DAINGERFIELD Population- 2,779 Altitude 402

General-

Seat of Morris County, one of the smallest in Texas.  Extensive deposits of iron ore utilized by Lone Star Steel Plant.  Other area industries include farming, livestock, sand and gravel, roofing and clothing.

Daingerfield State Park-

581 acres offer boating, fishing and swimming in 80 - acre lake; boat ramp, fishing pier, camping, cabins, and hiking trails.  Two miles east off Texas 11.  Admission.

Lake -  Lake O' the Pines.

Morris County Museum - Housed in former courthouse, documents amd artifacts describe history of county and area.  Open Wed. - Fri., 1 -5 p.m.
101 Linda Dr., downtown.  For information, call 903/ 645-3850.

 

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