The Upshur County Texas map covers Gilmer, Big Sandy, Ore City, East Mountain, Lake O’ the Pines, pine forest, rolling hills, farms, ranches, and rural communities.
The U.S. Census Bureau estimated 44,410 residents on July 1, 2025. Gilmer is the county seat and principal service center.
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County Overview
Upshur County lies in the East Texas Piney Woods. Gilmer is central, Big Sandy is southwest, Ore City is northeast, and East Mountain is southeast.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| County Seat | Gilmer |
| 2025 Population | 44,410 |
| Major Cities | Gilmer, Big Sandy, Ore City, East Mountain |
| Natural Features | Lake O’ the Pines, Big Cypress Creek watershed, Piney Woods |
| Adjacent Counties | Camp, Morris, Marion, Harrison, Gregg, Smith, Wood |
Map Coverage
This Upshur County Texas map focuses on the county boundary, neighboring counties, selected communities, Lake O’ the Pines, streams, and forest areas.
It is not a road atlas, flood map, lake-depth chart, forest-road map, or parcel survey.
Gilmer and County Government
Gilmer contains the courthouse, county offices, schools, healthcare, and local commerce. U.S. Route 271 and State Highway 154 connect the city with surrounding areas.
Big Sandy and Southwestern Upshur County
Big Sandy is a railroad and transportation community surrounded by forest, ranches, farms, and low-density housing.
Ore City and Lake O’ the Pines
Ore City lies near Lake O’ the Pines. Fishing, boating, shoreline parks, and rural tourism influence the area.
Piney Woods and Forestry
Pine forest, timberland, ranches, farms, and rural housing cover much of the county.
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Outline Map
Download the Upshur County Maps
The Upshur County Texas map download contains three A3 JPG versions. Current official records should be used for legal, traffic, flood, lake recreation, forestry, and property decisions.
County Map File Information
This download includes color, black-and-white, and outline maps.
- Included Versions: Color, Black and White, Outline
- File Type: JPG
- Page Size: A3
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the county seat of Upshur County?
Gilmer is the county seat.
Which cities are the main population centers?
Gilmer, Big Sandy, Ore City, and East Mountain are major cities.
Which natural features are best known?
Lake O’ the Pines, the Big Cypress Creek watershed, and Piney Woods are major features.
References
U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts, Upshur County’s official website, and Texas Parks and Wildlife were consulted.
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