Winn Parish is located in west central Louisiana and consists of 972 square miles. Forestry is a leading industry and of extreme importance to the welfare of Winn Parish. Winn has five incorporated municipal areas; Atlanta, Calvin, Dodson, Sikes and Winnfield, the parish seat. Mild winters, accessibility to major medical centers, low cost of living, affordable real estate, a relatively low crime rate and the picturesque- ness of Winn Parish make it an attractive place for retirees and others.