Freestone County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Freestone County, Texas

Map of Freestone County, Texas

Freestone County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Fairfield. As per 2020 census, the population of Freestone County is 19774 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 885 sq mi (2,292 km2). Freestone County was established on 1850.

Facts about Freestone County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionEast-Central Texas
County SeatFairfield
Named AfterIts early settlers’ description of “freestone” terrain (easy-to-work soil)
Established1850
Organized1851
Coordinates31.7250° N, 96.1650° W
Total Area892 sq mi
Land Area878 sq mi
Water Area14 sq mi
Population (2020)19,435
Population RankRural East-Central Texas county
Major CitiesFairfield, Teague, Wortham
Main IndustriesEnergy (lignite), Agriculture, Ranching, Manufacturing
Major AirportFairfield Municipal Airport
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForFairfield Lake State Park (historic site), Freestone peaches, Texas country landscapes
Websitehttps://www.co.freestone.tx.us

Top Attractions in Freestone County, Texas

  • Fairfield Lake State Park (Historic Site) – Former state park area known for fishing and scenic views.
  • Freestone County Historical Museum (Fairfield) – Pioneer artifacts and local history exhibits.
  • Downtown Fairfield – Small-town charm with shops, cafés, and historic buildings.
  • Freestone County Courthouse – Historic courthouse anchoring the town square.
  • Big Brown Creek Area – Nature spots for bird-watching and quiet exploration.
  • Teague Downtown District – Local shops, murals, and early 20th-century architecture.
  • Teague City Park – Family park with playgrounds and shaded areas.
  • Kirvin Community Sites – Rural landmarks and peaceful countryside drives.
  • Butler Community Park – Small-town recreation area with green space.
  • Rural Ranchlands – Scenic country roads ideal for photography and wildlife viewing.

Cities and Towns in Freestone County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Fairfield (county seat)City285031.7246°N, 96.1652°W
TeagueCity338431.6274°N, 96.2833°W
WorthamTown101831.7879°N, 96.4622°W
StreetmanTown31.8788°N, 96.3344°W
KirvinTown12931.8627°N, 96.2361°W
Oakwood (partly in Leon County)Town51031.5888°N, 95.8605°W
DewUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.6947°N, 96.1128°W
DonieUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.4724°N, 96.2155°W
ButlerUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.8993°N, 96.2018°W
FreestoneUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.4621°N, 96.1150°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Freestone County

  • Interstate 45 - north toward Dallas and south toward Houston
  • U.S. Highway 79 - serves southeastern portions of the county
  • U.S. Highway 84 - passes through Fairfield and Teague
  • U.S. Highway 287 - major route through the county connecting Corsicana and Palestine
  • Texas State Highway 14 - north-south corridor through Fairfield
  • Texas State Highway 75 - parallels Interstate 45 through parts of the county
  • Texas State Highway 164 - connects Fairfield with Groesbeck and Buffalo
  • Texas State Highway 179 - connects Teague with nearby rural communities

What are Neighboring Counties of Freestone County

  • Henderson County (north)
  • Anderson County (northeast)
  • Leon County (southeast)
  • Limestone County (southwest)
  • Navarro County (northwest)

Distance from Freestone County to Nearby Cities

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Teague1610
Wortham3522
Streetman2717
Mexia (Limestone County)2918
Buffalo (Leon County)3924
Palestine (Anderson County)5635
Corsicana (Navarro County)6138
Athens (Henderson County)7748
Groesbeck (Limestone County)6641
Waco (McLennan County)10163
Tyler (Smith County)12578
Dallas (Dallas County)14590
College Station (Brazos County)13483
Austin (Travis County)239149
Houston (Harris County)245152

Waterbodies in Freestone County

Richland-Chambers Reservoir, Fairfield Lake, Trinity River tributaries, Tehuacana Creek, Big Brown Creek, Caney Creek, Catfish Creek, Cottonwood Creek, Little Tehuacana Creek, stock ponds, wetlands, flood-control reservoirs, springs, and seasonal streams

Best Golf Courses in Freestone County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Fairfield Lake Golf CourseFairfield31.7857°N, 96.1285°W
Tri-County Golf ClubTeague31.6322°N, 96.2867°W
Mexia Country ClubMexia31.6828°N, 96.4701°W

Colleges and Universities in Freestone County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Navarro CollegePublicCommunity CollegeOfficial community college district serving all of Freestone County
Trinity Valley Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeRegional higher education opportunities in nearby communities
Texas A&M UniversityPublicUniversityMajor public research university serving Central and East Texas
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Freestone CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural and community education programs

References

  1. U.S. Census Bureau - Freestone County QuickFacts
  2. Official Freestone County Website
  3. Texas State Historical Association - Freestone County
  4. Freestone County Geography, Communities, and Highways
  5. Navarro College
  • Source: Freestone County had a population of 19,435 at the 2020 Census. Fairfield is the county seat, while Teague is the county's largest city. Major highways include Interstate 45, U.S. Highways 79, 84, and 287, along with several Texas state highways. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}