County Guide

Hays County

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Go where you feel alive.

Pay attention to the places that pull you in without explanation.

Kyle

Kyle is eight miles north of San Marcos in Hays County and 20 miles south of Austin and is the second largest city in the county. Here the Balcones Escarpment…

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Cities

Cities in Hays County

Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

San Marcos

In 1851, William Lindsey, Gen. Edward Burleson and Eli T. Merriman bought the Juan Vermendi…

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Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Dripping Springs

Situated in northern Hays County, Dripping Springs was established about 1875, although a settler named…

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More road, less rush.

There's no need to hurry through something worth experiencing.

Wimberly

Established in 1848, the picturesque village of Wimberly today is a resort and retirement area…

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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Buda

Buda was formally established on April 1, 1881, when Mrs. Cornelia Trimble donated land for…

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Events

Upcoming Events

Jul
17
Dive-in Movie in Kyle, TX
Kyle
Sep
4–5
Hill Country BBQ Cookoff
San Marcos