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Oakdale Louisiana Map

Explore Oakdale, 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 Oakdale, Louisiana

How to Use This Oakdale, Louisiana Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Oakdale, 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 Oakdale.

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	Oakdale
State	Louisiana (LA)
County	Allen Parish
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	30.816028
Longitude	-92.660421
Population	6,692
Density	497.6 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	71463
Area Code	318
School District	Allen Parish School District

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About Oakdale, Louisiana

Oakdale is a locality in Allen Parish, Louisiana, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,692. The population density is 497.6 people per km². Oakdale is located at 30.8160°N, 92.6604°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Oakdale is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 71463.

Oakdale maintains a quiet presence amidst the expansive, flat plains of the interior landscape. It lies 36.5 miles south-southwest of Alexandria, LA (from Alexandria, LA: bearing 200°T), and is situated 19.1 miles northwest of Mamou. The West Fork Caney Creek flows steadily through the surroundings, defining the local drainage and providing a constant, low-voiced companion to the woods. Unknown Park occupies the immediate territory, offering a patch of managed greenery where the local foliage thrives in the humid, inland air. Ten miles distant, the waters of Crooked Creek Reservoir gather in a stillness that reflects the heavy, golden quality of the afternoon light. The horizon remains unbroken by dramatic elevation, favoring instead a vast, open sky that seems to press gently down upon the fields.

Oakdale emerged from the needs of the timber industry, growing alongside the rhythmic pulse of sawmills that once dictated the pace of the day. The local economy shifted over decades, moving from the extraction of raw forest resources toward a modern reliance on varied industrial and service ventures. Hard work remains the primary currency here, with residents navigating the cyclical nature of regional trade and manufacturing. The history of the area is etched into the architecture of its older buildings, where the sturdy construction speaks of a time when the rails brought prosperity to the doorstep. Today, the labor force continues to adapt to changing markets, ensuring that the legacy of those early, industrious years persists in the modern workforce.

Oakdale possesses a cultural character shaped by the distinct blend of traditions found throughout this corner of the state. The town gathers for local events that emphasize community bonds, often centered around the high school football stadium, where the fervor of the crowd illuminates the Friday nights. Notable individuals such as the legendary musician Clifton Chenier have roots that tie them to the broader regional identity, reflecting the deep influence of zydeco music on the local spirit. Landmarks like the historic downtown storefronts provide a tangible link to the past, standing as silent observers to the changing seasons and the slow passage of time. Life moves with a deliberate cadence, favoring direct conversation and the simple pleasures of a porch-side evening as the heat eventually breaks.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Unknown Park (Local Park) — 0.3 mi, 309° NW
Fuller-edwards Arboretum And Nature Study (State Conservation Area) — 0.5 mi, 198° S
Unknown Field (Local Recreation) — 0.6 mi, 166° S
Marsh Bayou Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 4.2 mi, 092° E
Division Of State Lands (State Resource Management Area) — 6.2 mi, 062° NE
Kisatchie National Forest (National Forest) — 11.6 mi, 002° N · 607k acres
Palustris Experimental Forest (Recreation Easement) — 12.4 mi, 002° N
Southern Forest Heritage Museum (Museum) — 14.4 mi, 025° NE
The Indians (Monument) — 19.2 mi, 132° SE
Farm Service Agency Interest Of La (National Wildlife Refuge) — 20.0 mi, 150° SE · 9,337 acres
Lake Ophelia National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 20.8 mi, 053° NE · 35k acres
Chicot State Park District II (State Park) — 21.1 mi, 093° E
Moon Tree (Monument) — 25.1 mi, 358° N
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, Barataria Preserve (Marine Protected Area) — 26.6 mi, 147° SE
Prairie Acadian Cultural Center (Arts Centre) — 26.6 mi, 147° SE
Eunice Museum (Museum) — 26.7 mi, 147° SE
Street of Dreams Studios (Gallery) — 26.8 mi, 262° W
“the Sky’s the Limit” Sculpture (Public Artwork) — 27.2 mi, 151° SE
Bayou Beouf Purchase Unit (National Forest) — 30.1 mi, 009° N · 995 acres
Longleaf Scenic Area (Nature Reserve) — 30.8 mi, 295° NW
Fort Polk Military Museum (Museum) — 36.2 mi, 296° NW
Louisiana History Museum (Museum) — 36.4 mi, 020° N
Warrior Memorial Park monuments (Monument) — 36.5 mi, 296° NW
Beauregard Museum (Museum) — 37.2 mi, 273° W
Real Art DeRidder (Gallery) — 37.2 mi, 273° W
Paragon Cinema (Cinema) — 40.8 mi, 060° NE
Boho (Gallery) — 45.1 mi, 128° SE
Camp Livingston: POW Camp (Historic Ruins) — 45.1 mi, 022° N
Camp LIvingston Gas Chamber (Historic Ruins) — 45.9 mi, 021° N
Devils Backbone (Viewpoint) — 50.7 mi, 302° NW

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