County Guide

Harrison County

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Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

Karnack

Karnack lies just off Texas 43 in Harrison County, adjacent to Caddo Lake State Park. The town was probably named for the ancient city of Karnak, Egypt. There's a modern…

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Cities

Cities in Harrison County

Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Uncertain

The town, Uncertain evolved from fishing camps and resort operators around the scenic Caddo Lake…

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Take less, experience more.

What you carry matters less than what you notice.

Waskom

Established in 1850, Waskom was originally known as Powellton. The name changed to Waskom Station…

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Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

Marshall

Settled in 1839, Marshall became the seat of Harrison County in 1842. When Texas seceded…

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Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

Hallsville

Hallsville is in central western Harrison County and originated in 1839 when Fort Crawford was…

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Events

Upcoming Events

Sep
4–6
The Gum Springs Heritage Festival & Civil War Re-enactment
Hallsville