Covington, TX
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- 758 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
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Located in northern Hill County about 14 miles north of Hillsboro, Covington is a quiet rural community with deep Texas roots. Founded in 1852 by Colonel James Gathings and named after his wife, Martha, the town started out as a busy frontier trade center for area farms and ranches. Back in its early years, it was home to thriving local mills, craft shops, and even a well-regarded regional college.
Today, Covington is a close-knit town of roughly 260 residents who appreciate wide-open spaces and a relaxed pace of living. Life here revolves around the Covington Independent School District campus on Main Street, which serves as a central gathering spot for local families. It is the kind of quiet country crossroads where neighbors wave as you drive by, all within a reasonable drive of larger North Texas cities.
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