Atascosa County Map, Texas, USA

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Map of Atascosa County, Texas

Map of Atascosa County, Texas

Atascosa County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Jourdanton. As per 2020 census, the population of Atascosa County is 49939 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,232 sq mi (3,191 km2). Atascosa County was established on 1856.

Facts about Atascosa County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionSouth Texas
County SeatJourdanton
Named AfterAtascosa River
Established1856
Organized1856
Coordinates28.9141° N, 98.5275° W
Total Area1,221 sq mi
Land Area1,220 sq mi
Water Area1 sq mi
Population (2020)48,981
Population RankGrowing South Texas county
Major CityPleasanton
Main IndustriesAgriculture, Oil & Gas, Ranching, Retail
Major AirportPleasanton Municipal Airport
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForStrawberry Festival (Pleasanton), Ranching heritage, Atascosa River region
Websitehttps://www.atascosacounty.texas.gov

Top Attractions in Atascosa County, Texas

  • Longhorn Museum (Pleasanton) – Exhibits on local ranching and Texas Longhorn history.
  • Pleasanton River Park – Riverside trails, playgrounds, and picnic areas.
  • Jourdanton City Park – Community park with sports fields and open green space.
  • Atascosa County Courthouse – Historic 1912 courthouse with distinctive architecture.
  • Poteet Strawberry Festival Grounds – Home of the annual festival celebrating local strawberries.
  • Poteet Canyon Park – Quiet park with trails and shaded recreation areas.
  • Charlotte City Park – Small-town park for family gatherings and outdoor play.
  • Leming Historic School Building – Local landmark representing early county education.
  • Agape Acres Animal Sanctuary – Rescue sanctuary offering family-friendly visits.
  • Scenic Ranch Country Roads – Rural drives featuring classic South Texas landscapes.

Cities and Towns in Atascosa County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Jourdanton (county seat)City412228.9180°N, 98.5464°W
PleasantonCity1056028.9672°N, 98.4786°W
CharlotteCity166728.8619°N, 98.7064°W
LytleCity272429.2338°N, 98.7967°W
PoteetCity326029.0405°N, 98.5689°W
LemingCDP113829.0708°N, 98.4886°W
ChristineUnincorporated CommunityN/A28.7986°N, 98.4864°W
CoughranUnincorporated CommunityN/A28.9289°N, 98.6431°W
KyoteUnincorporated CommunityN/A28.7414°N, 98.3981°W
RossvilleUnincorporated CommunityN/A29.0161°N, 98.3903°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Atascosa County

Major highways connect the county to nearby regions and cities.

  • Interstate 35 - northeast toward San Antonio and southwest toward Laredo
  • Interstate 37 - passes through eastern Atascosa County toward San Antonio and Corpus Christi
  • U.S. Highway 281 - north toward San Antonio and south toward George West
  • U.S. Highway 97 - southeast toward Floresville and northwest toward Charlotte
  • Texas State Highway 16 - connects Poteet, Jourdanton, and Pleasanton
  • Texas State Highway 173 - connects Jourdanton with Devine and Bandera County
  • Farm to Market Road 476 - serves western agricultural areas of the county
  • Farm to Market Road 3175 - connects rural communities in southern Atascosa County

What are Neighboring Counties of Atascosa County

  • Bexar County (north)
  • Wilson County (northeast)
  • Karnes County (east)
  • Live Oak County (south)
  • McMullen County (southwest)
  • La Salle County (west)
  • Frio County (northwest)

Distance from Atascosa County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Jourdanton to Pleasanton (Atascosa County), Texas - 3 mi (5 km)
  • Jourdanton to Poteet (Atascosa County), Texas - 10 mi (16 km)
  • Jourdanton to Devine (Medina County), Texas - 18 mi (29 km)
  • Jourdanton to Floresville (Wilson County), Texas - 28 mi (45 km)
  • Jourdanton to Pearsall (Frio County), Texas - 35 mi (56 km)
  • Jourdanton to San Antonio (Bexar County), Texas - 37 mi (60 km)
  • Jourdanton to Karnes City (Karnes County), Texas - 39 mi (63 km)
  • Jourdanton to Hondo (Medina County), Texas - 51 mi (82 km)
  • Jourdanton to George West (Live Oak County), Texas - 59 mi (95 km)
  • Jourdanton to Cotulla (La Salle County), Texas - 70 mi (113 km)
  • Jourdanton to Seguin (Guadalupe County), Texas - 63 mi (101 km)
  • Jourdanton to New Braunfels (Comal County), Texas - 64 mi (103 km)
  • Jourdanton to Corpus Christi (Nueces County), Texas - 115 mi (185 km)
  • Jourdanton to Austin (Travis County), Texas - 108 mi (174 km)
  • Jourdanton to Laredo (Webb County), Texas - 112 mi (180 km)

Waterbodies in Atascosa County

Atascosa River, San Antonio River, Elm Creek, Mustang Creek, Picosa Creek, Turkey Creek, Bonita Creek, South Fork Atascosa River, Medina River watershed, Calaveras Creek watershed, numerous stock tanks, reservoirs, wetlands, floodplain lakes, and seasonal streams

Best Golf Courses in Atascosa County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Pleasanton Country ClubPleasanton28.9476°N, 98.4958°W
River Bend Golf ClubFloresville (serving Atascosa County area)29.1156°N, 98.1824°W

Colleges and Universities in Atascosa County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Coastal Bend College - Pleasanton CenterPublicCommunity CollegeAcademic transfer and workforce training
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Education ProgramsPublicHigher Education ProgramsAgricultural and community education

References

  1. U.S. Census Bureau - Atascosa County QuickFacts
  2. Official Atascosa County Website
  3. Texas State Historical Association - Atascosa County
  4. Coastal Bend College
  5. Texas Department of Transportation