Colorado County Map, Texas

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Colorado County, Texas

Colorado County, Texas sits between Houston and San Antonio, in the coastal plains. This place is steeped in Texas history. Ever heard of the Texas Independence Trail? It runs right through Colorado County.
The county was one of the first settled by Anglo-Americans in Texas. Columbus, the county seat, has some beautiful old buildings. Ranching is still big here. But it’s not all cows and oil wells.
The Colorado River is a big draw for fishing and kayaking. Bald eagles nest here in the winter. It’s where old Texas meets new. The locals are proud of their heritage. And they’ll tell you all about it if you ask.
Category | Details |
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County Name | Colorado County |
County Seat | Columbus |
Population | Approximately 22,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | Columbus, Eagle Lake, Weimar, Rock Island, Garwood |
Interstates and Highways | Interstate 10, U.S. Highway 90, State Highway 71 |
FIPS Code | 48-089 |
Total Area (Land and Water) | 974 square miles (960 sq mi land, 14 sq mi water) |
Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Austin County (Northeast), Wharton County (Southeast), Jackson County (South), Lavaca County (Southwest), Fayette County (Northwest) |
Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
State | Texas |
Coordinates | 29°37’N, 96°32’W |
Etymology | Named after the Colorado River, which flows through the county |
Major Landmarks | Stephen F. Austin State Park, Columbus Historical District, Attwater Prairie Chicken National Wildlife Refuge |
Website | Colorado County Website |
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