Aransas County

Aransas County is an administrative division on the Texas Gulf Coast featuring coastal marshes, estuaries, and waterfront areas along the Gulf of Mexico. The territory encompasses several bays and natural habitats that define its landscape.

The area was established in 1871 by the Texas Legislature, separated from parts of Refugio County, with Rockport designated as the administrative center. This creation marked the development of the coastal region as a separate administrative entity.

The Rockport-Fulton Market Days bring together local artisans, merchants, and residents to showcase regional products and maintain community connections.

The region has good infrastructure with local schools and colleges offering educational facilities for visitors and residents. Travelers should note that the extensive water bodies and bays provide excellent conditions for water activities and wildlife viewing.

More than half of the county territory consists of water bodies, including portions of Copano Bay, St. Charles Bay, and Aransas Bay. These water masses make it an exceptional coastal region with an intense connection to the sea.

Location: Texas

Inception: 1871

Capital city: Rockport

Shares border with: Calhoun County, Nueces County, San Patricio County, Refugio County

Website: http://aransascountytx.gov/main

GPS coordinates: 28.10000,-96.99000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:08