Rains County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Rains County, Texas

Map of Rains County, Texas

Rains County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Emory. As per 2020 census, the population of Rains County is 12509 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 259 sq mi (671 km2). Rains County was established on 1870.

Facts about Rains County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionNortheast Texas / Lake Country
County SeatEmory
Named AfterEmory Rains, Texas legislator and jurist
Established1870
Organized1870
Coordinates32.8730° N, 95.8060° W
Total Area259 sq mi
Land Area229 sq mi
Water Area30 sq mi
Population (2020)12,164
Population RankSmall rural county in Northeast Texas
Major CityEmory
Main IndustriesAgriculture, Tourism, Retail, Small Manufacturing
Major AirportEmory Municipal Airport (local)
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForLake Fork Reservoir, Lake Tawakoni, Fishing tourism
Websitehttps://www.co.rains.tx.us

Top Attractions in Rains County, Texas

  • Lake Fork Reservoir – Famous bass fishing and boating.
  • Downtown Emory Square – Shops, cafés, and small-town charm.
  • Rains County Courthouse – Historic courthouse in Emory.
  • Rains County Public Library – Community hub with local programs.
  • Rubber Duckie Inn Area – Lakefront relaxation and lodging.
  • Alba Downtown District – Antique shops and local history.
  • Blue Heron Landing – Marina access and lake views.
  • Local Farm & Pasture Drives – Scenic rural countryside.
  • Emory City Park – Green space with playgrounds and events.
  • Lake Tawakoni (nearby access) – Fishing and outdoor recreation.

Cities & Towns in Rains County, Texas

Emory, Point, East Tawakoni, Alba, Pecan Gap (partly), Mineola (partly), East Rains, Cherokee, Rainsville