Lake Charles is the fifth-most populous city in the U.S. state of Louisiana, and the parish seat of Calcasieu Parish, located on Lake Charles, Prien Lake, and the Calcasieu River. Founded in …

Name: The name of the parish, Calcasieu, means crying eagle and is said to be the name of an Atakapa Native American leader; Parish Seat: Lake Charles; Statistical Profile

Parks scattered throughout the City and easy access to shimmering Lake Charles, via our beautiful Lakefront Promenade, call to outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds. The City of Lake …

It is located about six miles from the original parish seat of Marion, which is now known as Old Town. The name "Lake Charles" perpetuates is in honor of one of the first settlers, Charles …

View the Historic Calcasieu Parish Guide and learn about the history of our parish and surrounding areas near Lake Charles LA.

In addition, Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana is quickly becoming a vacation destination with four major gaming/resort properties. Calcasieu Parish was created on March 24, 1840, from …

Find visitor information about Lake Charles, Louisiana including hotels, restaurants, events, things to do, and casinos.

The parish seat of Calcasieu Parish, the City of Lake Charles is located near Sulphur, Westlake, Vinton, Iowa, Dequincy, Kinder, Jennings, Cameron and Holly Beach on the Gulf of Mexico. …

Miles of rivers, streams, and lakes offer excellent fishing, boating and swimming facilities.

Jan 22, 2025 · Lake Charles, city, seat (1852) of Calcasieu parish, southwestern Louisiana, U.S., on the Calcasieu River about 70 miles (113 km) west of Lafayette. Adjacent to the town of …