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Scott Louisiana Map

Explore Scott, 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 Scott, Louisiana

How to Use This Scott, Louisiana Map

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

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

Latitude	30.235757
Longitude	-92.094567
Population	8,119
Density	267.7 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	70583
Area Code	985
School District	Lafayette Parish School District

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About Scott, Louisiana

Scott is a locality in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana, United States. It has a population of approximately 8,119. The population density is 267.7 people per km². Scott is located at 30.2358°N, 92.0946°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Scott is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 70583.

Scott spreads across the flat, open expanse of the prairie, where the horizon stretches wide and unencumbered under a heavy, humid sky. It lies 4.5 miles west of Lafayette, LA (from Lafayette, LA: bearing 280°T), and is situated 6.2 miles south-southwest of Carencro.

The land around Scott maintains a subtle, consistent levelness, defined by the rich, dark soil that supports vast fields of rice and sugarcane. A mile from the center, the quiet waters of Coulee Ile des Cannes trace a slow path through the landscape, providing a narrow vein of moisture for the surrounding earth. Ten miles away, Lake la Pointe reflects the changing colors of the sky, offering a serene break in the otherwise unbroken flatness of the terrain. During the late afternoon, the light turns a deep, honeyed gold, catching the edges of the fields and casting long, thin shadows that seem to hold the heat of the day. Scott occupies this inland stretch, far removed from the motion of the coast, where the air remains still and heavy with the scent of damp earth.

Settlers arrived in Scott with a focus on the fertile potential of the soil, establishing a foundation built on agriculture and the steady labor of the harvest. Over time, the local economy transitioned from purely agrarian roots to include diverse industrial enterprises that leverage the region's central position for transport and logistics. These businesses now define the daily rhythm, as trucks and commerce flow through the corridors that connect the prairie to the wider world. The development of the area reflects a pragmatic resilience, with modern infrastructure operating alongside the lingering traditions of the rural landscape. Scott maintains a focused productivity, where the industrious nature of the residents remains the primary engine of its enduring stability.

The cultural character of Scott draws deeply from the layered heritage of the region, where Cajun and Creole influences color the language, the food, and the social habits of the people. Residents gather at Scott Park to enjoy the outdoors, marking the space as a central point for community life and seasonal celebrations. The annual Boudin Festival serves as a definitive event, drawing visitors to celebrate the local culinary specialty that has become synonymous with the identity of the area. While the pace of life remains deliberate, the influence of zydeco music provides a vibrant, rhythmic pulse that often emerges during local gatherings. Scott remains a place where the weight of tradition informs the present, ensuring that the quiet, grounded nature of the prairie persists in every daily interaction.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Scott Park (Local Park) — 0.3 mi, 002° N
Neyland Park (Local Park) — 1.8 mi, 131° SE
First Horizon Ampitheatre (Theatre) — 4.0 mi, 125° SE
Acadian Village (Attraction) — 4.0 mi, 180° S
Evangeline Maid Bread Sign (Attraction) — 4.2 mi, 095° E
Alexandre Mouton House (Museum) — 4.5 mi, 103° E
Mouton Monument (Monument) — 4.6 mi, 102° E
9/11 Memorial (Monument) — 4.7 mi, 099° E
Cité des Arts (Theatre) — 4.7 mi, 097° E
L A F A _ E T T E sign (Monument) — 4.7 mi, 100° E
Vermilionville Historic Village (Attraction) — 6.1 mi, 104° E
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, Barataria Preserve (Marine Protected Area) — 6.1 mi, 104° E
Corporate Block (Public Artwork) — 6.2 mi, 125° SE
Cypress Island (Conservation Area) — 7.2 mi, 105° E
Rayne City Museum (Museum) — 10.5 mi, 274° W
Cajun Country Swamp Tours (Attraction) — 11.3 mi, 094° E
Boho (Gallery) — 12.3 mi, 008° N
Spanish Lake - Dried Lake Bed (State Recreation Area) — 17.2 mi, 130° SE
Rice Museum (Museum) — 17.7 mi, 263° W
Jim Bowie Museum (Museum) — 20.5 mi, 003° N
Fireman's Museum (Museum) — 20.6 mi, 002° N
Palmetto Island State Park (State Park) — 25.4 mi, 188° S
Prairie Acadian Cultural Center (Arts Centre) — 26.2 mi, 313° NW
Atchafalaya National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 27.6 mi, 056° NE · 32k acres
Farm Service Agency Interest Of La (National Wildlife Refuge) — 31.9 mi, 314° NW · 9,337 acres
Greek Theatre (Arts Centre) — 55.9 mi, 077° E

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