2015 Map of Henleyfield

About this map

The winding Pearl River forms a complex boundary between Louisiana and Mississippi, defining a landscape of dense waterways and rural crossings. On the Louisiana side, Bogalusa and Pools Bluff anchor the western edge, while the Mississippi interior is dotted with small settlements like Henleyfield, Chinquapin, and Cybur. The intricate hydrology of the region is evident in the oxbows and sloughs such as Ox Lot Slough, Dead River, and Hells Gate Bayou, illustrating how the river's historical shifts have created a labyrinth of land and water. Numerous family-named landmarks and cemeteries, including Duffys Cem, Pounds Cem, and McGehee Cem, are scattered across the terrain, offering significant points of interest for genealogists tracing local lineages. The transition from the alluvial bottomlands near Cypress Bayou to higher ground like Pea Ridge reveals a territory historically shaped by its riverine economy and timber access.