Cottle County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Cottle County, Texas

Map of Cottle County, Texas

Cottle County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Paducah. As per 2020 census, the population of Cottle County is 1381 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 901 sq mi (2,334 km2). Cottle County was established on 1876.

Facts about Cottle County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionRolling Plains / North Texas
County SeatPaducah
Named AfterGeorge Washington Cottle, Alamo defender
Established1876
Organized1892
Coordinates34.0745° N, 100.2830° W
Total Area902 sq mi
Land Area901 sq mi
Water Area1 sq mi
Population (2020)1,380
Population RankOne of the least populated counties in Texas
Major CommunityPaducah
Main IndustriesAgriculture, Ranching, Hunting
Major AirportNearest major airport: Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForPaducah’s historic square, Ranch country, Scenic Rolling Plains
Websitehttps://www.co.cottle.tx.us

Top Attractions in Cottle County, Texas

  • Paducah Downtown Square – Historic small-town square with shops and local charm.
  • Cottle County Heritage Museum – Exhibits on pioneer life, ranching, and regional history.
  • Quanah Parker Trail Arrow (Paducah) – Landmark honoring the legacy of Comanche Chief Quanah Parker.
  • Finney Lake – Quiet spot for fishing, bird-watching, and outdoor relaxation.
  • Paducah City Park – Family-friendly park with picnic areas and playgrounds.
  • Dunlap Rural Sites – Remnants of early settlements and scenic open landscape.
  • Create Paducah Art Displays – Community murals and public art installations.
  • Local Ranchlands – Wide-open West Texas scenery perfect for photography.
  • Gilbreath Memorial Library – Community library with local history resources.
  • Scenic Rolling Plains Drives – Peaceful rural drives with expansive prairie views.

Cities and Towns in Cottle County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Paducah (county seat)Town106334.0118°N, 100.3026°W
Cee VeeUnincorporated CommunityN/A34.2258°N, 100.4457°W
ChalkUnincorporated CommunityN/A33.9316°N, 100.1445°W
DelwinUnincorporated CommunityN/A34.0837°N, 100.1862°W
DunlapUnincorporated CommunityN/A33.9238°N, 100.4018°W
HackberryUnincorporated CommunityN/A33.8438°N, 100.1874°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Cottle County

Major highways connect the county to nearby regions and cities.

  • U.S. Highway 62 - east toward Quanah and west toward Matador
  • U.S. Highway 70 - east toward Crowell and west toward Dickens
  • U.S. Highway 83 - north toward Childress and south toward Aspermont
  • Farm to Market Road 1037 - serves agricultural areas west of Paducah
  • Farm to Market Road 1038 - connects Hackberry and southeastern county communities
  • Farm to Market Road 1440 - links rural ranching areas in northern Cottle County

What are Neighboring Counties of Cottle County

  • Childress County (north)
  • Hardeman County (northeast)
  • Foard County (east)
  • King County (south)
  • Dickens County (southwest)
  • Motley County (west)
  • Hall County (northwest)

Distance from Cottle County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Paducah to Childress (Childress County), Texas - 31 mi (50 km)
  • Paducah to Quanah (Hardeman County), Texas - 36 mi (58 km)
  • Paducah to Crowell (Foard County), Texas - 34 mi (55 km)
  • Paducah to Matador (Motley County), Texas - 33 mi (53 km)
  • Paducah to Memphis (Hall County), Texas - 35 mi (56 km)
  • Paducah to Guthrie (King County), Texas - 39 mi (63 km)
  • Paducah to Dickens (Dickens County), Texas - 43 mi (69 km)
  • Paducah to Vernon (Wilbarger County), Texas - 73 mi (117 km)
  • Paducah to Lubbock (Lubbock County), Texas - 111 mi (179 km)
  • Paducah to Wichita Falls (Wichita County), Texas - 116 mi (187 km)
  • Paducah to Amarillo (Potter County), Texas - 123 mi (198 km)
  • Paducah to Abilene (Taylor County), Texas - 132 mi (212 km)
  • Paducah to Plainview (Hale County), Texas - 83 mi (134 km)
  • Paducah to Seymour (Baylor County), Texas - 82 mi (132 km)
  • Paducah to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma - 210 mi (338 km)

Waterbodies in Cottle County

North Wichita River tributaries, Buck Creek, Hackberry Creek, Salt Fork Red River tributaries, Pease River watershed, Mule Creek, Tongue Creek, Little Buck Creek, seasonal playa lakes, stock ponds, ranch reservoirs, wetlands, springs, drainage draws, and intermittent streams

Best Golf Courses in Cottle County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Paducah Golf ClubPaducah34.0204°N, 100.3078°W

Colleges and Universities in Cottle County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Vernon CollegePublicCommunity CollegeDesignated community college serving Cottle County
Clarendon College - Childress CenterPublicCommunity CollegeWorkforce and academic programs nearby
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Cottle CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural and community education programs

References

  1. U.S. Census Bureau - Cottle County QuickFacts
  2. Texas State Historical Association - Cottle County
  3. Cottle County Communities and Highways
  4. Official Cottle County Website
  5. Vernon College