Yorktown, TX

united states

Yorktown lies in DeWitt County about 100 miles southeast of Austin via US Highway 183 and Highway 72. This community of 1,700 sits among rolling hills where coastal plains meet inland prairie. Highway 72 serves as the main route, connecting to Interstate 10 near Cuero for regional access. The Yorktown Historical Museum occupies a restored 1900s general store with original tin ceiling tiles.