Coryell County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Coryell County, Texas

Map of Coryell County, Texas

Coryell County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Gatesville. As per 2020 census, the population of Coryell County is 84232 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,052 sq mi (2,725 km2). Coryell County was established on 1854.

Facts about Coryell County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionCentral Texas
County SeatGatesville
Named AfterJames Coryell
Established1854
Organized1854
Coordinates31.4338° N, 97.7923° W
Total Area1,057 sq mi
Land Area1,034 sq mi
Water Area23 sq mi
Population (2020)83,093
Population RankMid-sized Central Texas county
Major CitiesGatesville, Copperas Cove (partially)
Main IndustriesMilitary (Fort Cavazos area), Corrections, Retail, Agriculture
Major AirportNearest major airport: Killeen–Fort Hood Regional Airport
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForCoryell Museum, Fort Cavazos proximity, Leon River Valley
Websitehttps://www.coryellcounty.org

Top Attractions in Coryell County, Texas

  • Mother Neff State Park – One of Texas’ oldest state parks with trails and historic CCC structures.
  • Fort Cavazos (Formerly Fort Hood) – Military museums and historic exhibits.
  • Downtown Gatesville – Shops, dining, murals, and a historic courthouse square.
  • Gatesville Spur 4 Historic District – Landmark area including the old Cotton Belt Depot.
  • Coryell Museum & Historical Center – Pioneer artifacts, a spur collection, and regional exhibits.
  • The Last Drive-In Picture Show – One of Texas’ few remaining drive-in theaters.
  • Gatesville City Park – Green space with playgrounds and walking areas.
  • Coryell County Courthouse – Striking historic courthouse built in 1898.
  • Faunt Le Roy Park (Copperas Cove) – Community park with trails and sports areas.
  • Campestre Large Ranchlands – Scenic backroads ideal for wildlife viewing and photography.

Cities and Towns in Coryell County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Gatesville (county seat)City1672231.4352°N, 97.7439°W
Copperas CoveCity3299531.1241°N, 97.9031°W
EvantCity39331.4752°N, 98.1556°W
OglesbyTown31.4293°N, 97.5111°W
South MountainVillage31.3746°N, 97.6769°W
FlatUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.3054°N, 97.7988°W
JonesboroUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.6288°N, 97.8239°W
LevitaUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.5218°N, 98.0009°W
MoundUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.5991°N, 97.9682°W
PidcokeUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.2886°N, 98.1825°W
The GroveUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.5042°N, 97.6334°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Coryell County

Major highways connect the county to nearby regions and cities.

  • U.S. Highway 84 - east toward Waco and west toward Goldthwaite
  • U.S. Highway 190 / Interstate 14 - east toward Belton and west toward Killeen
  • Texas State Highway 36 - north toward Hamilton and south toward Temple
  • Texas State Highway 16 - north toward Comanche and south toward Kerrville
  • Farm to Market Road 116 - connects Gatesville, Copperas Cove, and Kempner
  • Farm to Market Road 929 - serves Jonesboro and northern Coryell County
  • Farm to Market Road 1829 - links Gatesville with rural western communities

What are Neighboring Counties of Coryell County

  • Hamilton County (north)
  • Bosque County (northeast)
  • McLennan County (east)
  • Bell County (south)
  • Lampasas County (southwest)
  • Mills County (west)

Distance from Coryell County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Gatesville to Copperas Cove (Coryell County), Texas - 20 mi (32 km)
  • Gatesville to Evant (Coryell County), Texas - 30 mi (48 km)
  • Gatesville to Oglesby (Coryell County), Texas - 15 mi (24 km)
  • Gatesville to Hamilton (Hamilton County), Texas - 32 mi (51 km)
  • Gatesville to Killeen (Bell County), Texas - 31 mi (50 km)
  • Gatesville to Temple (Bell County), Texas - 38 mi (61 km)
  • Gatesville to Waco (McLennan County), Texas - 40 mi (64 km)
  • Gatesville to Lampasas (Lampasas County), Texas - 36 mi (58 km)
  • Gatesville to Goldthwaite (Mills County), Texas - 42 mi (68 km)
  • Gatesville to Clifton (Bosque County), Texas - 40 mi (64 km)
  • Gatesville to Brownwood (Brown County), Texas - 73 mi (117 km)
  • Gatesville to Georgetown (Williamson County), Texas - 59 mi (95 km)
  • Gatesville to Austin (Travis County), Texas - 92 mi (148 km)
  • Gatesville to Fort Worth (Tarrant County), Texas - 113 mi (182 km)
  • Gatesville to Dallas (Dallas County), Texas - 126 mi (203 km)

Waterbodies in Coryell County

Leon River, Cowhouse Creek, Coryell Creek, North Leon River, South Leon River, Lampasas River tributaries, Belton Lake shoreline, Mother Neff State Park springs, Plum Creek, Cave Creek, Bee House Creek, wetlands, stock ponds, reservoirs, springs, and seasonal streams

Best Golf Courses in Coryell County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Gatesville Country ClubGatesville31.4258°N, 97.7617°W
Hills of Cove Golf CourseCopperas Cove31.1206°N, 97.9175°W
Topsey Exotic Ranch & Golf CourseTopsey31.3814°N, 98.1218°W
Course at Fort CavazosFort Cavazos31.1389°N, 97.7806°W

Colleges and Universities in Coryell County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Central Texas CollegePublicCommunity CollegeMajor community college serving Fort Cavazos and the county
Texas A&M University-Central TexasPublicUniversityPublic university serving the greater Killeen-Copperas Cove area
Tarleton State University - Central Texas ProgramsPublicUniversityRegional higher education opportunities
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Coryell CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural and community education programs

References

  1. U.S. Census Bureau - Coryell County QuickFacts
  2. Official Coryell County Website
  3. Texas State Historical Association - Coryell County
  4. Central Texas College
  5. Texas Parks and Wildlife - Mother Neff State Park