Van Zandt County, Texas
Van Zandt county is in the northeastern part of Texas. Cities and towns in Van Zandt county are Alsa, Ben Wheeler, Callender Lake, Cana, Canton, Clifton, Clower, Colfax, Corinth, Denman Crossroads, Edgewood, Edom, Elwood, Four Mile Prairie, Fruitvale, Grand Saline, High, Holly Springs, Jackson, Jones, Lawrence Springs, Mars, Martins Mill, Midway, Murchison, Myrtle Springs, Oakland, Odom, Owlett Green, Phalba, Primrose, Pruitt, Redland, Roddy, Sand Flat, Scott, Silver Lake, Small, Tundra, Van, Wallace, Walton, Watkins, Wentworth, Whitton, Wills Point and Wise.
Ben Wheeler TX
Ben Wheeler is a small, unincorporated rural community in Van Zandt County. It is 12 miles southeast of Canton. Zip Code area is 75754. For information about the Van Independent School District, click here.
Callender Lake TX
Callender Lake is a 365-acre lake and 18 feet deep. It is in Murchison between Canton, Athens, and Tyler off Hwy 31, 773, and FM 2339 in Van Zandt County. It is considered a constant level lake fed by natural springs and streams. Callender Lake is a fishing and recreation lake, and large boats are not recommended. There are two gated communities—the Callender Lake and Hickory Hills, with different restrictions and requirements. Amenities include a community center, boat storage, boat launch, park, fishing pier, swim beach with picnic tables, and restrooms. This is a mandatory property owners’ association. The lake is controlled by a Joint CLPOIA / HHPOIA Fish and Wildlife Committee. Zip Code area is 75778. For information about the Murchison Independent School District, click here.
Canton TX
Canton is in Northeast Texas along I20 and US Hwy 19 & 64 in Van Zandt county. Canton claims to be home of the world famous First Monday Trade Days. You will find all kinds of interesting things at the monthly trade days from animals, clothing, furniture, food, collectibles and more. Zip code area is 75103. For information about the Canton Independent School District, click here.
Edom TX
Edom is located in Van Zandt county between State Hwy 31 East and Hwy 64. Edom is a fun little community to visit. Motorcycle enthusiasts love the winding roads thru the area. There are some cute artsy shops in the area. Several art festivals are held yearly. Blue Moon Gardens has some great landscaping and flowers. Visiting The Shed Café is a must (I hear their pies are to-die-for). We like to visit Blueberry Hill Farms for fresh blueberries. They have a store with all kinds of blueberry delicacies. Zip code area is 75754. For information about the Van Independent School District, click here.