Harrison County Map, Texas, USA

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Map of Harrison County, Texas

Map of Harrison County, Texas

Harrison County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Marshall. As per 2020 census, the population of Harrison County is 69150 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 899 sq mi (2,328 km2). Harrison County was established on 1839.

Facts about Harrison County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionNortheast Texas / Piney Woods
County SeatMarshall
Named AfterAlfred Harrison, early settler and legislator
Established1839
Organized1842
Coordinates32.5440° N, 94.3670° W
Total Area915 sq mi
Land Area899 sq mi
Water Area16 sq mi
Population (2020)66,000
Population RankModerately populated Northeast Texas county
Major CitiesMarshall, Hallsville, Waskom
Main IndustriesTimber, Agriculture, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Education
Major AirportEast Texas Regional Airport (nearby)
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForHistoric downtown Marshall, East Texas oil fields, Higher education (Henderson State University nearby), Piney Woods scenery
Websitehttps://www.co.harrison.tx.us

Top Attractions in Harrison County, Texas

  • Historic Downtown Marshall – Shops, cafés, galleries, and restored 19th-century architecture.
  • Harrison County Historical Museum – Exhibits on local history, Civil War, and regional heritage.
  • Texas & Pacific Railway Depot Museum – Railroad history and interactive exhibits.
  • Harrison County Courthouse – Iconic historic courthouse in downtown Marshall.
  • Marshall Symphony Orchestra – Live music performances and cultural events.
  • East Texas Arboretum & Botanical Society – Gardens, walking trails, and seasonal events.
  • Rusk Creek Park – Picnic areas, playgrounds, and nature trails.
  • Harrison County Expo Center – Venue for fairs, rodeos, and community events.
  • Heritage Village at Wyalucing – Preserved plantation site with historical exhibits.
  • Lake O’ the Pines (Nearby Access) – Boating, fishing, and lakeside recreation near the county line.

Cities and Towns in Harrison County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Marshall (county seat)City2300832.5449°N, 94.3674°W
HallsvilleCity427732.5049°N, 94.5749°W
WaskomCity192532.4746°N, 94.0560°W
Elysian FieldsCity40532.3677°N, 94.1949°W
KarnackUnincorporated CommunityN/A32.6682°N, 94.1702°W
ScottsvilleCity31832.5477°N, 94.2427°W
JonesvilleCity16832.1109°N, 94.0399°W
UncertainCity9432.7271°N, 94.1452°W
WoodlawnCensus Designated Place (CDP)79132.8132°N, 94.2756°W
NesbittUnincorporated CommunityN/A32.6191°N, 94.4908°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Harrison County

  • Interstate 20 - major east-west corridor connecting Marshall with Dallas and Shreveport
  • U.S. Highway 59 (future Interstate 369) - north-south route through Marshall
  • U.S. Highway 80 - historic east-west highway serving Marshall and Waskom
  • U.S. Highway 59 Business - serves downtown Marshall
  • Texas State Highway 43 - connects Marshall with Karnack and Tatum
  • Texas State Highway 154 - serves northwestern portions of the county
  • Texas State Highway 149 - links Hallsville with Carthage and Longview
  • Farm to Market Road 31 - provides access to Caddo Lake communities

What are Neighboring Counties of Harrison County

  • Marion County (north)
  • Caddo Parish, Louisiana (east)
  • Panola County (south)
  • Rusk County (southwest)
  • Gregg County (west)
  • Upshur County (northwest)

Distance from Harrison County to Nearby Cities

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Hallsville2214
Waskom2314
Karnack2214
Longview (Gregg County)4226
Carthage (Panola County)4025
Gilmer (Upshur County)5635
Jefferson (Marion County)2717
Henderson (Rusk County)7245
Shreveport, Louisiana6440
Tyler (Smith County)9861
Texarkana (Bowie County)10867
Mount Pleasant (Titus County)10163
Dallas (Dallas County)243151
Waco (McLennan County)298185
Houston (Harris County)373232

Waterbodies in Harrison County

Caddo Lake, Big Cypress Bayou, Black Cypress Bayou, Little Cypress Creek, Harrison Bayou, Kelly Bayou, Sabine River tributaries, Potter Creek, wetlands, oxbow lakes, marshes, reservoirs, floodplain waterways, and seasonal streams

Best Golf Courses in Harrison County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Oak Lawn Municipal Golf CourseMarshall32.5542°N, 94.3739°W
Pinecrest Country ClubMarshall32.5667°N, 94.3951°W
Tempest Golf ClubGladewater32.5395°N, 94.9354°W

Colleges and Universities in Harrison County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
East Texas Baptist UniversityPrivateUniversityChristian liberal arts university located in Marshall
Panola College - Marshall College CenterPublicCommunity CollegeHigher education and workforce training programs
Texas State Technical College - MarshallPublicTechnical CollegeTechnical and workforce education
Wiley UniversityPrivateUniversityHistoric HBCU founded in 1873

References

  1. U.S. Census Bureau - Harrison County QuickFacts
  2. Official Harrison County Website
  3. Texas State Historical Association - Harrison County
  4. East Texas Baptist University
  5. Wiley University