Lipscomb County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Lipscomb County, Texas

Map of Lipscomb County, Texas

Lipscomb County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Lipscomb. As per 2020 census, the population of Lipscomb County is 2931 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 932 sq mi (2,414 km2). Lipscomb County was established on 1876.

Facts about Lipscomb County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionTexas Panhandle / High Plains
County SeatClarendon
Named AfterJohn Lipscomb, Texas legislator and soldier
Established1876
Organized1887
Coordinates36.0840° N, 100.1640° W
Total Area924 sq mi
Land Area923 sq mi
Water Area1 sq mi
Population (2020)3,059
Population RankOne of the least populated counties in the Texas Panhandle
Major CommunityClarendon
Main IndustriesAgriculture (cattle, wheat, sorghum), Ranching, Oil & Gas
Major AirportNearest major airport: Amarillo International Airport
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForRolling High Plains, Ranching culture, Sparse population, Rural Panhandle landscapes
Websitehttps://www.co.lipscomb.tx.us

Top Attractions in Lipscomb County, Texas

  • Lipscomb County Courthouse (Lipscomb) – Historic courthouse anchoring downtown Lipscomb.
  • Downtown Lipscomb – Small-town shops, cafés, and local heritage buildings.
  • Lipscomb County Museum – Exhibits on pioneer life, ranching, and local history.
  • Rural Ranchlands – Scenic drives through open plains and cattle ranches.
  • Prairie Wildlife Areas – Bird-watching and small-game observation opportunities.
  • Windmill Heritage Sites – Iconic windmills scattered across the countryside.
  • Historic Rail Markers – Landmarks commemorating early railroad routes through the county.
  • Lipscomb City Park – Community park with picnic areas, playgrounds, and walking trails.
  • High Plains Scenic Drives – Expansive farmland and rural landscapes ideal for photography.
  • Historic Homesteads and Buildings – Early settlement structures reflecting county heritage.

Cities and Towns in Lipscomb County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
BookerCity134936.4539°N, 100.5379°W
FollettCity45936.4334°N, 100.1415°W
HigginsCity39736.1134°N, 100.0243°W
Lipscomb (county seat)Census Designated Place (CDP)6636.2339°N, 100.2715°W
DarrouzettUnincorporated Community35036.4423°N, 100.3229°W
GlazierUnincorporated CommunityN/A35.9731°N, 100.1887°W
Booker FlatsRural CommunityN/A36.4950°N, 100.5900°W
CatesbyHistoric CommunityN/A36.3210°N, 100.0460°W
Valley ParkHistoric CommunityN/A36.3014°N, 100.4057°W
Shattuck AreaRegional Community AreaN/A36.2723°N, 99.8798°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Lipscomb County

  • Texas State Highway 15 - major east-west highway connecting Booker, Follett, and Oklahoma communities
  • Texas State Highway 305 - north-south route through Lipscomb and Darrouzett
  • Farm to Market Road 1454 - serves agricultural areas and ranchlands
  • Farm to Market Road 1269 - connects rural communities in the central county
  • Farm to Market Road 2172 - provides access to ranches and grain-producing regions
  • Farm to Market Road 3260 - serves northern county agricultural operations
  • County road network supporting farming, ranching, and oil and gas activities

What are Neighboring Counties of Lipscomb County

  • Beaver County, Oklahoma (north)
  • Ellis County, Oklahoma (east)
  • Hemphill County (south)
  • Ochiltree County (west)
  • Roberts County (southwest corner)

Distance from Lipscomb County to Nearby Cities

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Darrouzett2113
Follett2314
Booker4226
Higgins3924
Canadian (Hemphill County)5836
Perryton (Ochiltree County)6339
Shattuck, Oklahoma4226
Guymon, Oklahoma9861
Woodward, Oklahoma11773
Borger (Hutchinson County)13282
Amarillo (Potter County)211131
Dodge City, Kansas224139
Liberal, Kansas14691
Enid, Oklahoma246153
Lubbock (Lubbock County)335208

Waterbodies in Lipscomb County

Wolf Creek, North Canadian River tributaries, Sand Creek, Plum Creek, Camp Creek, Mammoth Creek, Dugout Creek, Skunk Creek, Fifth Creek, Fourth Creek, ranch reservoirs, stock ponds, wetlands, groundwater recharge areas, and seasonal streams

Best Golf Courses in Lipscomb County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Perryton Municipal Golf CoursePerryton36.3917°N, 100.8120°W
Canadian Golf ClubCanadian35.9264°N, 100.3849°W
Shattuck Golf CourseShattuck, Oklahoma36.2695°N, 99.8789°W
Borger Country ClubBorger35.6542°N, 101.3961°W

Colleges and Universities in Lipscomb County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Frank Phillips CollegePublicCommunity CollegeOfficial community college service area for Lipscomb County
West Texas A&M UniversityPublicUniversityMajor regional university serving the Texas Panhandle
Oklahoma Panhandle State UniversityPublicUniversityNearby university in Goodwell, Oklahoma
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Lipscomb CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural and community education programs

References

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