AMENITIES
Gatesville is home to and offers access to notable institutions and superb services. Fort Hood Army Base is the Army’s premier installation to train and deploy heavy forces. The 214,000-acre base is the only post in the country capable of stationing and training two armored divisions. It is also the most populous U.S. military installation in the world. Coryell Health is a community-owned healthcare organization with a central campus offering a wide range of health services including emergency services, primary/specialty care and outpatient rehabilitation. Gatesville Independent School District serves Coryell County as well as a portion of Bell County operation five schools. Central Texas College maintained numerous campuses accessible from Gatesville, TX. In addition, Baylor University, the oldest continuously operating university in Texas, is just a 45-minute drive.
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RECREATION
Mother Neff State Park lies along the Leon River and is one of the first state parks in Texas. The original six acres of the park were donated in 1921. The park features a lodge, 3.5 miles of trails, full camper hookups, cement pads and more. Coryell County Museum is a vital part of the community and houses the largest collection of spurs in the world featuring approximately 10,000 pairs. The Last Drive in Picture Show, Gatesville Country Music Show, Gatesville Country Club, the walking trail and numerous parks provide additional unique leisure opportunities.
HISTORY
Gatesville, TX was established around the time Coryell County was organized in 1854. The town’s name originated from nearby Fort Gates. The arrival of a large number of settlers in the late 1800s led to incorporation in 1870. Within the decade, Gatesville had become an important supply station. Rail service opened the area to neighboring markets and made Gatesville the county’s major shipping and supply center.
CLIMATE
The vast majority of Texas, including Gatesville and Coryell County, features weather consistent with a humid subtropical climate. Average precipitation includes 34 inches of rain annually in Gatesville, TX. Sunshine is typical on 231 days out of the year.