Tatum was established in 1885 when the Santa Fe Railroad was built through the town. The townsite was donated by the Tatum family settlers in the area. Tatum was on the earlier Trammel's Trace, a prominent foot and horseback trail from Conway, Arkansas, to Nacogdoches. It is currently a trade center for lumber, farm and dairy enterprises. Tatum hosts excellent fishing in nearby lakes and streams and offers woodlands hunting as well.
On Martin Creek Lake with camping, rest rooms, showers and boat-launching ramp. Activities include fishing, swimming, boating, water skiing, and nature trails in scenic woodlands. Texas 43 southwest, F.M. 1716
Tatum, TX State ParksA chief archaeological site in Texas. Park includes two ceremonial and one burial mound, visitor center with exhibits, interp...
Legend says James Draughon won a huge pot in poker game by playing the ace of clubs. House's floor plan is based on the club ...
First bed and breakfast in state. This Victorian mansion features more than 30 original stained glass windows and 12-ft. tall...
View is breathtaking; picnicking. Observation area has 35-mile view of East Texas hills...
Films and displays of props, costumes, uniforms, awards and mementos of Kilgore College's world-famous precision drill and da...