Caddo Parish, Parish administrative division in northwestern Louisiana, United States.
Caddo Parish spans 937 square miles, containing Shreveport as its seat and numerous smaller municipalities connected by Interstate 20 and Highway 71.
The parish, established in 1838, received its name from the Caddo Native Americans who inhabited the territory before their removal in the 1830s.
The parish maintains public libraries, recreational facilities, and educational institutions, including LSU Shreveport and the Caddo Parish School Board system.
Residents access government services through multiple locations, including the courthouse, public works department, and various administrative offices throughout the parish.
The Red River flows through Caddo Parish, where 58 square miles of water bodies contribute to the region's geographic characteristics.
Location: Louisiana
Inception: 1838
Capital city: Shreveport
Shares border with: Miller County, DeSoto Parish, Bossier Parish, Red River Parish, Panola County, Harrison County, Marion County, Cass County
Website: http://caddo.org
GPS coordinates: 32.58000,-93.88000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:58
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Margaritaville Resort Casino
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Eighth Air Force Museum
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The Gardens of the American Rose Center
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Shreveport Aquarium
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Regions Tower
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Huey P. Long House
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Shreveport Opera
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Caddo Lake Drawbridge
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Sci-Port
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Petroleum Tower
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United States Post Office and Courthouse
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