Walker County, Administrative division in Texas, United States
Walker County is an administrative region in southeast Texas, approximately 70 miles (113 km) north of Houston, with Huntsville serving as the county seat. The area is characterized by extensive forests, several lakes, and river systems that define its landscape.
The county was established in 1846 and named after William Walker, an influential soldier and politician during the Republic of Texas era. Its creation reflected the state's expansion into sparsely settled eastern territories.
Sam Houston State University shapes daily life in Huntsville through its students and year-round events that give the town an academic atmosphere. The presence of the campus makes the area feel energetic and connected to education.
The Walker County Clerk's Office in Huntsville processes official documents including marriage licenses, birth certificates, death records, and estate matters. Visitors should inquire about document availability and hours before making a trip.
The Texas Prison Museum documents the evolution of criminal justice through exhibits that tell often-overlooked stories of inmates and guards. The collection provides insight into how the prison system changed over decades.
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A Tribute to Courage
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Huntsville State Park
14.2 km
Bowers Stadium
4 km
Steamboat House
3 km
Texas Prison Museum
1.4 km
Don Sanders Stadium
4.1 km
Woodland
3.3 kmThe Dreamers
2 km
State Highway 19 Bridge at Trinity River
21.1 km
Riverside Swinging Bridge
21.1 kmSam Houston Statue
8.5 kmSam Houston Statue Visitor Center
10.4 kmAustin Hall
3.3 kmJameson Lake
20.9 km
Sam Houston State Natural History Collections
2.3 km
Josey Boy Scout Lodge and Keeper's Cabin
3.8 kmRichard Haas Murals
2.6 kmAustin Hall
3.2 kmWyser Bluff
17.6 kmCamelia Lake
10.4 kmCincinnati Bluff
19.2 kmPeabody Library Building
3.3 km
Sam Houston Memorial Museum Complex
3.4 kmHuntsville-Walker County Museum
2.3 kmEastham-Thomason House
2.2 km
Josey Boy Scout Lodge
3.8 kmIndian Hill Lake
16.3 kmGarden Lake
25.3 km
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