Callahan County Map, Texas, USA

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Map of Callahan County - Callahan County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. Callahan County Map showing cities, highways, important places and water bodies. Get Where is Callahan County located in the map, major cities in Callahan county, population, areas, and places of interest.

Map of Callahan County, Texas

Map of Callahan County, Texas

Callahan County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Baird. As per 2020 census, the population of Callahan County is 14115 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 899 sq mi (2,328 km2). Callahan County was established on 1858.

Facts about Callahan County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionCentral / North-Central Texas
County SeatBaird
Named AfterJames Hughes Callahan
Established1858
Organized1877
Coordinates32.2926° N, 99.3749° W
Total Area902 sq mi
Land Area899 sq mi
Water Area3 sq mi
Population (2020)13,708
Population RankRural county in North-Central Texas
Major CitiesBaird, Clyde, Cross Plains
Main IndustriesAgriculture, Ranching, Oil & Gas
Major AirportAbilene Regional Airport (nearby)
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForBaird Railroad Depot Museum, Historic cattle and farming region
Websitehttps://www.callahancounty.org

Top Attractions in Callahan County, Texas

  • Callahan County Museum (Baird) – Local history exhibits in a historic railroad depot.
  • Baird Downtown Historic District – Antique shops, murals, and small-town charm.
  • Putnam Mountain Overlook – Scenic views of rolling West Texas landscapes.
  • Cisco Lake (Nearby Access) – Fishing, boating, and outdoor recreation close to the county line.
  • Cross Plains Downtown – Shops and landmarks connected to author Robert E. Howard.
  • Robert E. Howard Museum – Home of the creator of Conan the Barbarian.
  • Callahan County Courthouse – Historic courthouse anchoring downtown Baird.
  • Rowden Ghost Town Area – Rural remnants of early settlement history.
  • Newman Park – Community park with walking areas and picnic spaces.
  • Scenic Ranchlands – Wide-open country roads ideal for photography and wildlife viewing.

Cities and Towns in Callahan County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Baird (county seat)City149632.3943°N, 99.3945°W
ClydeCity371332.4057°N, 99.4934°W
Cross PlainsTown89932.1226°N, 99.1656°W
PutnamTown31332.3698°N, 99.1773°W
AtwellUnincorporated CommunityN/A32.0224°N, 99.3395°W
CottonwoodUnincorporated CommunityN/A32.2696°N, 99.7384°W
DudleyUnincorporated CommunityN/A32.1478°N, 99.8259°W
EulaUnincorporated CommunityN/A32.2823°N, 99.6120°W
OplinUnincorporated CommunityN/A32.1368°N, 99.6978°W
PuebloUnincorporated CommunityN/A32.4791°N, 99.2812°W
RowdenUnincorporated CommunityN/A32.1885°N, 99.5234°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Callahan County

Major highways connect the county to nearby regions and cities.

  • Interstate 20 - east toward Fort Worth and west toward Abilene
  • U.S. Highway 283 - north toward Albany and south toward Coleman
  • Texas State Highway 36 - southeast toward Cross Plains and northwest toward Abilene
  • Texas State Highway 206 - connects Cross Plains with Cisco and Coleman
  • Texas State Highway 351 - links Abilene with eastern Callahan County
  • Farm to Market Road 18 - serves Clyde, Eula, and surrounding rural communities
  • Farm to Market Road 880 - connects Cross Plains with agricultural areas in southern Callahan County

What are Neighboring Counties of Callahan County

  • Shackelford County (north)
  • Eastland County (east)
  • Brown County (southeast)
  • Coleman County (south)
  • Taylor County (west)
  • Jones County (northwest)

Distance from Callahan County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Baird to Clyde (Callahan County), Texas - 8 mi (13 km)
  • Baird to Putnam (Callahan County), Texas - 15 mi (24 km)
  • Baird to Cross Plains (Callahan County), Texas - 33 mi (53 km)
  • Baird to Abilene (Taylor County), Texas - 21 mi (34 km)
  • Baird to Cisco (Eastland County), Texas - 28 mi (45 km)
  • Baird to Eastland (Eastland County), Texas - 36 mi (58 km)
  • Baird to Albany (Shackelford County), Texas - 36 mi (58 km)
  • Baird to Coleman (Coleman County), Texas - 50 mi (80 km)
  • Baird to Brownwood (Brown County), Texas - 64 mi (103 km)
  • Baird to Sweetwater (Nolan County), Texas - 55 mi (89 km)
  • Baird to Breckenridge (Stephens County), Texas - 62 mi (100 km)
  • Baird to San Angelo (Tom Green County), Texas - 116 mi (187 km)
  • Baird to Wichita Falls (Wichita County), Texas - 158 mi (254 km)
  • Baird to Fort Worth (Tarrant County), Texas - 155 mi (249 km)
  • Baird to Dallas (Dallas County), Texas - 170 mi (274 km)

Waterbodies in Callahan County

Callahan Divide watersheds, Pecan Bayou tributaries, Deep Creek, Mud Creek, Turkey Creek, Hubbard Creek tributaries, Battle Creek, Elm Creek, Little River tributaries, seasonal lakes, stock ponds, ranch reservoirs, wetlands, springs, and intermittent streams

Best Golf Courses in Callahan County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Shady Oaks Golf CourseBaird32.3967°N, 99.3842°W
Cross Plains Country ClubCross Plains32.1261°N, 99.1844°W

Colleges and Universities in Callahan County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Cisco College - Callahan County Service AreaPublicCommunity CollegeCommunity college district serving the county
Hardin-Simmons University Extension ProgramsPrivateUniversityRegional higher education outreach
McMurry University Extension ProgramsPrivateUniversityContinuing education opportunities
Abilene Christian University Extension ProgramsPrivateUniversityAdult and professional education

References

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