Population184,767 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
Garden Paths and Stories West of Fort Worth
Parker County, TexasParker County centers on Weatherford, its county seat and largest city, on the western side of the Dallas–Fort Worth region. Chandor Gardens provides a distinctive destination where art, landscape and the story of a former private home meet. Begin with Weatherford and a particular place you want to explore, then use the county’s communities and roads to shape a broader visit with enough time for each chosen stop.
Parker County at a Glance
Population184,767 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
County SeatWeatherford
Largest CityWeatherford
Established1855 (organized 1856)
ZIP Codes21
Total Area910 sq mi (2,400 km 2 )
Major RoutesI-20 I-30 US 180 US 377 FM 5 FM 51 FM 52 FM 113 SH 171 SH 199 Loop 182 Loop 344 Spur 312 FM 920
Area Code682 / 817 / 940
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Discover the County
Parker County
Parker County was created in 1855 and organized in 1856. It was named for Isaac Parker, the state legislator who introduced the bill establishing it. Weatherford became the county seat. A later local story is preserved at Chandor Gardens, where portrait artist Douglas Chandor and his wife Ina began their home and surrounding gardens in 1936. That personal creative project adds another layer to the county’s history, connecting a public visitor destination with the lives of the people who originally shaped it.
Chandor Gardens offers a landscaped setting in Weatherford, with visitor arrangements managed through the city. Check its current notices before choosing a date: event preparation can temporarily change ordinary access. The city also explains garden etiquette and the difference between outdoor visits, mansion access and arranged tours. A garden visit can complement time elsewhere in Weatherford, allowing the county seat to be explored through both its public spaces and a more intimate historic setting.
What Shapes Us
Weatherford
The county seat and largest city provides a starting point for local visits. Use city and county sources according to the particular service or destination.
Chandor Gardens
The gardens grew from the home of portrait artist Douglas Chandor and his wife Ina. Their story connects landscape design with a personal local history.
Plan Around Access
Garden access can change during special events and preparations. Check the city’s current notices, and distinguish ordinary outdoor visits from mansion openings or arranged tours.
Historic places and garden landscapes invite time to look closely.
My Local Guide
Parker County
Our County. Our Stories.
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News & resources for Parker 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
Parker County government
Public offices, departments, records and resident services.
Parker County Tax Office — vehicle titles and registration
Tax office information, payments and available services.
Address Courthouse Annex, 1112 Santa Fe Dr, Weatherford, TX 76086-5855
Phone (817) 598-6139
Food, housing & family support
Tarrant Area Food Bank — food assistance
Regional food-bank network serving Parker County. Find a nearby pantry or distribution and confirm its schedule before visiting.
Tarrant Area 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
Springtown ISD
School and district information, contacts and educational resources.
Weatherford 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
Parker County — AgriLife Extension
Find county Extension contacts, local educational programs and 4-H information.
Hospitals
County & local resources
Medical City Weatherford — Acute Care Hospitals
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
Call 911 for an immediate emergency. Use the directory entry to locate the sheriff’s office, and confirm current non-emergency contact details with the county.
County & local resources
Parker County Sheriff — state directory entry
Sheriff’s office information, public safety resources and non-emergency contacts.
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 Parker 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
County & local resources
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Park locations, visitor information and current access details.
Trails
No qualifying named local trail with a verified route or access information was verified for Parker County in the reviewed sources as of October 3, 2026. This is a limitation of this guide’s verified list, not a statement that none exists. Other sourced outdoor options appear in the local directory below.
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
Parker County — County Court (County Constitutional Court)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Parker County — 415th District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Parker County — 43rd District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Parker County — County Court at Law No. 1 (County Court at Law)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Parker County — County Court at Law No. 2 (County Court at Law)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Parker County — Precinct 1 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Parker County — Precinct 2 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Parker County — Precinct 3 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Parker County — Precinct 4 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Parker County — County Clerk Office (County Clerk Office)
County clerk services, public records and office information.
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
Parker County Tax Office
Tax office information, payments and available services.
Address Courthouse Annex, 1112 Santa Fe Dr, Weatherford, TX 76086-5855
Phone (817) 598-6139
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
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
Whitt 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
Parker County veterans service contact — 8175986153
Veterans services, benefits information and support resources.
Employment
County & local resources
Workforce Solutions North Central Texas — 225 COLLEGE PARK DR, EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES BUILDING
, WEATHERFORD, 76086
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.
Weatherford is the county seat of Parker County, Texas.
The county overview lists Weatherford as its largest community.
The total area is 910 sq mi (2,400 km 2 ), including land and water.
Use the Parker County government website for county offices and public information.
The city’s garden page carries current notices. As checked October 2, 2026, it lists an October 14–29 closure associated with Jack-O’-Lantern Nights; the event has separate arrangements. Official information.
Portrait artist Douglas Chandor and his wife Ina began their Weatherford home and gardens in 1936. The city provides an account of their story. Official information.
Zeno’s on the Square is one option. Enjoy Northern Italian dining.
Arts & Letters Bookstore is one option. Browse books.
Bella Vida Boutique is one option. Explore a local boutique.
Holland Lake Park is one option. Plan a park outing.
Doss Heritage and Culture Center is one option. Free museum admission; guided tours have a separate fee.
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Support the businesses that help make our communities thrive. From family-owned shops and restaurants to trusted local services, discover businesses worth visiting throughout the county.
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Find Something Fun
Make time for a local discoveryPlan your day around places and experiences in the county.
Kids’ Fun
- Film Alley Weatherford — Check family entertainment and tickets.
- Grand Adventure — Plan an activity outing; confirm admission.
- Love Street Park splash pad — Check seasonal water-play hours.
Restaurants
- Zeno’s on the Square — Enjoy Northern Italian dining.
- Whistle Hill Cafe — A local cafe option.
- Shep’s — Explore a local dining stop.
Shopping & Retail
- Arts & Letters Bookstore — Browse books.
- Buchanan’s Antiquities and Militaria — Explore historic collectibles.
- Weatherford Farmers Market — Browse the market’s current offerings.
Clothing & Boutiques
- Bella Vida Boutique — Explore a local boutique.
- Hope Boutique — Browse boutique merchandise.
- Truly Trendy Boutique — Explore a local fashion stop.
Outdoor Fun
- Holland Lake Park — Plan a park outing.
- Quanah Hill Park — Explore local outdoor recreation.
- Chandor Gardens — Check admission and closure notices before visiting.
Free Things To Do
- Doss Heritage and Culture Center — Free museum admission; guided tours have a separate fee.
- First Monday Trade Days — Free market entry; check the monthly schedule.
- John Allison Ringer Alley — View a downtown public alley on foot.
Every place has a story.Find Your Next Favorite.