Hall County

Hall County is an administrative division in southeastern Texas Panhandle containing several small towns including Memphis and Turkey connected by regional highways. The terrain is generally flat to gently rolling and primarily used for farming and ranching.

The area was established as a county in 1876 and named after Warren D. C. Hall, a figure from the early Texas Republic. Settlement and development accelerated during the late 1800s as ranching and farming became the economic foundation.

Small towns throughout the county maintain their rural character and deep ties to farming and cattle ranching. Life here centers on agricultural traditions that have shaped the region for generations.

Memphis serves as the county seat and lies along U.S. Route 287, roughly 90 miles southeast of Amarillo. The area is accessible by car and offers basic services, so plan accordingly for a rural setting.

The JA Ranch, founded by ranching pioneer Charles Goodnight, extended into this county and connected it to major cattle operations of the era. This historic property represents the period when large-scale ranching shaped both the economy and identity of the region.

Location: Texas

Inception: 1890

Capital city: Memphis

Shares border with: Cottle County, Donley County, Collingsworth County, Childress County, Motley County, Briscoe County

Website: http://hallcountytexas.com

GPS coordinates: 34.52000,-100.69000

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:55