Hartley County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Hartley County, Texas

Map of Hartley County, Texas

Hartley County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Channing. As per 2020 census, the population of Hartley County is 5397 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,462 sq mi (3,787 km2). Hartley County was established on 1876.

Facts about Hartley County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionTexas Panhandle / High Plains
County SeatChillicothe
Named AfterOliver C. Hartley, Texas lawyer and legislator
Established1876
Organized1891
Coordinates36.0380° N, 102.4740° W
Total Area1,506 sq mi
Land Area1,506 sq mi
Water Area<1 sq mi
Population (2020)5,382
Population RankSparsely populated Panhandle county
Major CommunityChillicothe
Main IndustriesAgriculture (wheat, cotton, sorghum), Ranching, Wind Energy
Major AirportHartley County Airport / Amarillo International Airport (nearby)
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForLlano Estacado plains, Ranching heritage, Wind farms
Websitehttps://www.co.hartley.tx.us

Top Attractions in Hartley County, Texas

  • Hartley County Courthouse (Chillicothe) – Historic courthouse anchoring the county seat.
  • Hartley County Museum – Exhibits on local history, ranching, and pioneer life.
  • Chillicothe City Park – Community park with playgrounds, picnic areas, and walking trails.
  • Downtown Hartley County District – Shops, cafés, and historic buildings showcasing small-town charm.
  • Rural Ranchlands – Scenic West Texas drives with open plains and cattle ranches.
  • Prairie Wildlife Areas – Bird-watching and nature observation opportunities.
  • Historic Rail Markers – Sites commemorating the county’s early railroad history.
  • Windmill Heritage Sites – Iconic structures dotting the rural countryside.
  • High Plains Scenic Drives – Quiet roads with expansive cotton fields and farmland.
  • Community Recreation Fields – Sports areas and picnic spots for families.

Cities and Towns in Hartley County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Channing (county seat)Town28135.6836°N, 102.3305°W
Dalhart (partly in Dallam County)City793036.0600°N, 102.5138°W
HartleyCensus Designated Place (CDP)38235.8858°N, 102.3960°W
Middle WaterUnincorporated CommunityN/A35.8124°N, 102.6321°W
RomeroUnincorporated CommunityN/A35.9361°N, 102.7675°W
Rita BlancaHistoric CommunityN/A35.9968°N, 102.7294°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Hartley County

  • U.S. Highway 54 - major route connecting Dalhart with New Mexico and Oklahoma
  • U.S. Highway 87 - north-south corridor through Hartley and Dalhart
  • U.S. Highway 385 - passes through Channing and Hartley County ranchlands
  • Texas State Highway 354 - connects Channing with U.S. Highway 54 and surrounding communities
  • Farm to Market Road 767 - serves Channing and agricultural areas
  • Farm to Market Road 281 - provides access to ranching operations and rural communities

What are Neighboring Counties of Hartley County

  • Dallam County (north)
  • Moore County (east)
  • Oldham County (south)
  • Union County, New Mexico (west)
  • Quay County, New Mexico (southwest)

Distance from Hartley County to Nearby Cities

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Hartley2817
Dalhart4830
Dumas (Moore County)7848
Stratford (Sherman County)8050
Vega (Oldham County)8452
Guymon, Oklahoma12880
Tucumcari, New Mexico13483
Borger (Hutchinson County)14389
Amarillo (Potter County)12980
Clovis, New Mexico209130
Liberal, Kansas214133
Lubbock (Lubbock County)286178
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma418260
Albuquerque, New Mexico411255
Dallas (Dallas County)654406

Waterbodies in Hartley County

Canadian River tributaries, Punta de Agua Creek, Coldwater Draw, Rita Blanca Creek, Palo Duro Creek tributaries, playa lakes, ranch reservoirs, stock ponds, wetlands, Ogallala Aquifer recharge areas, springs, drainage channels, and seasonal streams

Best Golf Courses in Hartley County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Dalhart Country ClubDalhart36.0563°N, 102.5215°W
Pheasant Trails Golf CourseDumas35.8687°N, 101.9675°W
Ross Rogers Golf ComplexAmarillo35.2238°N, 101.8452°W

Colleges and Universities in Hartley County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Frank Phillips CollegePublicCommunity CollegeOfficial community college district serving Hartley County
Amarillo CollegePublicCommunity CollegeRegional higher education opportunities in the Texas Panhandle
West Texas A&M UniversityPublicUniversityMajor public university serving the Panhandle region
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Hartley CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural and community education programs

References

  1. U.S. Census Bureau - Hartley County QuickFacts
  2. Official Hartley County Website
  3. Texas State Historical Association - Hartley County
  4. Texas Almanac - Hartley County
  5. Frank Phillips College