Eastland County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Eastland County, Texas

Map of Eastland County, Texas

Eastland County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Eastland. As per 2020 census, the population of Eastland County is 17864 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 926 sq mi (2,398 km2). Eastland County was established on 1858.

Facts about Eastland County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionCentral / North-Central Texas
County SeatEastland
Named AfterWilliam Mosby Eastland, Texas Revolution officer
Established1858
Organized1873
Coordinates32.4000° N, 98.8170° W
Total Area939 sq mi
Land Area923 sq mi
Water Area16 sq mi
Population (2020)18,360
Population RankRural Central Texas county
Major CitiesEastland, Ranger, Cisco, Gorman
Main IndustriesEnergy (Oil & Gas), Agriculture, Manufacturing, Education
Major AirportEastland Municipal Airport
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForOld Rip the Horned Toad legend, Cisco’s Conrad Hilton connection, Ranger oil boom history
Websitehttps://www.eastlandcountytexas.com

Top Attractions in Eastland County, Texas

  • Eastland County Museum – Displays on local history, oil boom heritage, and early settlement.
  • Downtown Eastland – Shops, cafés, historic buildings, and the famous “Old Rip” courthouse story.
  • Lake Leon – Fishing, boating, camping, and lakeside relaxation.
  • Cisco Downtown Historic District – Antique stores, murals, and classic architecture.
  • Conrad Hilton Center (Cisco) – Museum dedicated to the first Hilton Hotel and community history.
  • Scranton Bench Country – Scenic rural drives with rolling hills and open landscapes.
  • Ranger Historical Museum – Exhibits focusing on the Ranger oil boom and frontier life.
  • Pioneer Park (Ranger) – Community park with green space and picnic areas.
  • Cisco Lake – Reservoir offering fishing, kayaking, and bird-watching.
  • Eastland Courthouse Square – Historic courthouse surrounded by local shops and landmarks.

Cities and Towns in Eastland County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Eastland (county seat)City360932.4015°N, 98.8176°W
CiscoCity388332.3882°N, 98.9792°W
RangerCity230032.4696°N, 98.6820°W
GormanCity97632.2138°N, 98.6706°W
Rising StarTown83532.0957°N, 98.9631°W
CarbonTown28132.2685°N, 98.8201°W
KokomoUnincorporated CommunityN/A32.2640°N, 98.5828°W
Morton ValleyUnincorporated CommunityN/A32.4428°N, 98.9165°W
NimrodUnincorporated CommunityN/A32.6809°N, 99.0207°W
OldenUnincorporated CommunityN/A32.4215°N, 98.7539°W
RomneyUnincorporated CommunityN/A32.5079°N, 98.8398°W
ScrantonUnincorporated CommunityN/A32.3608°N, 99.0379°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Eastland County

Major highways connect the county to nearby regions and cities.

  • Interstate 20 - east toward Fort Worth and west toward Abilene
  • U.S. Highway 183 - north toward Breckenridge and south toward Brownwood
  • Texas State Highway 6 - connects Gorman, Eastland, and Cisco
  • Texas State Highway 16 - north toward Strawn and south toward Comanche
  • Texas State Highway 36 - serves Rising Star and southeastern county communities
  • Texas State Highway 112 - links Eastland with Morton Valley and western areas
  • Farm to Market Road 570 - serves Ranger and surrounding ranching areas

What are Neighboring Counties of Eastland County

  • Stephens County (north)
  • Palo Pinto County (northeast)
  • Erath County (east)
  • Comanche County (southeast)
  • Brown County (south)
  • Callahan County (west)
  • Shackelford County (northwest)

Distance from Eastland County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Eastland to Ranger (Eastland County), Texas - 10 mi (16 km)
  • Eastland to Cisco (Eastland County), Texas - 11 mi (18 km)
  • Eastland to Gorman (Eastland County), Texas - 20 mi (32 km)
  • Eastland to Rising Star (Eastland County), Texas - 27 mi (43 km)
  • Eastland to Carbon (Eastland County), Texas - 12 mi (19 km)
  • Eastland to Breckenridge (Stephens County), Texas - 38 mi (61 km)
  • Eastland to Stephenville (Erath County), Texas - 42 mi (68 km)
  • Eastland to Brownwood (Brown County), Texas - 53 mi (85 km)
  • Eastland to Mineral Wells (Palo Pinto County), Texas - 55 mi (89 km)
  • Eastland to Comanche (Comanche County), Texas - 39 mi (63 km)
  • Eastland to Abilene (Taylor County), Texas - 56 mi (90 km)
  • Eastland to Weatherford (Parker County), Texas - 77 mi (124 km)
  • Eastland to Fort Worth (Tarrant County), Texas - 102 mi (164 km)
  • Eastland to Waco (McLennan County), Texas - 105 mi (169 km)
  • Eastland to Dallas (Dallas County), Texas - 122 mi (196 km)

Waterbodies in Eastland County

Lake Leon, Lake Cisco, Leon River, North Fork Leon River, Sandy Creek, Sabana River, Mud Creek, Palo Pinto Creek tributaries, Rush Creek, Romney Creek, Cowhouse Creek tributaries, reservoirs, stock ponds, wetlands, springs, and seasonal streams

Best Golf Courses in Eastland County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Lakeside Golf CourseEastland32.4376°N, 98.7878°W
Lake Cisco Country ClubCisco32.4332°N, 99.0148°W
Lone Cedar Country ClubRanger32.4936°N, 98.6671°W
Rolling Oaks Golf ClubRising Star32.0931°N, 98.9787°W

Colleges and Universities in Eastland County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Cisco CollegePublicCommunity CollegeRegional community college with multiple campuses
Ranger CollegePublicCommunity CollegeHistoric junior college founded in 1926
Tarleton State UniversityPublicUniversityNearby public university serving the region
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Eastland CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural and community education programs

References

  1. U.S. Census Bureau - Eastland County QuickFacts
  2. Official Eastland County Website
  3. Texas State Historical Association - Eastland County
  4. Eastland County Local Attractions and Golf Courses
  5. Cisco College