San Augustine County, County administration center in San Augustine, Texas, United States.
Description
San Augustine County is a rural administrative division in East Texas with woodland areas and small communities spread across the region. Multiple highways pass through the county, connecting local towns and surrounding areas with neighboring counties.
History
The area was established as a county in 1837, named after a Spanish military outpost from the early 1800s. Settlement around this historic location eventually became the seat of government for the region.
Culture
The population reflects a mix of communities, with 66 percent White residents, 22 percent Black residents, and 8 percent Hispanic residents as of 2020.
Practical
The county is accessible via several major routes connecting the different towns and surrounding areas. Visitors should plan ahead since communities are spread out and the region has a rural character.
Did you know?
The county contains portions of two major national forests—Angelina and Sabine—offering forests and recreation areas for visitors to explore. A state historic site related to early Spanish settlement is also located within the county.
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Toledo Bend Reservoir
61.6 kmSam Rayburn Reservoir
38 km
Homer Bryce Stadium
51.3 km
South Toledo Bend State Park
61.3 km
Old Stone Fort Museum
51.7 km
North Toledo Bend State Park
45.2 km
Mission Dolores State Historic Site
15.3 km
Pines Theater
53 km
Lake Amanda
60.2 km
Sterne-Hoya House Museum and Library
50.5 km
William Garrett Plantation
15.8 km
Woodmen of the World Building
50.8 km
US 190 Bridge at the Neches River
60.6 km
Gaines–Oliphint House
40.5 km
Jasper County Courthouse
55.5 km
San Augustine County Courthouse and Jail
16 km
Ezekiel W. Cullen House
16 km
Tyler County Courthouse
72.9 km
Bowers-Felts House
54.5 km
Everitt-Cox House
53.4 km
Brookshire, Houston-Yeates House
52.6 km
Texas Forestry Museum
50.6 km
Old Shelby County Courthouse
44.3 km
Rio Theater
42.9 km
Redland Drive-In
51.7 km
Main Theater
50.7 km
Belle-Jim Hotel
55.5 km
Cade Building
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