The City of Independence, LA
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The city of Independence is located in the state of Louisiana and has a population of 1,792 as reported by the census of 2010. The largest nearby city to Independence is Hammond, approximately 8 miles from the city center.There are several family restaurants in or near Independence, including Gina's, Jam Fried Chicken and Seafood LLC, Angelina's Pizza, Bar-B-Que Station and J'S Drive Inn. For a larger selection of Independence restaurants select our Restaurants tab above. Visitors and residents can enjoy nearby Independence Golf Courses, Museums and/or Amusement Parks, including the Ironwood Golf Center, Carter Plantation, Fairview-Riverside State Park, Camp Moore and Briarwood Golf Club. For a more complete list of attractions in or around the city of Independence please click on the Attractions tab above.
Independence, Louisiana Climate and Weather
Current Weather in Independence
In the month of December, Independence experiences an average high temperature of 63 degrees Fahrenheit. Low temperaturs in December are usually about 39 degrees with an average rainfall of 5.4 inches. The seasonal climate varies in Independence with daytime temperatures averaging 91 degrees in the summer, and 63 degrees in the winter months. Visitors can also expect Independence to receive an average of 5.85 inches of rainfall per/month during winter months and 5.41 inches of rainfall per/month in the summer months. The temperature has been known to get as high as 105 degrees in the summer and as low as 5 degrees in the winter so visitors planning a vacation to Independence should check the weather forecast to determine proper attire prior to departure. Spring and Fall bring average daytime temperatures of 79 degrees, and nighttime lows of 53.
Independence, Louisiana Attractions
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Blue Bayou and Dixie Landin' - Baton Rouge, Blue Bayou Waterpark and Dixie Landin’ are adjacent amusement parks in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Blue Bayou is a water park and Dixie Landin' is a more traditional amusement park with thrill rides.
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Briarwood Golf Club - Baton Rouge, The Briarwood Golf Club is an 18 hole public golf course in East Baton Rouge County Louisiana. Built in 1965, this Baton Rouge course designed by Anderson & Williams is open all year. Tee times are accepted up to 3 days in advance and the pro shop phone number for reservations is 225-753-1989. The golf course dress code is as follows: No tank tops or cutoffs.
Address: 13209 Airline Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA 70817
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Camp Moore - Tangipahoa, Camp Moore, north of the Village of Tangipahoa near Kentwood, Louisiana, was a Confederate training base and principal base of operations in eastern Louisiana and southwestern Mississippi. The base was named for Louisiana Governor Thomas Overton Moore and operated from May 1861 to 1864 during the American Civil War. The location of the camp was chosen due to its relatively high ground elevation, abundance of fresh drinking water, and being adjacent to the then New Orleans, Jackson & Great Northern Railroad line.
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Carter Plantation - Springfield, The Carter Plantation is an 18 hole resort golf course in Livingston County Louisiana. Built in 2003, this Springfield course designed by David Toms is open all year. For tee time information call the pro shop at 225-294-7555. The golf course dress code is as follows: No denim, collared shirt and bermuda shorts required.
Address: Carter Cemetery Rd, Springfield, LA 70462
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Fairview-Riverside State Park - Madisonville, Fairview-Riverside State Park is a tourist attraction two miles east of Madisonville, Louisiana. Its 99 acres is set along the banks of the Tchefuncte River. Within the park is the Otis House Museum, built during the 1830's, which was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1999. Visitors go to Fairview-Riverside to camp, and for water sports and fishing. The park has 100 campsites. The park has a short nature trail and boardwalk which reveals forested wetlands along the Tchefuncte River.
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Ironwood Golf Center - Hammond, The Ironwood Golf Center is a 9 hole public golf course in Tangipahoa County Louisiana. Built in 1996, this Hammond course designed by Zieske Family is open all year. Tee times are accepted by calling the pro shop at 504-542-7908. The golf course dress code is as follows: Shirt and shoes required.
Address: 15592 West Club Deluxe Rd, Hammond, LA 70403
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Independence, Louisiana Hotels
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Independence, Louisiana Restaurants
This is a list of Independence Family Restaurants with addresses and phone numbers. Happy Dining!
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