Walker County Map, Texas
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Walker County, Texas
Walker County is in the Piney Woods of East Texas, about an hour north of Houston. Walker County is beautiful. Lakes, forests, state parks. It’s an outdoor lover’s paradise. Sam Houston National Forest occupies the southeast corner.
Huntsville, the county seat, is home to Sam Houston State University. And yes, there’s a giant Sam Houston statue to greet you. The Texas Department of Criminal Justice is a major employer here.
But don’t let that fool you. The people are friendly and down-to-earth. Small town charm meets college town energy. History is alive here. You can feel it in Walker County.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Walker County |
| County Seat | Huntsville |
| Population | Approximately 85,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Huntsville, Riverside, New Waverly, Willis |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 45, U.S. Highway 190 |
| FIPS Code | 48-471 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 799 square miles (798 sq mi land, 1 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Houston County (North), Trinity County (Northeast), San Jacinto County (East), Montgomery County (South), Grimes County (West), Madison County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| State | Texas |
| Coordinates | 30°43’N, 95°33’W |
| Etymology | Named after Robert J. Walker and Samuel Hamilton Walker |
| Major Landmarks | Sam Houston State University, Huntsville State Park |
| Website | Walker County Website |
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