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Jasper, Texas

Jasper is the seat of Jasper County, named for Sgt. William Jasper, hero of the American Revolution. The area terrain ranges from hilly to level with 85 percent forested by pines and hardwoods.

Jasper's historic town square features the courthouse, two bed & breakfasts, two art galleries, antique shops, and the old county jail where the county archives are housed. Sandy Creek Park, downtown, features children's playground equipment, fishing ponds, and a pavilion. A state fish hatchery is open for public viewing Monday through Friday.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Things to do near Jasper, TX

Wonderland of Lights

Held annually Thanksgiving - New Year's Day features millions of tiny white lights. This is one of the largest concerted holi...

Jones State Forest

A 1,725 acres pine and hardwood forest. Five miles southwest via I-45 and F.M. 1488. Birdwatcher's haven with more than 150 s...

Oak Grove Cemetery

Graves date from 1837. Several interesting monuments; four signers of Texas Declaration of Independence, including Thomas J. ...

Panola County Historical Jail Museum

Historical building; La Grone Family History Center; genealogical library, history of law enforcement in east Texas. N. Shelb...

Jefferson Hotel

A cotton warehouse in 1861, converted to hotel 1900, restored as country inn and restaurant. Turn-of-the-century iron beds, V...