MERIDIAN

Population 1,436

Altitude 791

General

Established on the Fourth of July, 1854, as seat of newly created Bosque County; named for its location on 100th meridian. A small log-cabin courthouse was first structure erected in town. Today a retail center for agricultural activities. Popular state park is nearby (see below). Bed and breakfast accommodations offered in historic buildings.

Attractions

• MERIDIAN STATE PARK-Scenic 503 acres on Bee Creek in Bosque Valley, with 70-acre lake. Facilities include camping and trailer sites, screened shelters, group camp and opportunities for fishing, swimming, boating and hiking. Tawakoni Indians lived in the area until the mid-1800s. Four miles southwest of Meridian via Texas 22, Park Road 7. Admission.

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