy relies heavily on the support of oilfield services, shipbuilding, and the persistent, hard-won efforts of the commercial fishing fleet. Historically, the area grew from the necessity of navigating these intricate waterways, turning the riverbed into a vital corridor for commerce and transport. People here possess a pragmatic relationship with the water, understanding how the tides influence the daily rhythm of work and supply. The landscape serves as a workspace, where the hum of engines and the steady flow of barges remain constant features of the environment.
Larose maintains a distinct cultural character shaped by the heritage of the bayou, where the pace of life feels measured and deliberate. The Larose Regional Park & Civic Center serves as a primary gathering point, hosting local events that draw neighbors together under the heavy canopy of oaks. While the region remains modest in its public profile, it has fostered individuals of notable achievement, such as the accomplished songwriter and musician Tab Benoit, whose work carries the unmistakable resonance of this delta country. Evening light often bathes the local landmarks in a muted, golden glow that softens the sharp edges of the industrial docks. Residents move with a quiet confidence, grounded by a long familiarity with the shifting currents and the slow, persistent growth of the coastal prairie.
Nearby Outdoor Places
- Larose Regional Park & Civic Center (Local Recreation) — 0.1 mi, 059° NE
- Blessed Virgin Mary (Public Artwork) — 0.5 mi, 095° E
- Pointe Aux Chenes Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 4.9 mi, 177° S
- Lions Park (Local Recreation) — 5.5 mi, 136° SE
- Division Of State Lands (State Resource Management Area) — 6.7 mi, 272° W
- Bayou Des Allemands (State Conservation Area) — 8.6 mi, 013° N
- Home Port (Historic Castle / Fort) — 15.4 mi, 236° SW
- Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, Barataria Preserve (Marine Protected Area) — 17.9 mi, 049° NE
- Timken Wildlife Management Area - Couba Island (Local Conservation Area) — 17.9 mi, 032° NE
- Swamp tour airboat (Attraction) — 18.9 mi, 051° NE
- Clark Cheniere Historical Marker (Monument) — 19.0 mi, 054° NE
- Manila Village Historical Marker (Monument) — 19.0 mi, 054° NE
- Boudreaux Canal (Viewpoint) — 19.2 mi, 228° SW
- Bush Canal 2 (Attraction) — 19.4 mi, 223° SW
- Bayou Terrebonne Waterlife Museum (Museum) — 20.4 mi, 275° W
- Dumas Auditorium (Theatre) — 20.8 mi, 274° W
- Southdown Museum (Museum) — 21.6 mi, 273° W
- Swampwalk (Attraction) — 21.9 mi, 048° NE
- Jean Lafitte Swamp Tour (Attraction) — 22.2 mi, 050° NE
- Davis Pond Freshwater Diversion Project (State Recreation Area) — 23.2 mi, 014° N
- Mandalay National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 23.8 mi, 268° W · 8,780 acres
- Bayou Segnette State Park (State Park) — 24.4 mi, 032° NE
- Veterans Memorial Plaza (Monument) — 25.0 mi, 360° N
- Wildcat Stadium (Stadium) — 27.3 mi, 000° N
- Laurel Valley Museum (Museum) — 28.6 mi, 302° NW
- Odenheimer Aquarium (Museum) — 28.6 mi, 032° NE
- Louisiana Toy Train Museum (Museum) — 29.0 mi, 016° N
- Prytania Theatre (Cinema) — 29.2 mi, 033° NE
- Bayou Savage National Wildlife Refuge (Marine Protected Area) — 41.4 mi, 043° NE
- Bayou Sauvage Urban National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 41.4 mi, 043° NE · 28k acres
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About This Larose Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Larose, Louisiana. Coordinates: 29.572438, -90.381748. 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 Larose includes the ZIP code (70373), 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. |
