Cameron County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Cameron County, Texas

Map of Cameron County, Texas

Cameron County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Brownsville. As per 2020 census, the population of Cameron County is 423029 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 906 sq mi (2,347 km2). Cameron County was established on 1848.

Facts about Cameron County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionSouth Texas / Rio Grande Valley
County SeatBrownsville
Named AfterEwen Cameron
Established1848
Organized1848
Coordinates25.9980° N, 97.4581° W
Total Area1,276 sq mi
Land Area891 sq mi
Water Area385 sq mi
Population (2020)421,017
Population RankOne of the largest counties in the Rio Grande Valley
Major CitiesBrownsville, Harlingen, San Benito
Main IndustriesInternational Trade, Healthcare, Education, Aerospace (SpaceX), Tourism
Major AirportValley International Airport (Harlingen)
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForSouth Padre Island, SpaceX Starbase, Palo Alto Battlefield, Border culture
Websitehttps://www.cameroncounty.us

Top Attractions in Cameron County, Texas

  • South Padre Island – Beaches, water sports, and coastal recreation.
  • Sea Turtle, Inc. – Sea turtle rescue center with educational exhibits.
  • Port Isabel Lighthouse – Historic lighthouse offering panoramic views.
  • Gladys Porter Zoo (Brownsville) – Popular zoo with global wildlife exhibits.
  • Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park – Historic site from the U.S.–Mexican War.
  • Boca Chica Beach – Remote beach known for quiet shorelines.
  • SpaceX Starbase (Boca Chica) – Viewing area near rocket development and launches.
  • Brownsville Museum of Fine Art – Regional and international art exhibitions.
  • Resaca de la Palma State Park – Birding and nature trails in a tropical habitat.
  • Dean Porter Park – Family park with playgrounds, walking paths, and gardens.

Cities & Towns in Cameron County, Texas

Brownsville, Harlingen, San Benito, Los Fresnos, La Feria, Rio Hondo, Rancho Viejo, Palm Valley, Primera, Combes, Indian Lake, South Padre Island, Port Isabel, Laguna Vista, Olmito