Zavala County

Zavala County is an administrative division in southern Texas with Crystal City serving as the county seat and governmental center. The region encompasses multiple towns and communities spread across its territory.

The county was named in honor of Lorenzo de Zavala, the first vice president of the Republic of Texas, and became an important agricultural center in the region. Its development shaped the economic landscape of South Texas over time.

The Tortuga Flat Site contains archaeological remains from Pacuache Native Americans who inhabited the area during the 15th and 16th centuries.

Government services and county offices are centered in Crystal City where most administrative functions take place. Visitors should plan to navigate between towns using local roads and develop a sense of the region's layout.

The region pioneered commercial flax cultivation and later became known for spinach production, establishing agricultural traditions that shaped the area. These farming roots remain visible in how the land is used and what communities value.

GPS coordinates: 28.83666,-99.76763

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:24