Palo Pinto County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Palo Pinto County, Texas

Map of Palo Pinto County, Texas

Palo Pinto County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Palo Pinto. As per 2020 census, the population of Palo Pinto County is 28686 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 953 sq mi (2,468 km2). Palo Pinto County was established on 1856.

Facts about Palo Pinto County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionNorth-Central Texas / Western Cross Timbers
County SeatPalo Pinto
Named AfterPalo Pinto Creek (Spanish for “painted stick” or “spotted timber”)
Established1856
Organized1857
Coordinates32.7680° N, 98.3100° W
Total Area986 sq mi
Land Area953 sq mi
Water Area33 sq mi
Population (2020)28,409
Population RankMid-sized rural county in North-Central Texas
Major CityMineral Wells
Main IndustriesTourism, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Energy, Agriculture
Major AirportMineral Wells Regional Airport
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForMineral Wells State Park, Crazy Water mineral springs, Possum Kingdom Lake
Websitehttps://www.co.palopinto.tx.us

Top Attractions in Palo Pinto County, Texas

  • Possum Kingdom Lake – Boating, fishing, and scenic cliffs.
  • Possum Kingdom State Park – Camping, trails, and lake access.
  • Historic Downtown Mineral Wells – Shops, cafés, and vintage charm.
  • Famous Mineral Water Company – Historic mineral water legacy.
  • Baker Hotel (exterior view) – Iconic 1920s hotel landmark.
  • Lake Mineral Wells State Park – Rock climbing, trails, and lake fun.
  • Palo Pinto County Courthouse – Historic courthouse and square.
  • Clark Gardens – Beautiful botanical gardens and ponds.
  • West City Park (Mineral Wells) – Green space and family recreation.
  • Brazos River Areas – Scenic river views and outdoor spots.

Cities & Towns in Palo Pinto County, Texas

Palo Pinto, Mineral Wells (partly), Graford, Strawn, Mingus, Santo, Gordon, New Salem, Poolville, Brazos, Brazos Bend