Wells
Get to know this corner of Northeast Texas.
Find Wells in Cherokee 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 Wells
We’re still bringing local dates into this collection.
Suggest a calendar to follow →Find your bearings
Find your way to Wells
Directions to Wells ↗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 Cherokee County
These lakes are elsewhere in the county, rather than necessarily in town. Check the location, public access, and directions before choosing a stop.
Cherokee · Lakes & reservoirs
Lake Jacksonville
3 miles southwest of Jacksonville off US 79
Planning page & official resources →
Anderson · Cherokee · Henderson · Smith · Lakes & reservoirs
Lake Palestine
On the Neches River, 15 miles southwest of Tyler on Texas 155
Planning page & official resources →
Rusk · Cherokee · Lakes & reservoirs
Lake Striker
On Striker Creek, 20 miles east of Jacksonville
Planning page & official resources →
Cherokee · Park & forest lakes
Nichols Green Park Pond
Southeast of Jacksonville
Planning page & official resources →
Keep exploring
A little farther down the road
Other communities near Wells. Use directions to plan the drive.
This guide is taking shape
We’ve put Wells on the map. We’re still gathering the places to eat, walks to take, and local gatherings that make a visit your own.