Population153,613 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
Lakeside Days and North Texas Crossroads
Grayson County, TexasGrayson County connects Sherman and Denison with the Red River border country and Lake Texoma. Sherman serves as the county seat and largest city, while the wider area belongs to the Texoma region. Eisenhower State Park offers one way to experience the lakeside landscape. Visitors can combine time in the county’s communities with an outdoor stop, using the relevant city, county and park sources to plan each part of the journey.
Grayson County at a Glance
Population153,613 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
County SeatSherman
Largest CitySherman
Established1846
ZIP Codes19
Total Area979 sq mi (2,540 km 2 )
Major RoutesU.S. Highway 69 U.S. Highway 75 U.S. Highway 82 U.S. Highway 377 State Highway 5 State Highway 11 State Highway 56 State Highway 91 State Highway 160 State Highway 289 Spur 129 Spur 316 Spur 381 Spur 503
Area Code430 / 903 / 940
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Grayson County
Grayson County was established in 1846 from part of Fannin County, with Sherman designated as the county seat. It was named for Peter Wagener Grayson, an attorney general of the Republic of Texas. Earlier trading posts along the Red River had already made the area a place of exchange and travel. Those routes and river connections provide context for the county’s later communities and its continuing identity as part of the region known as Texoma.
Eisenhower State Park provides a lakeside destination near Denison, with official trail maps available to help plan an outing. Check current park alerts and reservation details before setting out. Sherman and Denison offer separate community starting points, so group stops geographically rather than assuming the entire county can be explored from a single downtown base. Lake Texoma also extends beyond this county, making the exact park or access point essential when checking directions.
What Shapes Us
Sherman and Denison
Sherman is the county seat, while Denison is another major local center. Together they provide useful reference points for exploring the county and its surroundings.
Lake Texoma
Eisenhower State Park offers access to the lakeside landscape. Consult the park’s own maps and current visitor information when choosing trails and planning an outing.
Red River Connections
The county’s position on the Oklahoma border places it within Texoma. Historic river crossings and trading places help explain the region’s long connections across boundaries.
River country and lakeside places connect neighboring North Texas communities.
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Grayson County
Our County. Our Stories.
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News & resources for Grayson County
Local reporting when available, plus statewide Texas news and official resources.
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County Resources
Useful connections for everyday life
Find public information and services through the county and relevant service providers.
Government
County & local resources
Elections
Official voter, election and polling-place information.
Commissioner Precinct 1
Commissioners court information, meetings and county business.
Commissioner Precinct 2
Commissioners court information, meetings and county business.
Commissioner Precinct 3
Commissioners court information, meetings and county business.
Commissioner Precinct 4
Commissioners court information, meetings and county business.
Commissioners Live Stream
Commissioners court information, meetings and county business.
Food, housing & family support
North Texas Food Bank — food assistance
Regional food-bank network serving Grayson County. Find a nearby pantry or distribution and confirm its schedule before visiting.
North Texas Food Bank — food assistance — details and contacts
2-1-1 Texas — local assistance
Search community assistance by location and type of need, including food, housing and family support.
Texas HHS — local family support
Search family-support programs and local services for parents and caregivers.
Schools
County & local resources
Collinsville ISD
School and district information, contacts and educational resources.
Van Alstyne ISD
School and district information, contacts and educational resources.
Whitesboro ISD
School and district information, contacts and educational resources.
Whitewright ISD
School and district information, contacts and educational resources.
Child care & learning
Texas Child Care Connection — scholarships
Review child-care scholarship information and the application process for families who need care while working or attending education or training.
Texas Child Care Connection — scholarships — details and contacts
Grayson County — AgriLife Extension
Find county Extension contacts, local educational programs and 4-H information.
Hospitals
County & local resources
Baylor Scott And White Surgical Hospital At Sherma — Acute Care Hospitals
Health services and information about finding local assistance.
Texoma Medical Center — Acute Care Hospitals
Health services and information about finding local assistance.
Wilson N Jones Regional Medical Center — Acute Care Hospitals
Health services and information about finding local assistance.
Carrus Behavioral Hospital — Psychiatric
Health services and information about finding local assistance.
Health, aging & caregiver support
Texas WIC — office locator
Find a nearby WIC office and contact it about appointments, nutrition support and eligibility.
Aging and Disability Resource Centers
Find the regional center that helps older adults, people with disabilities and caregivers explore services and support.
Aging and Disability Resource Centers — details and contacts
Local mental and behavioral health authorities
Use the Texas HHS directory to find the authority serving your county and its contact information.
Local mental and behavioral health authorities — details and contacts
Public Safety
County & local resources
Emergency Services
For an immediate emergency, call 911. These links provide emergency planning, coordination and recovery information.
County & local resources
Texas Division of Emergency Management — Region 2 serving Grayson County
Emergency preparedness, local alerts and response information.
Prepare before an emergency
Texas Ready — emergency planning materials
Download emergency plans, supply checklists and preparedness materials in English and Spanish.
Texas Ready — emergency planning materials — details and contacts
State Parks
The operator explicitly identifies Buck Creek in Grayson County. Other park units are in other counties; choose the intended unit before travelling.
County & local resources
Ray Roberts Lake State Park — Buck Creek unit in Grayson County
Park locations, visitor information and current access details.
Trails
Texas resources
Eisenhower State Park — Trails information
Outdoor recreation, routes and visitor planning information.
Utilities
Water utilities listed for the county. Confirm the provider for your specific address; service territories vary within county lines.
County & local resources
Help with household costs
Help for Texans — housing and utility assistance
Find local providers for utility bills, housing, weatherization and accessibility repairs. Providers handle applications; availability and eligibility vary.
Help for Texans — housing and utility assistance — details and contacts
Libraries
County & local resources
Accessible reading & library services
Texas Talking Book Program
Learn about accessible library services for qualifying Texans with visual, physical or reading disabilities.
Courts
Use the named county court links or search the official Texas courts directory by county and court name. Confirm the hearing or filing location directly; a regional court may serve more than one county.
County & local resources
Grayson County — County Court (County Constitutional Court)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Grayson County — 15th District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Grayson County — 397th District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Grayson County — 59th District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Grayson County — County Court at Law No. 1 (County Court at Law)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Grayson County — County Court at Law No. 2 (County Court at Law)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Grayson County — Precinct 1 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Grayson County — Precinct 2 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Grayson County — Precinct 3 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Grayson County — Precinct 4 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Find legal assistance
TexasLawHelp — legal help directory
Search legal-aid organizations by counties covered and area of legal help. Each organization determines service availability and eligibility.
DMV
For local vehicle titles and registration, start with the county tax office. Texas DPS handles driver licenses.
County & local resources
Grayson County Tax Office
Tax office information, payments and available services.
Texas resources
Buying or selling a vehicle
Vehicle registration, licensing and office information.
Apply for a Texas driver license
Vehicle registration, licensing and office information.
Driver license appointments
Vehicle registration, licensing and office information.
Transportation
These agencies or county departments serve local transportation needs. Check routes, service boundaries, eligibility and advance booking with the provider.
County & local resources
Sherman -Sherman/Denison/Howe (TAPS)
Transportation services, routes and travel information.
Postal Services
Local postal facilities listed in USPS property records. Confirm retail hours, available services and temporary closures with USPS before visiting.
County & local resources
Southmayd Post Office — Mpo/Modular Bldg
Postal locations, mailing services and address information.
National resources
USPS — confirm local hours and services
Postal locations, mailing services and address information.
Veterans
County & local resources
Veterans Services
Veterans services, benefits information and support resources.
Grayson County veterans service contact — (903) 813-4254
Veterans services, benefits information and support resources.
Employment
County & local resources
Employment Opportunities
Employment opportunities, job-search assistance and workforce services.
Job search & employment support
Workforce Solutions — find an office
Find nearby workforce offices for job-search, training and employer services.
Vocational rehabilitation — office lookup
Find a vocational rehabilitation office to discuss employment services for people with disabilities.
Vocational rehabilitation — office lookup — details and contacts
A little local knowledge goes a long way
Find practical information before you visit or make a move.
Helpful Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Start with the essentials, then follow the source links for more detail.
Sherman is the county seat of Grayson County, Texas.
The county overview lists Sherman as its largest community.
The total area is 979 sq mi (2,540 km 2 ), including land and water.
Use the Grayson County government website for county offices and public information.
Eisenhower State Park is a lakeside destination near Denison. Use the park guide for current alerts and reservations. Eisenhower State Park.
Texas Parks and Wildlife provides an interactive map for planning routes within Eisenhower State Park. Interactive trails map.
The county links residents to Grayson County — County Clerk. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
Use the official Grayson County — Commissioners Court. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
Office information is available through Grayson County — County Judge. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
Wheeler Barbecue is one option. Enjoy a local barbecue option.
Hey Sugar Candy Store is one option. Browse sweets.
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Find Something Fun
Make time for a local discoveryPlan your day around places and experiences in the county.
Kids’ Fun
- HeyDay Entertainment — Plan bowling, arcade or laser-tag activities.
- Urban Air Adventure Park — Check activity and admission options.
- Forest Park — Enjoy playground space; check seasonal splash-pad operation.
Restaurants
- Wheeler Barbecue — Enjoy a local barbecue option.
- Nick’s Family Restaurant — Plan a family restaurant meal.
- Girasoles Mexican Restaurant — Explore Mexican dining.
Shopping & Retail
- Hey Sugar Candy Store — Browse sweets.
- Pop Around the Corner — Explore a local treat shop.
- Monsters on Main — Browse handmade monster plushies.
Clothing & Boutiques
- Monarch Boutique — Explore clothing and accessories.
- Honey & Holley Boutique — Browse casual fashion.
- Salty Lime Boutique — Explore clothing and accessories.
Outdoor Fun
- Waterloo Lake Regional Park — Explore walking and biking trails.
- Texoma Health Foundation Park — Enjoy playgrounds and open space.
- Eisenhower State Park — Plan a lakeside outing; check park entry arrangements.
Free Things To Do
- Red River Railroad Museum — Explore rail history with free admission; donations welcomed.
- Downtown Denison public art — View outdoor murals and sculptures.
- Music on Main — Free seasonal concerts; check the current schedule.
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