ZIP Code 70601: Lake Charles, LA
Lake Charles in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana uses ZIP code 70601. Its reference point is at latitude 30.2285 and longitude -93.188 (30°13'42.6"N 93°11'16.8"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 70601
Lake Charles has 11 ZIP codes in our directory, and Calcasieu Parish has 21.
Louisiana has 749 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 70605 in Lake Charles, about 4.6 mi to the southwest.
| ZIP code | 70601 |
|---|---|
| Place | Lake Charles |
| County | Calcasieu Parish |
| State | Louisiana |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 30.2285 |
| Longitude | -93.188 |
Map of ZIP Code 70601
Map centred on 30.2285, -93.188. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Lake Charles, Louisiana
Video: Lake Charles, Louisiana
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ZIP Codes Near 70601
These 14 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 70601, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 70601, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
Schools Near Lake Charles
School places are usually allocated by home address, so families living around ZIP code 70601 should confirm their catchment school with the local education authority for Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish.
Looking at nearby areas such as Westlake, Sulphur and Iowa widens the choice of state, private and international schools. The links below open live Google Maps results centred on this location.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, playgrounds and walking trails around Lake Charles are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centred on ZIP code 70601.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving Lake Charles can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Westlake, Sulphur and Iowa.
Shopping and Dining in Lake Charles
Restaurants, supermarkets and shopping centres in and around Lake Charles are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current opening hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Lake Charles, Louisiana can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of Calcasieu Parish along with the name Lake Charles.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 70601, Westlake lies about 5.3 mi to the northwest, Sulphur lies about 8.6 mi to the west, Iowa lies about 9.7 mi to the east, Bell City lies about 12 mi to the southeast and Lacassine lies about 16 mi to the east in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Lake Charles show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 70601
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Israel LaFleur Bridge in Lake Charles, Louisiana”): ilouque, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Fundulus jenkinsi”): Irvin Louque, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Fundulus pulvereus”): Irvin Loque, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Greetings from Lake Charles, Louisiana - Large Letter Postcard (9428825812)”): Steve Shook from Moscow, Idaho, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“Rudbeckia texana”): Wikilouque, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Top 9 Attractions in Lake Charles, Louisiana ????????✨ | CityGems Travel Guide” by CityGems, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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