Gonzales County Map, Texas, USA

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Map of Gonzales County, Texas

Map of Gonzales County, Texas

Gonzales County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Gonzales. As per 2020 census, the population of Gonzales County is 19641 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,068 sq mi (2,766 km2). Gonzales County was established on 1836.

Facts about Gonzales County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionSouth-Central Texas / Gulf Coastal Plains
County SeatGonzales
Named AfterRafael Gonzales, Mexican governor of Coahuila y Tejas
Established1836
Organized1837
Coordinates29.5030° N, 97.4520° W
Total Area1,070 sq mi
Land Area1,063 sq mi
Water Area7 sq mi
Population (2020)19,653
Population RankModerately populated South-Central Texas county
Major CitiesGonzales, Waelder, Smiley
Main IndustriesAgriculture, Oil & Gas, Manufacturing, Ranching
Major AirportNearest major airport: San Antonio International Airport
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known For“Lexington of Texas,” Texas Revolution history, Gonzales Flag, Agriculture
Websitehttps://www.gonzalesco.org

Top Attractions in Gonzales County, Texas

  • Gonzales Memorial Museum – Exhibits on Texas independence and local history.
  • Battle of Gonzales Monument – Commemorates the first battle of the Texas Revolution.
  • Downtown Gonzales Historic District – Shops, cafés, murals, and historic buildings.
  • Gonzales County Courthouse – Iconic 1896 courthouse with classical architecture.
  • Huston-Tillotson House – Historic home reflecting 19th-century Texas heritage.
  • Gonzales City Park – Walking trails, picnic areas, and family-friendly recreation.
  • Texas Independence Trail Marker – Historic marker detailing early Texas revolutionary history.
  • Blue Hole Park – Small natural swimming and picnic area.
  • Gonzales Wine & Vineyards – Local vineyards offering tours and tastings.
  • Scenic Countryside Drives – Rolling Hill Country landscapes ideal for photography and wildlife viewing.

Cities and Towns in Gonzales County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Gonzales (county seat)City716529.5016°N, 97.4525°W
Nixon (partly in Wilson County)City238529.2675°N, 97.7658°W
WaelderCity101429.6944°N, 97.2897°W
SmileyCity47529.2663°N, 97.6375°W
BelmontUnincorporated CommunityN/A29.5677°N, 97.6911°W
LeesvilleUnincorporated CommunityN/A29.4361°N, 97.7519°W
OttineUnincorporated CommunityN/A29.5983°N, 97.5844°W
BebeUnincorporated CommunityN/A29.4389°N, 97.3836°W
MonthaliaUnincorporated CommunityN/A29.6741°N, 97.5986°W
CostUnincorporated CommunityN/A29.4322°N, 97.5247°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Gonzales County

  • Interstate 10 - major east-west corridor connecting San Antonio and Houston
  • U.S. Highway 183 - north-south route through Gonzales, Belmont, and Nixon
  • U.S. Highway 87 - connects Smiley, Nixon, and nearby South Texas communities
  • U.S. Highway 90 Alternate - serves Gonzales and eastern portions of the county
  • Texas State Highway 97 - links Waelder, Gonzales, and Floresville
  • Texas State Highway 304 - connects Gonzales with Bastrop and Central Texas
  • Farm to Market Road 466 - serves western portions of the county
  • Farm to Market Road 1117 - connects rural agricultural and ranching areas

What are Neighboring Counties of Gonzales County

  • Caldwell County (north)
  • Fayette County (northeast)
  • Lavaca County (east)
  • DeWitt County (south)
  • Karnes County (southwest)
  • Wilson County (west)
  • Guadalupe County (northwest)

Distance from Gonzales County to Nearby Cities

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Nixon3924
Smiley4327
Waelder3119
Seguin (Guadalupe County)5434
Luling (Caldwell County)4226
Shiner (Lavaca County)4930
Cuero (DeWitt County)6339
La Grange (Fayette County)6742
Karnes City (Karnes County)6440
San Marcos (Hays County)7446
San Antonio (Bexar County)10565
Austin (Travis County)11571
Victoria (Victoria County)11873
Corpus Christi (Nueces County)216134
Houston (Harris County)239149

Waterbodies in Gonzales County

Guadalupe River, San Marcos River, Peach Creek, Sandies Creek, Plum Creek tributaries, O'Neill Creek, Turkey Creek, Pecan Creek, Gonzales County reservoirs, stock ponds, wetlands, springs, oxbow lakes, floodplain waterways, and seasonal streams

Best Golf Courses in Gonzales County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Gonzales Municipal Golf CourseGonzales29.5067°N, 97.4608°W
Independence Golf CourseGonzales29.5113°N, 97.4492°W
The Bandit Golf ClubNew Braunfels29.7312°N, 98.0435°W

Colleges and Universities in Gonzales County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Victoria College - Gonzales CenterPublicCommunity CollegePrimary community college services for Gonzales County
Texas Lutheran UniversityPrivateUniversityRegional liberal arts university in nearby Seguin
Texas State UniversityPublicUniversityMajor public university in nearby San Marcos
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Gonzales CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural and community education programs

References

  1. U.S. Census Bureau - Gonzales County QuickFacts
  2. Official Gonzales County Website
  3. Texas State Historical Association - Gonzales County
  4. City of Gonzales Official Website
  5. Victoria College