La Salle County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of La Salle County, Texas

Map of La Salle County, Texas

La Salle County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Cotulla. As per 2020 census, the population of La Salle County is 6670 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,489 sq mi (3,856 km2). La Salle County was established on 1858.

Facts about La Salle County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionSouth Texas / Coastal Plains
County SeatCotulla
Named AfterRené-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle, French explorer
Established1858
Organized1880
Coordinates28.4350° N, 99.2150° W
Total Area1,509 sq mi
Land Area1,504 sq mi
Water Area5 sq mi
Population (2020)6,664
Population RankRural South Texas county
Major CommunityCotulla
Main IndustriesOil & Gas, Agriculture, Ranching, Energy services
Major AirportCotulla-La Salle County Airport
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForSouth Texas ranching, Oil production, Rural landscapes, Cotulla historic downtown
Websitehttps://www.co.la-salle.tx.us

Top Attractions in La Salle County, Texas

  • Historic Downtown Cotulla – Shops, cafés, and preserved early 20th-century architecture.
  • La Salle County Courthouse – Iconic courthouse anchoring downtown Cotulla.
  • La Salle County Museum – Exhibits on pioneer life, ranching, and local history.
  • Cotulla City Park – Walking trails, picnic areas, and family-friendly recreation.
  • Rural Ranchlands – Scenic South Texas drives through cattle ranches and farmland.
  • Prairie Wildlife Areas – Bird-watching and nature observation opportunities.
  • Historic Rail Markers – Landmarks commemorating early railroad routes through the county.
  • Windmill Heritage Sites – Iconic structures dotting the rural landscape.
  • Scenic Country Drives – Quiet roads ideal for photography and exploring South Texas scenery.
  • Local Homesteads and Ranch Buildings – Early settlement structures reflecting county heritage.

Cities and Towns in La Salle County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Cotulla (county seat)City371828.4369°N, 99.2359°W
EncinalCity55928.0397°N, 99.3575°W
GardendaleCensus Designated Place (CDP)33428.6125°N, 99.0842°W
WoodwardUnincorporated CommunityN/A28.5947°N, 99.1581°W
Artesia WellsUnincorporated CommunityN/A28.2822°N, 99.2853°W
FowlertonUnincorporated CommunityN/A28.4530°N, 98.8047°W
MillettUnincorporated CommunityN/A28.5228°N, 99.1028°W
Los AngelesHistoric CommunityN/A28.6769°N, 99.1842°W
CallihamUnincorporated CommunityN/A28.4897°N, 98.3447°W
PryorHistoric CommunityN/A28.2014°N, 99.1425°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in La Salle County

  • Interstate 35 - major north-south interstate crossing the county through Cotulla and Encinal
  • Interstate 35 Business - serves downtown Cotulla and local commercial districts
  • Texas State Highway 44 - connects Encinal with Freer and South Texas communities
  • Farm to Market Road 624 - serves ranching and energy-producing areas
  • Farm to Market Road 1333 - provides access to oil and gas operations in the Eagle Ford region
  • Farm to Market Road 469 - links rural communities and agricultural areas
  • Farm to Market Road 1581 - connects remote ranchlands with Interstate 35

What are Neighboring Counties of La Salle County

  • Dimmit County (west)
  • Frio County (north)
  • McMullen County (east)
  • Live Oak County (southeast)
  • Webb County (south)
  • Maverick County (southwest, corner boundary)

Distance from La Salle County to Nearby Cities

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Encinal4528
Artesia Wells2516
Pearsall (Frio County)3723
Dilley (Frio County)2415
Carrizo Springs (Dimmit County)8352
George West (Live Oak County)9760
Freer (Duval County)8050
Laredo (Webb County)13886
Crystal City (Zavala County)10867
Alice (Jim Wells County)13383
San Antonio (Bexar County)13785
Corpus Christi (Nueces County)187116
Austin (Travis County)275171
Houston (Harris County)430267
Dallas (Dallas County)530329

Waterbodies in La Salle County

Nueces River, San Casimiro Creek, San Roque Creek, Turkey Creek, Pena Creek, Chaparral Creek tributaries, ranch reservoirs, stock tanks, wetlands, groundwater recharge areas, irrigation ponds, and seasonal streams

Best Golf Courses in La Salle County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Cotulla Country ClubCotulla28.4427°N, 99.2328°W
New Frontier Golf ClubPearsall28.8961°N, 99.0992°W
Laredo Country ClubLaredo27.5705°N, 99.4654°W
North Shore Country ClubPortland27.8893°N, 97.3271°W

Colleges and Universities in La Salle County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Southwest Texas Junior CollegePublicCommunity CollegePrimary community college serving La Salle County
Texas A&M International UniversityPublicUniversityRegional university serving South Texas
Texas A&M University-San AntonioPublicUniversityPublic university serving residents of South Texas
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - La Salle CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural and community education programs

References

  1. Official La Salle County Website
  2. U.S. Census Bureau - La Salle County QuickFacts
  3. Texas State Historical Association - La Salle County
  4. Texas Almanac - La Salle County
  5. Southwest Texas Junior College