Atascocita, Texas
Atascocita: Census designated place
About
Atascocita is a CDP located in the county of Harris in the U.S. state of Texas.
Atascocita, Texas: A Scenic Houston Suburb
Nestled along the shores of Lake Houston is the lovely suburb of Atascocita, Texas. This growing Houston area community provides beautiful scenery and plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities.
Overview of Atascocita
Atascocita is located in northeast Harris County, about 25 miles from downtown Houston. It spans nearly 30 square miles and has about 65,000 residents.
Atascocita has gone through major growth since the 2000s as families move to the area for its nature trails, golf courses, parks, and new residential communities. Pinehurst Trail Park and Atascocita Park offer hiking and biking among Atascocita's scenic pine forests.
Recreation at Lake Houston
Atascocita sits along the southwestern shores of Lake Houston. This 22-square mile lake provides popular water recreation like fishing, swimming, jet skiing, and boating. Some top spots include:
- Atascocita Beach Park - Sandy swimming beach with a bathhouse.
- Tournament Point Park - Fishing pier, boat launch, and trails.
- Walden on Lake Houston - Upscale golf course community.
Other Attractions
In addition to the lake, Atascocita has shopping centers, movie theaters, golf courses, and dining along FM 1960. Residents also enjoy the Katy Railroad Depot Museum and the Creighton Theatre venue.
With its natural beauty and abundant amenities, Atascocita offers appealing Houston suburb living.
Quick Facts about Atascocita
| Population : | 65,844 |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Texas (United States) |
| County : | Harris County |
| Postal code : | 77346 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 281 |
| Area : | 63 km2 |
| Altitude : | 72 feet / 22 meters |
| Time Zone : | Central Time Zone |
| Local time : | 19:09:40 (19th April 2024) |
Geography
Atascocita is located at 29°59'56"N 95°10'36"W (29.9988300, -95.1766000).
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Official website of Atascocita
Schools in Atascocita
College & universities near Atascocita, TX
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 459958 | Fortis Institute | Houston (TX) | 77060 |
| 229416 | Universal Technical Institute of Texas Inc. | Houston (TX) | 77073 |
| 443696 | Interactive College of Technology | Houston (TX) | 77060-2303 |
| 486798 | Tulsa Welding School-Houston | Houston (TX) | 77060-2100 |
| 366261 | Commonwealth Institute of Funeral Service | Houston (TX) | 77090-5918 |
Stations (5)
Amtrak & bus stations near Atascocita, TX
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| HOS | Houston | 902 Washington Ave. | RAIL |
| HOG | Houston, TX | 2121 Main Street | BUS |
| PVW | Prairie View, TX | 44814 US Highway 290 Business \r\n | BUS |
| GLS | Galveston (Texas Eagle Bus), Texas | 25th St. and Strand St. | BUS |
| BMT | Beaumont | 2555 W. Cedar Street | RAIL |
Post offices near Atascocita
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Kingwood Post Office | Kingwood (TX) | 77339 |
| Humbl Post Office | Humble (TX) | 77338 |
| Huffman Post Office | Huffman (TX) | 77336 |
| Foxbrook Post Office | Humble (TX) | 77338 |
| Crosby Post Office | Crosby (TX) | 77532 |
Other cities in Harris County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Harris County , TX. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Houston | 2,316,120 | The fourth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Houston metropolitan area. |
| Pasadena | 149,440 | The second most populous city in Harris County, Texas. |
| Baytown | 77,288 | The most populous city in Harris County, Texas. |
| Spring | 54,298 | Census-designated place in Harris County, Texas, United States |
| Channelview | 38,289 | Census designated place |
| La Porte | 35,775 | City in LaPorte County, Indiana, United States of America |
| Deer Park | 32,913 | City in Harris County, Texas, United States |
| Katy | 23,889 | City in Texas, United States; within the Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area |
| Cloverleaf | 22,942 | Census designated place |
| Bellaire | 18,906 | Village in Belmont County, Ohio, United States |
| Brownwood | 18,208 | City in Texas, United States of America |
| South Houston | 17,446 | City in Harris County, Texas, United States |
| Aldine | 15,869 | Census designated place |
| Humble | 15,539 | City in Texas |
| West University Place | 15,496 | City in Harris County, Texas, U. |
| Seabrook | 13,879 | City in Texas, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Atascocita distances to largest Texas cities
