Region: Gulf Coast
Texas' easternmost city on the Sabine River boundary with Louisiana was
established in 1836, the year of Texas' independence. It was named for landmark
of wild orange groves on banks of the Sabine, as cited by early French and
Spanish boatmen. Today, Orange is a recreational and industrial portal to Texas.
Abundant freshwater and saltwater fishing; hunting and bird-watching
opportunities are available in vast coastal marshes.
Take in a performance at the Lutcher Theatre for the Performing Arts
(409/886-5535) or the Orange Community Playhouse (409/882-9137). Visit the
Farmer's Mercantile and browse among an incredible variety of farm, ranch and
agricultural items on display, from horse collars and 19th-century cream crocks
to modern hybrid seeds and pH soil testers. Sixth and Division streets.
409/883-2941.
Mileage marker 880 in Orange County, Texas, is the highest numbered in the
nation.