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Harrison County

Harrison County is located in Northeast Texas along the Louisiana border, with the Sabine River forming part of its southern border. The Congress of the Republic of Texas officially established the county in 1839, and it was named for Jonas Harrison, a lawyer and Texas revolutionary. Marshall serves as the county seat.
 
One of Harrison’s most popular attractions is the mysterious Caddo Lake, a beautiful lake with tall cypress trees and hanging Spanish moss and a long history including Caddo Indians, pirates, and outlaws. Today, locals and visitors enjoy the area’s camping, lake tours, and fishing. Local festivals, including the Fireant Festival and Stagecoach Days in Marshall, draw many visitors from all over. In addition to Marshall, cities within Harrison County include Hallsville, Harleton, Karnack, Uncertain, and Waskom. For more information on Harrison County, visit http://www.co.harrison.tx.us/.