Dickens County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Dickens County, Texas

Map of Dickens County, Texas

Dickens County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Dickens. As per 2020 census, the population of Dickens County is 1740 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 904 sq mi (2,341 km2). Dickens County was established on 1876.

Facts about Dickens County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionWest Texas / Rolling Plains
County SeatDickens
Named AfterJ. Dickens, Texas legislator (sometimes attributed to Charles Dickens, but incorrect)
Established1876
Organized1891
Coordinates33.6200° N, 100.8400° W
Total Area904 sq mi
Land Area902 sq mi
Water Area2 sq mi
Population (2020)1,770
Population RankVery sparsely populated county in West Texas
Major CommunitiesDickens, Spur
Main IndustriesAgriculture, Ranching, Hunting, Wind Energy
Major AirportNearest major airport: Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForCaprock Canyons, Spur’s “Tiny House Capital” reputation, Rolling Plains scenery
Websitehttps://www.co.dickens.tx.us

Top Attractions in Dickens County, Texas

  • Roaring Springs Waterfall – Natural spring-fed falls in a scenic canyon setting.
  • MacKenzie Reservoir (Nearby Access) – Fishing, boating, and lakeside recreation.
  • Dickens County Courthouse – Historic courthouse anchoring downtown Dickens.
  • Dickens County Museum – Local artifacts showcasing pioneer and ranching history.
  • Downtown Dickens – Small-town charm with historic buildings and quiet streets.
  • Roaring Springs City Park – Community park with open space and picnic areas.
  • Whiteflat Ghost Town – Remnants of an early settlement and classic West Texas history.
  • Ranching Heritage Landscapes – Scenic plains ideal for photography and wildlife viewing.
  • Spur Downtown District – Shops, murals, and local community landmarks.
  • Scenic Caprock Drives – Dramatic canyon edges and High Plains vistas.

Cities and Towns in Dickens County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Dickens (county seat)City21933.6213°N, 100.8350°W
SpurCity86333.4765°N, 100.8557°W
AftonUnincorporated CommunityN/A33.7581°N, 100.7778°W
McAdooUnincorporated CommunityN/A33.7589°N, 101.0129°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Dickens County

Major highways connect the county to nearby regions and cities.

  • U.S. Highway 82 - east-west route connecting Dickens, Crosbyton, and Guthrie
  • Texas State Highway 114 - concurrent with U.S. 82 across much of the county
  • Texas State Highway 70 - north toward Matador and south toward Jayton
  • Texas State Highway 208 - connects Spur with Post and northern West Texas communities
  • Farm to Market Road 193 - serves agricultural communities in western Dickens County
  • Farm to Market Road 261 - links rural ranching areas with Spur and Dickens

What are Neighboring Counties of Dickens County

  • Motley County (north)
  • Cottle County (northeast)
  • King County (east)
  • Stonewall County (southeast)
  • Kent County (south)
  • Garza County (southwest)
  • Crosby County (west)
  • Floyd County (northwest)

Distance from Dickens County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Dickens to Spur (Dickens County), Texas - 10 mi (16 km)
  • Dickens to Crosbyton (Crosby County), Texas - 30 mi (48 km)
  • Dickens to Guthrie (King County), Texas - 30 mi (48 km)
  • Dickens to Matador (Motley County), Texas - 28 mi (45 km)
  • Dickens to Jayton (Kent County), Texas - 34 mi (55 km)
  • Dickens to Post (Garza County), Texas - 44 mi (71 km)
  • Dickens to Floydada (Floyd County), Texas - 37 mi (60 km)
  • Dickens to Paducah (Cottle County), Texas - 34 mi (55 km)
  • Dickens to Aspermont (Stonewall County), Texas - 53 mi (85 km)
  • Dickens to Snyder (Scurry County), Texas - 67 mi (108 km)
  • Dickens to Plainview (Hale County), Texas - 67 mi (108 km)
  • Dickens to Lubbock (Lubbock County), Texas - 62 mi (100 km)
  • Dickens to Childress (Childress County), Texas - 73 mi (117 km)
  • Dickens to Abilene (Taylor County), Texas - 126 mi (203 km)
  • Dickens to Wichita Falls (Wichita County), Texas - 147 mi (237 km)

Waterbodies in Dickens County

White River tributaries, Croton Creek, Duck Creek, Running Water Draw tributaries, Salt Fork Brazos River watershed, North Croton Creek, South Croton Creek, McDonald Creek, Gyp Creek, seasonal playa lakes, stock ponds, ranch reservoirs, wetlands, springs, and intermittent streams

Best Golf Courses in Dickens County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Spur Golf ClubSpur33.4846°N, 100.8652°W

Colleges and Universities in Dickens County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Western Texas CollegePublicCommunity CollegeOfficial community college district serving Dickens County
Texas Tech UniversityPublicUniversityMajor research university in nearby Lubbock
South Plains CollegePublicCommunity CollegeRegional workforce and academic education programs
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Dickens CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural and community education programs

References

  1. U.S. Census Bureau - Dickens County QuickFacts
  2. Official Dickens County Website
  3. Texas State Historical Association - Dickens County
  4. Western Texas College
  5. Dickens County Communities and Geography