Zapata County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Zapata County, Texas

Map of Zapata County, Texas

Zapata County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Zapata. As per 2020 census, the population of Zapata County is 13908 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 997 sq mi (2,582 km2). Zapata County was established on 1858.

Facts about Zapata County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionSouth Texas / Rio Grande Border Region
County SeatZapata
Named AfterAntonio Zapata, Mexican revolutionary
Established1858
Organized1880
Coordinates26.9990° N, 99.1680° W
Total Area998 sq mi
Land Area967 sq mi
Water Area31 sq mi
Population (2020)13,889
Population RankSmall-to-mid-sized county in South Texas
Major CityZapata
Main IndustriesAgriculture, Border Trade, Government Services, Tourism
Major AirportZapata County Airport (local)
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForFalcon Lake fishing, Rio Grande border culture, Outdoor recreation
Websitehttps://www.co.zapata.tx.us

Top Attractions in Zapata County, Texas

  • Falcon Lake State Park – Fishing, boating, and camping.
  • Falcon Reservoir – Bass fishing and water recreation.
  • Downtown Zapata – Shops, dining, and local charm.
  • Zapata County Courthouse – Historic courthouse landmark.
  • Zapata Museum – Local history and exhibits.
  • Falcon Heights Park – Lake views and picnic areas.
  • Los Corralitos Ranch Area – Scenic ranchland drives.
  • Rio Grande River Access – Fishing and riverside scenery.
  • Birdwatching Areas – South Texas bird species.
  • Desert Brush Country Drives – Open landscapes and wildlife.

Cities & Towns in Zapata County, Texas

Zapata, Laredo (partly), San Ygnacio, Falcon Lake Estates, El Cenizo, Rio Grande City (partly), Falcon Heights, Las Palmas, Escobares