Lynn County Map, Texas, USA

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Map of Lynn County, Texas

Map of Lynn County, Texas

Lynn County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Tahoka. As per 2020 census, the population of Lynn County is 5688 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 892 sq mi (2,310 km2). Lynn County was established on 1876.

Facts about Lynn County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionSouth Plains (West Texas)
County SeatTahoka
Named AfterBrigadier General Charles Lynn
Established1876
Organized1903
Coordinates33.1635° N, 101.8166° W
Total Area893 sq mi
Land Area892 sq mi
Water Area1 sq mi
Population (2020)5,596
Population RankSmall rural county in West Texas
Major CityTahoka
Main IndustriesAgriculture, Cotton Production, Ranching, Energy
Major AirportTahoka Municipal Airport (local)
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForCotton farming, South Plains landscapes, Rural West Texas heritage
Websitehttps://www.co.lynn.tx.us

Top Attractions in Lynn County, Texas

  • Lynn County Courthouse (Tahoka) – Historic courthouse anchoring downtown Tahoka.
  • Downtown Tahoka – Small-town shops, cafés, and early 20th-century architecture.
  • Lynn County Museum – Exhibits on pioneer life, ranching, and local history.
  • Tahoka City Park – Walking trails, playgrounds, and family-friendly recreation.
  • Rural Ranchlands – Scenic West Texas drives through cattle ranches and farmland.
  • Prairie Wildlife Areas – Bird-watching and wildlife observation opportunities.
  • Historic Rail Markers – Landmarks commemorating early railroad routes through the county.
  • Windmill Heritage Sites – Iconic structures scattered across the rural landscape.
  • High Plains Scenic Drives – Expansive farmland and open plains ideal for photography.
  • Historic Homesteads and Buildings – Early settlement structures reflecting county heritage.

Cities and Towns in Lynn County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Tahoka (county seat)City257033.1668°N, 101.7938°W
O'DonnellCity67732.9640°N, 101.8327°W
WilsonCity48933.3206°N, 101.7257°W
New HomeCity35733.3140°N, 101.9113°W
GrasslandUnincorporated CommunityN/A33.2790°N, 101.6182°W
WaysideUnincorporated CommunityN/A33.0704°N, 101.8965°W
DrawUnincorporated CommunityN/A33.0437°N, 101.6218°W
RedwineUnincorporated CommunityN/A33.1348°N, 101.6207°W
SouthlandUnincorporated CommunityN/A33.3640°N, 101.5446°W
West PointHistoric CommunityN/A33.2486°N, 101.8674°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Lynn County

  • U.S. Highway 87 - major north-south corridor through Tahoka connecting Lubbock and Big Spring
  • U.S. Highway 84 - serves Tahoka and southeastern portions of the county
  • U.S. Highway 380 - east-west route through O'Donnell and Tahoka
  • Farm to Market Road 211 - connects Wilson and rural agricultural areas
  • Farm to Market Road 1317 - serves New Home and surrounding farming communities
  • Farm to Market Road 1054 - links ranchlands and cotton-producing areas
  • Farm to Market Road 179 - provides access to western county communities

What are Neighboring Counties of Lynn County

  • Lubbock County (north)
  • Crosby County (northeast)
  • Garza County (east)
  • Borden County (southeast)
  • Dawson County (south)
  • Terry County (west)
  • Hockley County (northwest)

Distance from Lynn County to Nearby Cities

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Wilson2012
New Home2415
O'Donnell3321
Slaton (Lubbock County)3522
Post (Garza County)4528
Brownfield (Terry County)5534
Lubbock (Lubbock County)4930
Tahoka00
Levelland (Hockley County)7748
Lamesa (Dawson County)5635
Crosbyton (Crosby County)7144
Plainview (Hale County)9962
Midland (Midland County)184114
Abilene (Taylor County)241150
Amarillo (Potter County)191119

Waterbodies in Lynn County

Tahoka Lake, Double Lakes, Guthrie Lake, Double Mountain Fork Brazos River headwaters, Yellow House Draw tributaries, Blackwater Draw tributaries, playa lakes, stock tanks, ranch reservoirs, wetlands, groundwater recharge areas, and seasonal drainage channels

Best Golf Courses in Lynn County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
T-Bar Country ClubTahoka33.1737°N, 101.8062°W
Meadowbrook Golf CourseLubbock33.5795°N, 101.8398°W
The Rawls Course at Texas TechLubbock33.5858°N, 101.8737°W
Yoakum County Golf ClubDenver City32.9694°N, 102.8294°W

Colleges and Universities in Lynn County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
South Plains CollegePublicCommunity CollegeOfficial community college serving Lynn County
Texas Tech UniversityPublicUniversityMajor public research university in nearby Lubbock
Lubbock Christian UniversityPrivateUniversityRegional private university serving the South Plains
Texas Tech University Health Sciences CenterPublicMedical UniversityHealthcare education and research institution

References

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