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Folsom
Eden Index
Climate
7.0
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
1.4
•
Safeguard
4.1/10
Folsom, Louisiana has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. The town is surrounded by lush forests, lakes and streams, which makes it a great place for outdoor recreation. The hydrology constituents in the area include the Bogue Falaya River, which is popular for fishing and kayaking, and the nearby Lake Pontchartrain is a great spot for boating and swimming. Additionally, there are many hiking trails in the area, including the Tammany Trace Trail, which stretches for over 30 miles. Other outdoor activities include hunting, horseback riding, and bird watching. Overall, Folsom offers a variety of opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts to explore and enjoy the natural beauty of Louisiana.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 7.0
Folsom receives approximately
1647mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 89%
and air temperatures averaging around
20°C.
Folsom has a plant hardyness factor of
8, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive here all year round.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
Lake Pontchartrain
Area Rivers
Lake Pontchartrain
Snowpack Depths
Lake Pontchartrain
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lake Pontchartrain
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.8
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Timberlake - Ross Barnett Reservoir | 289 | 331 ft | |||
| Bogue Chitto Water Park | None | 276 ft | |||
| Lefleurs Bluff State Park | None | 288 ft | |||
| Fontainebleau State Park | None | 18 ft | |||
| Lake Mary Crawford | 20 | 293 ft | |||
| New Orleans Reserve Military | None | 0 ft | |||
| Lake Lincoln State Park | None | 426 ft | |||
| Fairview Riverside State Park | None | 4 ft | |||
| Bayou Segnette State Park | None | 0 ft | |||
| Atwood Water Park | None | 218 ft |
Nearby Ski Areas
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI): 1.4
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.