Houston County, County in Tennessee, United States
Houston County is an administrative area in Tennessee with a landscape of farmland and natural spaces shaped by the Cumberland River. The terrain consists of gentle rolling land and open fields that form the basic character of the region.
The county was established in 1871 and named after Sam Houston, who founded Houston in Texas. This choice reflected the connections and respect for important figures of that era.
The county keeps strong farming roots alive through local markets and seasonal gatherings where producers sell directly from their harvests. This connection to the land remains visible in how the community works and organizes itself.
State routes 13, 46, and 49 connect the area with neighboring regions and make travel straightforward. The county seat of Erin offers central locations for services and information.
The area contains several waterways that offer fishing spots and water activities for visitors. These waters have shaped recreation and local life for generations.
Location: Tennessee
Inception: 1871
Capital city: Erin
Shares border with: Stewart County, Montgomery County, Dickson County, Humphreys County, Benton County
Website: http://houstoncochamber.com
GPS coordinates: 36.28000,-87.71000
Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:44
Fort Donelson
27.2 km
Winfield Dunn Center
42.6 km
Clement Railroad Hotel Museum
36.7 km
Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge
42.6 km
Customs House Museum and Cultural Center
41.7 km
Mt. Zion Church and Cemetery
31.5 km
William Thompson House
43.6 km
Emerald Hill
41.9 km
Tip Top
43.1 km
Bethlehem Methodist Church and Cemetery
43.8 km
Quarry Limekiln
4.1 km
Clarksville Methodist Church
42.1 km
V.R. Harris House
4.2 km
Dickson County War Memorial Building
36.7 km
First Presbyterian Church Manse
42 km
Madison Street Historic District
42.8 km
Forbes-Mabry House
42.3 km
Samuel Rexinger House
42.6 km
Johnson-Hach House
42.4 km
Alfred A. Robb House
42.4 km
Oak Top
42.9 km
Northington-Beach House
42 km
Eva Site
33.5 km
Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park
31.9 km
Lafayette Methodist Church
42.5 km
Tennessee River Freshwater Pearl Museum and Cabin Rentals
46.2 km
John T. Cunningham Memorial Bridge
38.7 km
Tennessee City
27.3 km
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