Cameron County

Cameron County is an administrative district in southern Texas that stretches from the Gulf of Mexico to the international border, with Brownsville as its administrative center. The landscape alternates between coastal plains, tropical vegetation, and agricultural land where citrus and cotton are grown.

The district was established in 1848 following the Mexican-American War and named after a soldier who took part in the Texas Revolution. Early settlers farmed the land along the Rio Grande and later developed trade routes between the United States and Mexico.

The area sits along the border with Mexico and offers visitors a chance to experience bilingual communities where Spanish and English are used in daily life. Local markets and restaurants showcase the Mexican-American cuisine and crafts of the region.

Visitors can access public offices at the Dancy Building in Brownsville for administrative matters. The territory is spread out and requires a vehicle to move between coastal towns and inland communities.

A private rocket launch facility in Boca Chica allows visitors to witness space activity from close range. The launches often draw spectators to nearby beaches, where they can see rocket engines during ascent.

Location: Texas

Inception: 1848

Capital city: Brownsville

Shares border with: Willacy County, Matamoros, Hidalgo County

Website: http://co.cameron.tx.us

GPS coordinates: 26.15000,-97.45000

Latest update: December 13, 2025 19:54