Foard County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Foard County, Texas

Map of Foard County, Texas

Foard County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Crowell. As per 2020 census, the population of Foard County is 1080 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 707 sq mi (1,831 km2). Foard County was established on 1891.

Facts about Foard County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionNorth Texas / Rolling Plains
County SeatCrowell
Named AfterRobert Levi Foard, attorney and Confederate officer
Established1891
Organized1891
Coordinates33.9830° N, 99.7600° W
Total Area708 sq mi
Land Area704 sq mi
Water Area4 sq mi
Population (2020)1,095
Population RankOne of the least populated counties in Texas
Major CommunityCrowell
Main IndustriesAgriculture, Ranching, Hunting, Wind Energy
Major AirportNearest major airport: Wichita Falls Regional Airport
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForFort Worth Gap, Big ranchlands, Low population density
Websitehttps://www.foardcountytexas.com

Top Attractions in Foard County, Texas

  • Foard County Courthouse (Crowell) – Historic courthouse anchoring the town square.
  • Fire Hall Museum (Crowell) – Local history museum with pioneer and community artifacts.
  • Crowell Downtown District – Small-town shops, murals, and historic buildings.
  • Copper Breaks State Park (Nearby Access) – Dark skies, canyons, and scenic hiking near the county line.
  • Foard City Park – Green space with picnic spots and playground areas.
  • Thalia Community Sites – Rural landmarks tied to early settlement history.
  • Beaver Creek Wildlife Areas – Quiet natural spots for bird-watching and photography.
  • Local Ranchlands – Open plains and ranch scenery ideal for scenic drives.
  • Historic Rail Markers – Remnants of early transportation routes through the region.
  • Prairie Vistas – Wide-open West Texas landscapes perfect for sunrise and sunset views.

Cities and Towns in Foard County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Crowell (county seat)City80633.9834°N, 99.7248°W
ThaliaUnincorporated CommunityN/A33.8681°N, 99.6848°W
MargaretUnincorporated CommunityN/A34.0879°N, 99.5215°W
VivianUnincorporated CommunityN/A33.9515°N, 99.9340°W
Foard CityUnincorporated CommunityN/A33.9204°N, 99.8092°W
RaylandUnincorporated CommunityN/A33.7887°N, 99.6403°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Foard County

  • U.S. Highway 70 - east toward Vernon and west toward Paducah
  • Texas State Highway 6 - north toward Quanah and south toward Knox County
  • Farm to Market Road 267 - serves agricultural areas east of Crowell
  • Farm to Market Road 98 - connects Crowell with rural communities and ranchlands
  • Farm to Market Road 2569 - serves western portions of the county
  • County roads provide access to farming, ranching, and oil-producing areas

What are Neighboring Counties of Foard County

  • Hardeman County (north)
  • Wilbarger County (east)
  • Baylor County (southeast)
  • Knox County (south)
  • King County (southwest)
  • Cottle County (west)

Distance from Foard County to Nearby Cities

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Thalia1912
Quanah (Hardeman County)3824
Paducah (Cottle County)4528
Seymour (Baylor County)6138
Knox City (Knox County)6440
Vernon (Wilbarger County)5635
Childress (Childress County)7748
Aspermont (Stonewall County)11873
Wichita Falls (Wichita County)12175
Abilene (Taylor County)188117
Lubbock (Lubbock County)204127
Amarillo (Potter County)228142
Fort Worth (Tarrant County)274170
Dallas (Dallas County)306190
San Angelo (Tom Green County)253157

Waterbodies in Foard County

Pease River, North Pease River, Middle Pease River tributaries, Beaver Creek, Wild Horse Creek, Margaret Creek, China Creek, Mule Creek, stock ponds, ranch reservoirs, wetlands, springs, flood-control structures, and seasonal streams

Best Golf Courses in Foard County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Crowell Country ClubCrowell33.9898°N, 99.7369°W
Quanah Country ClubQuanah34.3008°N, 99.7405°W

Colleges and Universities in Foard County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Vernon CollegePublicCommunity CollegeOfficial community college district serving Foard County
Midwestern State UniversityPublicUniversityRegional public university in nearby Wichita Falls
Texas Tech UniversityPublicUniversityMajor public research university serving West Texas
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Foard CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural and community education programs

References

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