McLennan County Map, Texas

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

Map of McLennan County, Texas

Map of McLennan County, Texas

McLennan County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Waco. As per 2020 census, the population of McLennan County is 263115 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,042 sq mi (2,699 km2). McLennan County was established on 1850.

Facts about McLennan County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionCentral Texas
County SeatWaco
Named AfterNeil McLennan, early Texas settler
Established1850
Organized1850
Coordinates31.5493° N, 97.1467° W
Total Area1,060 sq mi
Land Area1,037 sq mi
Water Area23 sq mi
Population (2020)260,579
Population RankLarge, urban county in Central Texas
Major CityWaco
Main IndustriesEducation, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Retail, Tourism
Major AirportWaco Regional Airport (ACT)
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForBaylor University, Magnolia Market, Cameron Park, Dr Pepper history
Websitehttps://www.co.mclennan.tx.us

Top Attractions in McLennan County, Texas

  • Magnolia Market at the Silos – Shopping, lawn space, and bakery.
  • Cameron Park Zoo – Family-friendly zoo with diverse animals.
  • Dr Pepper Museum – History of the famous soft drink.
  • Waco Mammoth National Monument – Ice Age mammoth fossil site.
  • Baylor University Campus – Scenic grounds and attractions.
  • Texas Ranger Hall of Fame – Museum about Texas Rangers history.
  • Cameron Park – Bluffs, trails, and river views.
  • Lake Waco – Fishing, boating, and lake recreation.
  • Hawaiian Falls Waco – Seasonal waterpark for families.
  • Waco Downtown Cultural District – Shops, dining, and arts venues.

Cities and Towns in McLennan County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Waco (county seat)City13848631.5493°N, 97.1467°W
BellmeadCity1038131.5941°N, 97.1080°W
HewittCity1666431.4624°N, 97.1958°W
RobinsonCity1239031.4674°N, 97.1147°W
WoodwayCity911231.5057°N, 97.2058°W
McGregorCity498731.4432°N, 97.4097°W
Lacy LakeviewCity672731.6296°N, 97.1025°W
WestCity280731.8021°N, 97.0928°W
LorenaCity178531.4135°N, 97.1336°W
MartCity194131.5427°N, 96.8333°W
MoodyCity137431.3088°N, 97.3611°W
China SpringCensus Designated Place (CDP)128131.6538°N, 97.3158°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in McLennan County

  • Interstate 35 - major north-south interstate connecting Dallas-Fort Worth and Austin through Waco
  • U.S. Highway 77 - serves eastern portions of the county and parallels Interstate 35
  • U.S. Highway 84 - major east-west corridor through Waco
  • Texas State Highway 6 - regional route connecting Waco with College Station and the Texas Gulf Coast
  • Texas State Highway 31 - east-west highway linking Waco with Tyler and Central Texas communities
  • Texas State Highway 7 - serves southeastern portions of the county
  • Texas State Highway 164 and State Highway 317 - connect rural communities throughout the county
  • Loop 340 - outer loop around the Waco metropolitan area

What are Neighboring Counties of McLennan County

  • Hill County (north)
  • Limestone County (east)
  • Falls County (southeast)
  • Bell County (south)
  • Coryell County (southwest)
  • Bosque County (northwest)

Distance from McLennan County to Nearby Cities

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Bellmead53
Hewitt117
Robinson106
Woodway117
McGregor3321
West3019
Temple (Bell County)5836
Killeen (Bell County)7245
Corsicana (Navarro County)8955
Bryan (Brazos County)13886
Austin (Travis County)165103
Fort Worth (Tarrant County)14389
Dallas (Dallas County)15798
College Station (Brazos County)14590
Houston (Harris County)297185

Waterbodies in McLennan County

Brazos River, Bosque River, Lake Waco, Aquilla Lake, North Bosque River, Middle Bosque River, South Bosque River, Hog Creek, Tehuacana Creek, Harris Creek, wetlands, flood-control reservoirs, stock ponds, groundwater recharge areas, and seasonal streams

Best Golf Courses in McLennan County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Cottonwood Creek Golf CourseWaco31.5125°N, 97.2420°W
Ridgewood Country ClubWaco31.5638°N, 97.1966°W
Twin Rivers Golf ClubWaco31.6172°N, 97.1817°W
Bear Ridge Golf ClubWaco31.4484°N, 97.2276°W

Colleges and Universities in McLennan County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Baylor UniversityPrivateUniversityMajor nationally recognized research university in Waco
McLennan Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegePrimary community college serving McLennan County
Texas State Technical CollegePublicTechnical CollegeTechnical and workforce training programs
Tarleton State University - WacoPublicUniversityUpper-level and graduate degree programs

References

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