City Guide

Center

Founded in 1866 and named for its central location in Shelby County, Center’s economy is based on sawmills, plywood mills, timber, poultry, cattle, and processing of farm products.

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Go where you feel alive.

Pay attention to the places that pull you in without explanation.

Sabine National Forest

Nearest entrance 11 miles SE on Texas 87.

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Attractions

Things to Do in Center

Stay a little longer.

Rushing through a place rarely does it justice.

Center Country Club

Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes

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Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

Scenic Drives

Many Forest Service Roads in Sabine National Forest offer exceptional scenery. One excellent route is…

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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

Shelby County Museum

Shelby County, one of the original counties in the Republic of Texas, is rich in…

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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

Shelby County Courthouse

Erected more than 100 years ago, the picturesque 19th-century courthouse, with turrets and towers, is…

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Nearby Lakes & Parks

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