2015 Map of Big Bend

About this map

The Atchafalaya River winds through the southeastern corner of this landscape, marking the boundary between Avoyelles Parish and Pointe Coupee Parish. This region is defined by a dense network of waterways and wetlands, including Bayou des Glaises, which snakes across the northern portion of the map near the settlement of Big Bend. The land is dotted with numerous small lakes and bayous, such as Lac Patassa, Belson Lake, and Tilden Lake, illustrating the complex hydrology of the Louisiana river basin. Roadways like La-451 and Hamburg Rd follow the natural levees and ridges, providing access to small communities like Red Fish and Sutton Ridge. The presence of the Simmesport Hunting Club Rd suggests the area's ongoing use for recreational land management within this intricate alluvial environment.