Jeff Davis County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Jeff Davis County, Texas

Map of Jeff Davis County, Texas

Jeff Davis County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Fort Davis. As per 2020 census, the population of Jeff Davis County is 1949 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 2,265 sq mi (5,866 km2). Jeff Davis County was established on 1887.

Facts about Jeff Davis County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionFar West Texas / Trans-Pecos
County SeatFort Davis
Named AfterJefferson Davis, President of the Confederate States of America
Established1887
Organized1887
Coordinates30.5920° N, 103.8820° W
Total Area2,265 sq mi
Land Area2,265 sq mi
Water Area<1 sq mi
Population (2020)2,253
Population RankOne of the least populated counties in Texas
Major CommunityFort Davis
Main IndustriesTourism, Ranching, Astronomy (McDonald Observatory), Outdoor Recreation
Major AirportNearest major airport: El Paso International Airport
Time ZoneMountain Time (UTC−07:00)
Known ForMcDonald Observatory, Davis Mountains State Park, Scenic West Texas landscapes
Websitehttps://www.co.jeff-davis.tx.us

Top Attractions in Jeff Davis County, Texas

  • McDonald Observatory – World-class astronomical observatory with tours and stargazing programs.
  • Fort Davis National Historic Site – Preserved 19th-century military post with guided tours.
  • Davis Mountains State Park – Hiking, camping, and scenic views of the rugged mountains.
  • Chinati Mountains State Natural Area – Remote desert landscapes ideal for hiking and wildlife observation.
  • Historic Downtown Fort Davis – Local shops, cafés, and historic architecture.
  • Jeff Davis County Courthouse – Iconic courthouse anchoring downtown Fort Davis.
  • Independence Creek – Scenic creek with hiking trails and natural beauty.
  • Davis Mountains Scenic Loop – Road trip with panoramic mountain vistas.
  • Local Ranchlands – High desert and mountain ranches offering rural scenery.
  • Prada Peak Overlook – Panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and desert landscapes.

Cities & Towns in Jeff Davis County, Texas

Fort Davis, Valentine, Chispa, Davis Mountain Resort