This is the official website for The City of Hemphill.  We are excited about using this site to communicate with our residents, businesses, and visitors.

Hemphill, was founded in

1858 and is the seat of Sabine County, a vast timber area. The City of Hemphill was incorporated in December of 1939.  Today it is a commercial center for lumber and a major gateway to the immense Toledo Bend Reservoir. A gallows, more than 80 years old, is still in place in four-cell county jail musuem.

At the City of Hemphill, we will always be striving to provide up-to-date information on city services and how we are working to enhance your quality of life.  Check back often for updates on park and recreation activities, latest action of the City Council, city news, and other areas of interest.

Hemphill borders Texas and Louisiana in East Texas. It is surrounded by the Sabine National Forest and Toledo Bend Reservoir. Hemphill is the county seat of Sabine County.