Nacogdoches County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Nacogdoches County, Texas

Map of Nacogdoches County, Texas

Nacogdoches County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Nacogdoches. As per 2020 census, the population of Nacogdoches County is 64668 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 947 sq mi (2,453 km2). Nacogdoches County was established on 1836.

Facts about Nacogdoches County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionEast Texas / Piney Woods
County SeatNacogdoches
Named AfterNacogdoche, a Caddo tribe
Established1826 (Mexican municipality), 1837 (as Texas county)
Organized1837
Coordinates31.6185° N, 94.6200° W
Total Area983 sq mi
Land Area947 sq mi
Water Area36 sq mi
Population (2020)64,653
Population RankModerately populated East Texas county
Major CityNacogdoches
Main IndustriesEducation, Forestry, Agriculture, Retail, Manufacturing
Major AirportA.L. Mangham Jr. Regional Airport (local)
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForStephen F. Austin State University, Historic downtown, Oldest town in Texas
Websitehttps://www.co.nacogdoches.tx.us

Top Attractions in Nacogdoches County, Texas

  • SFA Mast Arboretum – Botanical gardens and walking paths.
  • Ruby M. Mize Azalea Garden – Large azalea collection and scenic trails.
  • Downtown Nacogdoches – Shops, dining, and historic charm.
  • Sterne–Hoya House Museum – Historic home and local history.
  • Nacogdoches Railroad Depot – Restored depot with exhibits.
  • Old University Building – Texas’ oldest educational building.
  • Lanana Creek Trail – Wooded walking and biking path.
  • Millard’s Crossing Historic Village – Restored pioneer buildings.
  • Lake Nacogdoches – Fishing, boating, and lakeside recreation.
  • SFA Planetarium – Educational astronomy shows.

Cities and Towns in Nacogdoches County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Nacogdoches (county seat)City3222331.6035°N, 94.6555°W
GarrisonCity89531.8252°N, 94.4855°W
CushingCity57831.8174°N, 94.8394°W
ChirenoCity38631.5032°N, 94.3455°W
ApplebyCensus Designated Place (CDP)47431.7604°N, 94.7258°W
SaculUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.8221°N, 94.9280°W
WodenUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.5285°N, 94.7838°W
RedfieldUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.6577°N, 94.7269°W
DouglassUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.6507°N, 94.7708°W
EtoileUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.3825°N, 94.4274°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Nacogdoches County

  • U.S. Highway 59 (future Interstate 69) - major north-south corridor through Nacogdoches
  • U.S. Highway 259 - connects Nacogdoches with Longview and East Texas communities
  • U.S. Highway 84 - major east-west route crossing the county
  • Texas State Highway 7 - links Nacogdoches with Center and Crockett
  • Texas State Highway 21 - historic route connecting Nacogdoches with Austin and Louisiana
  • Loop 224 - serves as a bypass around Nacogdoches
  • Farm to Market roads connecting rural communities, forests, and agricultural areas

What are Neighboring Counties of Nacogdoches County

  • Rusk County (north)
  • Shelby County (east)
  • San Augustine County (southeast)
  • Angelina County (south)
  • Cherokee County (west)
  • Houston County (southwest)

Distance from Nacogdoches County to Nearby Cities

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Garrison2516
Cushing2012
Chireno2616
Lufkin (Angelina County)3119
Center (Shelby County)5836
Henderson (Rusk County)6641
Jacksonville (Cherokee County)7245
Crockett (Houston County)8150
Longview (Gregg County)11672
Tyler (Smith County)12779
Shreveport, Louisiana14288
Beaumont (Jefferson County)203126
Dallas (Dallas County)274170
Houston (Harris County)226140
Austin (Travis County)410255

Waterbodies in Nacogdoches County

Lake Nacogdoches, Sam Rayburn Reservoir (partly nearby), Angelina River, Attoyac Bayou, Lanana Creek, Bayou Loco, Banita Creek, Carrizo Creek, Alazan Bayou, wetlands, forest streams, farm ponds, reservoirs, groundwater recharge areas, and seasonal waterways

Best Golf Courses in Nacogdoches County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Piney Woods Country ClubNacogdoches31.6241°N, 94.6773°W
Wood Hollow Golf ClubNacogdoches31.6438°N, 94.6429°W
Lanana Creek Golf ClubNacogdoches31.5897°N, 94.6805°W
Crown Colony Country ClubLufkin31.2789°N, 94.7271°W

Colleges and Universities in Nacogdoches County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Stephen F. Austin State UniversityPublicUniversityMajor public university and the largest higher education institution in the county
Angelina College - Nacogdoches CenterPublicCommunity CollegeCommunity college programs and workforce education
SFA Charter SchoolPublicUniversity AffiliatedEducational programs associated with Stephen F. Austin State University
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Nacogdoches CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural, forestry, and community education programs

References

  1. Official Nacogdoches County Website
  2. U.S. Census Bureau - Nacogdoches County QuickFacts
  3. Texas State Historical Association - Nacogdoches County
  4. Texas Almanac - Nacogdoches County
  5. Stephen F. Austin State University