
San Augustine County is one of many places to visit in deep East Texas. Several interesting communities are found on the recently designated National Historic Trail, El Camino Real. These communities include the Visit Partner Counties: Houston, Sabine, and Shelby.
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| Houston County Crockett, Texas is the county seat of Houston County, the oldest county in the Republic of Texas. Here you will find a National Forest, Architectural District, Blues Quarters, Old Town Antiques, Festivals, Fiddlers, Fishing and Fun in the Paradise in the Pines. Visit the Crockett Area Chamber. |
Sabine County Hemphill is the county seat of Sabine County. Be sure to visit the Gaines-Oliphant House, ca. 1820, located at Pendleton Harbor, recognized by the Texas Historical Commission as the oldest standing log structure in Texas. Stay awhile to find out why Sabine County is often called the fishing capital of the world. Visit Sabine County. |
| Shelby County Center, Texas is the county seat of Shelby County. Center was founded in 1866 and Shelby County, rich in history, is one of the original counties in the Republic of Texas. The Shelby County Courthouse is listed in the National Register of Historic Buildings. Visit Shelby County. |

