General-

The town is located in central western Harrison County and originated in 1839 when Fort Crawford was built by W.C. Crawford.

In 1869 when the railroad crossed a mile north of the fort, settlers moved to the railroad and named the new settlement for Elijah Hall, a pioneer of the section.

The city is located in the piney woods vegetation area and has loblolly, shortleaf, long leaf and slash pines, as well as oak, hickory, maple, and other hardwood trees.

Caddo Legacy Museum-

Features displays of Caddo Indian pottery, arrowheads, tools, and other memorabilia. Open Tues. - Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. For information, call (903)668-3883. At 1-20 and F.M. 450.

Hallsville Raceway-

NHRA championship drag racing is held Fri. and Sat. Feb. - Oct.; Sun., Nov. - Jan., weather permitting. Features the NHRA Winston Championship each April, For schedule and information, call (903)668-2858. Located On F.M. 450 north of town.

Lakes-

Lake O'the Pines, Caddo, and Martin Creek.