Hood County Map, Texas
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Hood County, Texas
Hood County sits about 35 miles southwest of Fort Worth in North Central Texas. It’s named after John Bell Hood, a Confederate general.
Lake Granbury, a man-made reservoir on the Brazos River, brings in lots of locals and tourists. Granbury, the county seat, has a fun historic square.
The county has a mix of rural and suburban areas. Pecan orchards are all over the landscape. Hood County is where Friday night football still matters.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Hood County |
| County Seat | Granbury |
| Population | Approximately 70,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Granbury, Cresson, Tolar |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 377, State Highway 144, State Highway 171 |
| FIPS Code | 48-221 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 437 square miles (421 sq mi land, 16 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Parker County (North), Johnson County (East), Somervell County (South), Erath County (West), Palo Pinto County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| State | Texas |
| Coordinates | 32°26’N, 97°49’W |
| Etymology | Named after John Bell Hood, a Confederate general during the American Civil War |
| Major Landmarks | Granbury Historic Square, Lake Granbury, Granbury Opera House |
| Website | Hood County Website |
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