2022 Map of Parnell

About this map

Parnell anchors this portion of Hall County, situated where the high plains break toward the complex drainage system of the Red River. The landscape is defined by the broad, braided channel of the Prairie Dog Town Fork Red River, which is joined here by the Little Red River. This confluence creates a labyrinth of shifting sands and seasonal watercourses, including the notable Goat Island positioned within the main riverbed. Local travel is marked by a mix of established county roads and specialized pathways like the Plains Junction Trl and Grundy Canyon Trl, which navigate the elevation changes between the flat tablelands and the eroded breaks. Genealogists and local historians will find the Hulver Cem located south of the main river fork, providing a specific point of reference for the families who settled this challenging cattle-country terrain.