2020 Map of Latanier

About this map

The Red River snakes through this Louisiana landscape, defining the character of Rapides Parish with its sweeping oxbows and dense network of bayous. Near Miller Bluff, the river's path has left behind complex water features like Elbow Lake and Tarkill Lake, illustrating the dynamic nature of this alluvial plain. Small communities and family landmarks are scattered throughout the lowlands, including Latanier, Whittington, and Poland. Genealogists will find several notable burial sites such as Peart Cem, Wise Cem, and Mount Pleasant Cem situated near the riverbanks and along the local road network. The map reveals a land shaped by water and transport, with Bayou Latanier and Indian Bayou draining the wetlands between the river and the higher ground marked by Miller Bluff. This area's transition from riverfront settlements to inland bayous reflects a long history of agricultural and riparian life.