Frio County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Frio County, Texas

Map of Frio County, Texas

Frio County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Pearsall. As per 2020 census, the population of Frio County is 18436 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,133 sq mi (2,934 km2). Frio County was established on 1858.

Facts about Frio County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionSouth Texas / Winter Garden Region
County SeatPearsall
Named AfterFrio River (“Frio” meaning “cold” in Spanish)
Established1858
Organized1871
Coordinates28.8680° N, 99.1070° W
Total Area1,134 sq mi
Land Area1,133 sq mi
Water Area1 sq mi
Population (2020)18,385
Population RankModerate-sized South Texas county
Major CitiesPearsall, Dilley
Main IndustriesAgriculture, Oil & Gas, Ranching, Corrections
Major AirportPearsall Municipal Airport
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForWinter Garden produce (onions, melons), Frio River region, South Texas hunting
Websitehttps://www.co.frio.tx.us

Top Attractions in Frio County, Texas

  • Frio County Courthouse (Pearsall) – Historic courthouse featuring classic Texas architecture.
  • Downtown Pearsall – Local shops, murals, and small-town charm.
  • Frio Pioneer Jail Museum – Historic jail with exhibits on early county history.
  • Longhorn Museum (Pearsall) – Displays celebrating the region’s ranching heritage.
  • Pearsall City Park – Green space with walking paths and playgrounds.
  • Moore Community Park – Small-town recreation area with picnic spots.
  • Dilley City Park – Family-friendly park with sports areas and open space.
  • Chaparral Wildlife Management Area (Nearby Access) – Brush country habitat ideal for birding and wildlife viewing.
  • Ranchlands of Frio County – Scenic rural drives through classic South Texas landscapes.
  • Frio River (Nearby Regions) – Popular tubing and relaxation areas just outside the county line.

Cities and Towns in Frio County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Pearsall (county seat)City915828.8928°N, 99.0953°W
DilleyCity327428.6678°N, 99.1700°W
BigfootCensus Designated Place (CDP)41829.0611°N, 98.8500°W
MooreCensus Designated Place (CDP)47529.0194°N, 99.1106°W
North PearsallCensus Designated Place (CDP)161428.9268°N, 99.0871°W
HilltopCensus Designated Place (CDP)7728.8608°N, 99.0198°W
DerbyUnincorporated CommunityN/A28.7516°N, 99.1506°W
Frio TownGhost TownN/A28.9180°N, 99.2270°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Frio County

  • Interstate 35 - north toward San Antonio and south toward Laredo
  • U.S. Highway 57 - west toward Eagle Pass and east toward Atascosa County
  • Texas State Highway 85 - connects Dilley with Carrizo Springs and Pleasanton
  • Texas State Highway 173 - north toward Devine and south toward Jourdanton
  • Farm to Market Road 140 - serves agricultural areas west of Pearsall
  • Farm to Market Road 1582 - connects rural communities and ranchlands

What are Neighboring Counties of Frio County

  • Medina County (north)
  • Atascosa County (east)
  • McMullen County (southeast)
  • La Salle County (south)
  • Dimmit County (southwest)
  • Zavala County (west)
  • Uvalde County (northwest)

Distance from Frio County to Nearby Cities

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Dilley2616
Moore2113
Bigfoot3321
Devine (Medina County)3824
Jourdanton (Atascosa County)3924
Cotulla (La Salle County)5434
Crystal City (Zavala County)7647
Carrizo Springs (Dimmit County)9358
Uvalde (Uvalde County)9760
Pleasanton (Atascosa County)5836
San Antonio (Bexar County)9157
Laredo (Webb County)13886
Corpus Christi (Nueces County)218135
Austin (Travis County)226140
Houston (Harris County)446277

Waterbodies in Frio County

Frio River, Leona River, San Miguel Creek, Black Creek, Salt Creek, Live Oak Creek, Turkey Creek, Mustang Creek, Elm Creek, irrigation reservoirs, stock ponds, wetlands, springs, flood-control structures, and seasonal waterways

Best Golf Courses in Frio County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Pearsall Golf ClubPearsall28.8917°N, 99.1082°W
Devine Golf CourseDevine29.1455°N, 98.9061°W
Crystal City Municipal Golf CourseCrystal City28.6861°N, 99.8254°W

Colleges and Universities in Frio County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Southwest Texas Junior CollegePublicCommunity CollegeOfficial community college district serving all of Frio County
Texas A&M University-San AntonioPublicUniversityRegional public university serving South Texas
Palo Alto CollegePublicCommunity CollegeHigher education opportunities in nearby San Antonio
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Frio CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural and community education programs

References

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