2024 Map of Coup Point

About this map

Goldonna sits at the northern edge of a complex landscape where the bottomlands of the Saline Bayou Wild and Scenic River meet the upland reaches of the Kisatchie National Forest. This modern record reveals a detailed network of parish roads and land tracks, such as Goldonna Rd and Rice Rd, that weave through the pine-dominated terrain of Natchitoches and Winn Parishes. The eastern boundary is defined by the expansive wetlands of Saline Lake, while Black Lake occupies the southwestern corner, showing the enduring importance of these water bodies to local geography. Landmarks like Coup Point and Burnt Pine Point highlight the irregular shoreline where the bayou system expands into lake beds. Numerous named drainage features, including Little Fordoche Creek and Cheechee Creek, illustrate the intricate hydrology that has historically dictated settlement patterns and access in this part of Louisiana.