Harris County, Administrative division in Texas, United States.
Harris County covers 1,780 square miles of southeastern Texas land, containing Houston and numerous suburban communities across its territory.
The Texas Congress established Harrisburg County in 1836, naming it after John Richardson Harris who founded Harrisburg on Buffalo Bayou in 1826.
The county population includes substantial Hispanic, White, Black, and Asian communities, creating a varied mix of cultural traditions and celebrations.
The Harris County Commissioners Court system manages public services through multiple departments, offering residents access to health care and transportation resources.
With over 4.8 million residents, Harris County ranks as the third most populated county in the United States and contains the fourth largest city.
Location: Georgia
Inception: December 14, 1827
Capital city: Hamilton
Shares border with: Troup County, Muscogee County, Meriwether County, Talbot County, Lee County, Chambers County
Website: http://harriscountyga.gov
GPS coordinates: 32.74000,-84.91000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:52
Little White House
26.1 km
Callaway Gardens
12.9 km
Warm Springs Historic District
26.2 km
F. D. Roosevelt State Park
14 km
Wild Animal Safari, Pine Mountain
18.2 km
Aflac Building
30.7 km
John A. Sibley Horticultural Center
10.1 km
Linwood Cemetery
30 km
Mott House
30.8 km
Cecil B. Day Butterfly Center
11.5 km
St. Elmo
28.4 km
Columbus Historic Riverfront Industrial District
29.8 km
Langdale Historic District
25.6 km
Riverview Historic District
22.7 km
Dinglewood House
30.8 km
Rankin House
30.7 km
Hilton
30 km
Harris County Courthouse
3.9 km
Fairfax Historic District
26 km
Sunnyside School-Midway Baptist Church and Midway Cemetery Historic District
11.3 km
Shawmut Historic District
27.9 km
Secondary Industrial School
28.6 km
Bullard-Hart House
30.6 km
Floyd-Newsome House
30 km
Hawkes Children's Library of West Point
29.6 km
Discovery Amphitheater
10.9 km
Psalmond Road Water Park
22.6 km
Bradley Theatre
31.1 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes