Vermilion Parish, Parish administrative division in southern Louisiana, United States.
Vermilion Parish is an administrative region in southern Louisiana with coastal areas along the Gulf of Mexico and several municipalities including Abbeville. The territory includes wetlands and barrier islands typical of the Gulf coast.
The parish was established in 1844 and named after the Vermilion River and Bay. French-Canadian and European settlers founded early communities that shaped the region's character.
French-Canadian and Acadian traditions shape how residents celebrate, cook, and gather in their communities across the parish.
The parish is served by a sheriff's office that handles local law enforcement. Visitors should expect rural character with scattered communities, so plan travel time between towns accordingly.
A significant portion of the land consists of water bodies and wetlands, creating a unique environment. This mix of land and water defines the region's ecology and sets it apart geographically.
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