Cemeteries in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
There are 16 cemeteries in and around Baton Rouge, Louisiana in our directory, in East Baton Rouge Parish. 1 has a Baton Rouge mailing address; the others are closest to Baton Rouge of all nearby towns. Identified types include 2 church cemeteries (13%), 2 historic cemeteries (13%) and 1 Jewish cemetery (6%).
Map of cemeteries near Baton Rouge
- Magnolia Cemetery422 North 19th StreetCemetery1.3 mi
- Baton Rouge National CemeteryBaton RougeNational cemetery1.2 mi
- Hebrew CemeteryBaton RougeJewish cemetery1.0 mi
- Lutheran CemeteryBaton RougeLutheran cemetery1.2 mi
- Allendale CemeteryBaton RougeCemetery7.0 mi
- Benevolent Society CemeteryBaton RougeCemetery4.7 mi
- Gilbert Memorial CemeteryBaton RougeCemetery3.7 mi
- Greater Shiloh Missionary CemeteryBaton RougeCemetery8.2 mi
- Highland CemeteryBaton RougeCemetery2.8 mi
- Roselawn CemeteryBaton RougeCemetery2.5 mi
- Saint Catherine CemeteryBaton RougeCemetery5.4 mi
- Saint Joseph CemeteryBaton RougeCemetery1.1 mi
- Saint Joseph CemeteryBaton RougeCemetery14 mi
- Silvery CemeteryBaton RougeCemetery5.8 mi
- Sweet Olive CemeteryBaton RougeCemetery1.4 mi
- Westover CemeteryBaton RougeCemetery6.5 mi
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Frequently asked questions
How many cemeteries are in Baton Rouge, LA?
We list 16 cemeteries in and around Baton Rouge. Listings without a street address are placed under the nearest town, so some may be just outside city limits.
Are there religious cemeteries in Baton Rouge?
Yes. We have identified 1 Jewish and 1 Lutheran cemeteries near Baton Rouge, based on the recorded affiliation or official name. Other cemeteries may also be affiliated with a congregation.
Is there a veterans cemetery near Baton Rouge?
Yes, we list 1 veterans cemetery near Baton Rouge. Check eligibility with the VA National Cemetery Administration or the state veterans affairs office before planning a burial.
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