Reserve Louisiana Map
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Interactive Map of Reserve, Louisiana
| City | Reserve |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| County | St. John the Baptist Parish |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 30.072962 |
| Longitude | -90.555022 |
| Population | 8,541 |
| Density | 226.5 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Codes | 70084, 70068 |
| Area Code | 504 |
| School District | St. John the Baptist Parish School District |
About Reserve, Louisiana
Reserve is a locality in St. John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana, United States. It has a population of approximately 8,541. The population density is 226.5 people per km². Reserve is located at 30.0730°N, 90.5550°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP codes: 70084, 70068.Reserve sits firmly upon the low, fertile plains where the landscape opens wide toward the horizon. It lies 4.4 miles west-southwest of Laplace, LA (from Laplace, LA: bearing 258°T), and is situated 8.9 miles east of Lutcher. The Mississippi River defines the eastern edge of Reserve, its heavy, silt-laden waters pushing steadily through the basin. Five miles to the southwest, the dark, still waters of Lac des Allemands provide a quiet contrast to the river’s relentless momentum. To the north, the terrain remains largely flat, shaped by the historic influence of the Hymelia Crevasse which left its mark on the surrounding soil. At dusk, the light catches the moisture in the air, turning the sky a bruised violet that hangs heavy over the fields.
Reserve grew from a foundation of deep, alluvial earth that has long sustained the regional reliance on sugarcane and large-scale industrial processing. The rhythm of life in Reserve is dictated by the steady output of these mills and the steady commerce flowing along the riverbanks. Generations of families have labored in the fields and the processing plants, creating a culture built on the endurance of the land. Beyond the industrial corridors, the soil remains productive, a dark and rich medium that demands constant attention from those who work it. The nearby Regala Park serves as a modest space for local gatherings, providing a green reprieve from the industrial hum of the machinery.
Reserve holds a character forged by the blending of Creole and Cajun traditions, where the pace of conversation often slows to match the humidity of the afternoon. The community marks its time through seasonal festivals and school events that draw the neighborhood together under the shade of ancient oaks. While no singular monument dominates the skyline, the architecture of the older homes speaks to an era when the river was the primary artery of all local movement. Notable figures such as the musician Dave Bartholomew, who helped shape the sound of early rock and roll, found their early inspiration in the cultural vitality of this region. Residents of Reserve often gather for local celebrations that emphasize a shared heritage, keeping the social bonds of the area tight and resilient.
Nearby Outdoor Places
- Regala Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 301° NW
- Belle Pointe Park (Local Park) — 1.5 mi, 072° E
- Maurepas Swamp Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 2.7 mi, 322° NW
- San Francisco Plantation (Attraction) — 3.3 mi, 240° SW
- Returning The Chains (Public Artwork) — 6.1 mi, 248° W
- Wild Louisiana Kayak Swamp Tour Launch (Attraction) — 9.0 mi, 047° NE
- Blind River (State Conservation Area) — 9.9 mi, 346° N
- Division Of State Lands (State Resource Management Area) — 10.9 mi, 191° S
- Wildcat Stadium (Stadium) — 12.7 mi, 125° SE
- Veterans Memorial Plaza (Monument) — 14.0 mi, 133° SE
- Davis Pond Freshwater Diversion Project (State Recreation Area) — 17.3 mi, 130° SE
- Louisiana Toy Train Museum (Museum) — 19.7 mi, 110° E
- Ragin Cajun Airboat Tours (Attraction) — 20.0 mi, 123° SE
- NOLA Wax Hands (Arts Centre) — 20.9 mi, 107° E
- Compassionate Friends Memorial Garden (Monument) — 21.2 mi, 104° E
- Tickfaw State Park (State Park) — 21.4 mi, 345° N
- Ken Hollis Theater (Theatre) — 22.1 mi, 108° E
- Houmas House Plantation and Gardens (Attraction) — 23.2 mi, 282° W
- Garden of Honor (Monument) — 23.3 mi, 118° SE
- Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, Barataria Preserve (Marine Protected Area) — 23.5 mi, 127° SE
- Laurel Valley Museum (Museum) — 24.0 mi, 215° SW
- Gonzales 'Tee Joe' Museum (Museum) — 24.3 mi, 298° NW
- J&S Gallery (Gallery) — 24.5 mi, 108° E
- Bayou Segnette State Park (State Park) — 26.0 mi, 117° SE
- Odenheimer Aquarium (Museum) — 27.5 mi, 112° E
- Louisiana Children's Museum (Museum) — 28.2 mi, 102° E
- Prytania Theatre (Cinema) — 28.3 mi, 111° E
- Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 36.3 mi, 062° NE · 56k acres
- Bayou Sauvage Urban National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 36.9 mi, 089° E · 28k acres
- Bayou Savage National Wildlife Refuge (Marine Protected Area) — 36.9 mi, 089° E
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About This Reserve Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Reserve, Louisiana. Coordinates: 30.072962, -90.555022. 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 Reserve includes the ZIP code (70084, 70068), telephone area code (504), county seat of St. John the Baptist Parish, and school district assignment (St. John the Baptist 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. |
