General Info
Houston County was established in 1854 and named after Sam Houston of Texas. Caledonia was selected as the county seat and a courthouse was built in 1874. Early industry included lumbering, milling, mining and agriculture. As the railroad was established, Houston County continued to grow and by 1900 its population had reached 15,400. These old railway lines have since been redeveloped into hiking and biking trails, attracting many outdoor recreation enthusiasts. Today Houston County is home to approximately 19,245 residents.