Yoakum, TX

united states

Yoakum sits along US Highway 77A in south-central Texas, about 90 miles from both Austin and Houston. The town serves as a crossroads where US 77A meets State Highway 111, connecting travelers between the Hill Country and Gulf Coast. Most visitors arrive via these highways after linking from major interstates. Known as the "Leather Capital of the World," Yoakum still displays its tanning industry heritage through preserved historic buildings downtown.