Chester
Get to know this corner of Deep East Texas.
Find Chester in Tyler County. Explore the map and county guide while we gather local places and events.
A growing guide · Local recommendations welcome
On the calendar
Coming up in Chester
We’re still bringing local dates into this collection.
Suggest a calendar to follow →Find your bearings
Find your way to Chester
Directions to Chester ↗Explore the streets and surrounding area. The pin marks the town’s approximate location; choose a specific destination when planning your visit.
Town reference point: Census Gazetteer (2025).
Make time for the water
Explore the water in Tyler County
These lakes are elsewhere in the county, rather than necessarily in town. Check the location, public access, and directions before choosing a stop.
Jasper · Tyler · Lakes & reservoirs
B. A. Steinhagen Lake
On the Neches River 14 miles west of Jasper on US 190
Planning page & official resources →
Tyler · Community lakes & ponds
Magnolia Ridge Pond
Near Steinhagen Reservoir
Planning page & official resources →
Tyler · Community lakes & ponds
Tejas Lake-Colmesneil
1 mile east of Colmesneil
Planning page & official resources →
Keep exploring
A little farther down the road
Other communities near Chester. Use directions to plan the drive.
This guide is taking shape
We’ve put Chester on the map. We’re still gathering the places to eat, walks to take, and local gatherings that make a visit your own.