Hood County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Hood County, Texas

Map of Hood County, Texas

Hood County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Granbury. As per 2020 census, the population of Hood County is 64222 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 422 sq mi (1,093 km2). Hood County was established on 1866.

Facts about Hood County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionNorth-Central Texas / Cross Timbers
County SeatGranbury
Named AfterJohn Bell Hood, Confederate general
Established1866
Organized1866
Coordinates32.4320° N, 97.7880° W
Total Area437 sq mi
Land Area422 sq mi
Water Area15 sq mi
Population (2020)61,808
Population RankModerately populated North-Central Texas county
Major CitiesGranbury, Tolar, Lipan
Main IndustriesTourism, Manufacturing, Retail, Agriculture
Major AirportGranbury Regional Airport
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForLake Granbury, Historic Granbury Square, Texas Hill Country outskirts, Tourism and recreation
Websitehttps://www.co.hood.tx.us

Top Attractions in Hood County, Texas

  • Historic Downtown Granbury – Shops, restaurants, galleries, and preserved 19th-century architecture.
  • Granbury Opera House – Historic venue hosting live performances and cultural events.
  • Granbury City Beach & Lake Granbury – Boating, fishing, swimming, and lakeside recreation.
  • Granbury City Park – Trails, playgrounds, picnic areas, and community events.
  • Hood County Courthouse – Iconic historic courthouse anchoring downtown Granbury.
  • Granbury Historic Square – Boutiques, dining, and local shops in a charming historic setting.
  • Lake Granbury Marina – Boat rentals, water sports, and fishing activities.
  • Granbury Ghost Tours – Evening walking tours exploring historic sites and legends.
  • Historic Granbury Jail – Museum highlighting local law enforcement history.
  • Scenic Hill Country Drives – Countryside roads with vineyards, rolling hills, and rural vistas.

Cities and Towns in Hood County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Granbury (county seat)City1025832.4421°N, 97.7942°W
TolarCity106932.3940°N, 97.9200°W
LipanCity43032.5193°N, 98.0481°W
DeCordovaCity331632.4295°N, 97.6950°W
Stockton BendCity32.3765°N, 97.6963°W
Canyon CreekCensus Designated Place (CDP)294232.3964°N, 97.9155°W
Pecan PlantationCensus Designated Place (CDP)622232.3604°N, 97.7025°W
Oak Trail ShoresCensus Designated Place (CDP)338232.3196°N, 97.7139°W
ActonUnincorporated CommunityN/A32.4435°N, 97.6958°W
Thorp SpringUnincorporated CommunityN/A32.3476°N, 97.9128°W
PaluxyUnincorporated CommunityN/A32.2579°N, 97.9259°W
Sky HarbourUnincorporated CommunityN/A32.4884°N, 97.7831°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Hood County

  • U.S. Highway 377 - major north-south corridor connecting Granbury with Fort Worth and Stephenville
  • Texas State Highway 144 - links Granbury with Glen Rose and Mineral Wells
  • Farm to Market Road 51 - connects Granbury with Weatherford and Erath County
  • Farm to Market Road 4 - scenic route through western Hood County
  • Farm to Market Road 167 - serves Acton and nearby communities
  • Farm to Market Road 2580 - provides access to Lake Granbury developments
  • Farm to Market Road 200 - serves southern portions of the county

What are Neighboring Counties of Hood County

  • Parker County (north)
  • Johnson County (east)
  • Somervell County (south)
  • Erath County (west)
  • Palo Pinto County (northwest)

Distance from Hood County to Nearby Cities

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Tolar138
Lipan3119
Glen Rose (Somervell County)2616
Weatherford (Parker County)4226
Stephenville (Erath County)5333
Cleburne (Johnson County)4327
Mineral Wells (Palo Pinto County)4830
Fort Worth (Tarrant County)6440
Dallas (Dallas County)10364
Waco (McLennan County)12075
Abilene (Taylor County)199124
Austin (Travis County)303188
Lubbock (Lubbock County)465289
Houston (Harris County)443275
San Antonio (Bexar County)386240

Waterbodies in Hood County

Lake Granbury, Brazos River, Paluxy River, Squaw Creek, Rough Creek, Mesquite Creek, Fall Creek, Robinson Creek, Acton Creek, wetlands, reservoirs, flood-control lakes, farm ponds, springs, and seasonal streams

Best Golf Courses in Hood County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Harbor Lakes Golf ClubGranbury32.4539°N, 97.7536°W
Granbury Country ClubGranbury32.4097°N, 97.7205°W
Pecan Plantation Country ClubPecan Plantation32.3592°N, 97.7004°W
Hidden Oaks Golf CourseGranbury32.4662°N, 97.8325°W

Colleges and Universities in Hood County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Weatherford College - Granbury CampusPublicCommunity CollegeHigher education and workforce training programs in Hood County
Tarleton State UniversityPublicUniversityRegional public university located nearby in Stephenville
Texas Christian UniversityPrivateUniversityMajor private university in nearby Fort Worth
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Hood CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural and community education programs

References

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