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Shreveport Louisiana Map

Explore Shreveport, 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 Shreveport, Louisiana

How to Use This Shreveport, Louisiana Map

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

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

Latitude	32.466879
Longitude	-93.792193
Population	187,593
Density	671.9 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	71107, 71129, 71101, 71102, 71103
Area Code	318
School District	Caddo Parish School District

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About Shreveport, Louisiana

Shreveport is a locality in Caddo Parish, Louisiana, United States. With a population of 187,593, Shreveport is a major urban centre in Louisiana. The population density is 671.9 people per km². Shreveport is located at 32.4669°N, 93.7922°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Shreveport is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 71107, 71129, 71101.

Shreveport emerges from the flat, humid expanse of the north-western interior, defined primarily by the steady, winding passage of the Red River that carves a path directly past its center. It lies 1.2 miles west-northwest of Bossier City, LA (from Bossier City, LA: bearing 301°T), and is situated 8.3 miles west-southwest of Red Chute. The land here is marked by low-lying plains and dense, humid woodlands that hold the heat of the afternoon long after the sun has begun its descent toward the horizon. To the west, the landscape is punctuated by the Pine Hills, which rise eight miles away to break the uniformity of the terrain, while the Bossier City Reservoir sits quietly just two miles from the urban core. The air in Shreveport carries a heavy, lingering moisture, and the light at dusk often turns a deep, bruised purple, reflecting off the riverbed in a way that makes the surrounding trees seem like silhouettes cut from iron.

Shreveport owes its origin to the strategic necessity of clearing a massive log jam that once choked the local waterways, opening a passage for trade into the interior of the continent. Founded by a group of forward-looking men who recognized the potential of the river confluence, the settlement grew from a rugged outpost into a central hub for the transport of goods and travelers. Over the decades, Shreveport transitioned from a frontier river landing into a place of brick and mortar, where the architecture reflects a steady layering of generations. The past remains visible in the older districts, where the heavy, humid atmosphere seems to preserve the memory of the steamboats that once arrived with their whistles echoing against the dense riparian timber.

Economic life in Shreveport is anchored by a diverse mix of industry, ranging from energy production to the logistical demands of a major regional transport node. The presence of several institutions of higher learning, including Louisiana State University Shreveport, ensures a steady current of intellectual engagement that influences the professional standards of the medical and technical sectors. Infrastructure in Shreveport is designed to manage the flow of traffic across the river, with bridges serving as the vital arteries that connect the various neighborhoods and business districts. The daily rhythm is dictated by the steady hum of commerce and the academic calendar, creating a predictable, industrious pace that defines the working hours of the population.

Cultural expression in Shreveport finds its voice in the vibrant annual festivals that celebrate everything from local arts to the seasonal harvests of the region. Residents often gather at Riverview Park to enjoy the open space along the riverbanks, a serene counterpoint to the bustling energy of the gaming and entertainment venues that draw visitors from across the region. While professional sports teams are often followed from afar, the local spirit is most evident during college game days, which bring a focused intensity to the community. Famous individuals like the legendary musician Lead Belly, who drew inspiration from the rhythms of this landscape, are remembered as vital threads in the history of the area. Life in Shreveport moves with a particular, deliberate weight, shaped by the heat and the slow, persistent movement of the water nearby.

Nearby Outdoor Places

R.W. Norton Art Gallery (Gallery) — 0.8 mi, 359° N
American Rose Center (Attraction) — 3.0 mi, 232° SW
Louisiana State Exhibit Museum (Museum) — 3.4 mi, 014° N
Shreveport Municipal Auditorium (Theatre / Concert Hall) — 4.4 mi, 029° NE
Sci-Port Discovery Center (Museum) — 4.5 mi, 029° NE
Shreveport Aquarium (Aquarium) — 4.6 mi, 029° NE
Red River District (Landmark) — 4.6 mi, 028° NE
Spring Street Historical Museum (Museum) — 4.8 mi, 029° NE
Caddo Parish Courthouse (Landmark) — 4.8 mi, 029° NE
Barksdale Global Power Museum (Museum) — 6.1 mi, 080° E
Fairy Avenue Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 032° NE
Ingleside Park (Local Park) — 0.8 mi, 062° NE
Airport Park & Community Center (Local Recreation) — 1.5 mi, 226° SW
Cargill Park (Local Recreation) — 2.2 mi, 207° SW
Il Porcellino (Public Artwork) — 3.1 mi, 100° E
Caddo Parish Confederate monument (Monument) — 4.0 mi, 038° NE
Old Railroad Equitment (Attraction) — 4.0 mi, 044° NE
Track Speeder (Attraction) — 4.0 mi, 030° NE
Sci-Port: Louisiana's Science Center (Museum) — 4.3 mi, 042° NE
Derelict Tram (Attraction) — 4.7 mi, 038° NE
C. Bickham Dickson Park - In Bossier Ph. (State Park) — 5.5 mi, 106° E
SUSLA Sign (Attraction) — 5.9 mi, 334° NW
Mardi Gras Museum (Museum) — 5.9 mi, 044° NE
Krewe of Gemini (Arts Centre) — 6.0 mi, 045° NE
Red River National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 6.5 mi, 104° E · 30k acres
Linebacker II (Monument) — 7.1 mi, 063° NE
1st Cevg Combat Skyspot Memorial (Monument) — 7.1 mi, 062° NE
Chimp Haven (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 17.1 mi, 211° SW
Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 22.0 mi, 305° NW · 15k acres
Kisatchie National Forest (National Forest) — 30.6 mi, 064° NE · 607k acres

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