County Guide

Hays County

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Simple trips are often the best.

You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.

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

Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Wimberly

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

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Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

Buda

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

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Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

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.

San Marcos

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

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Events

Upcoming Events

May
1–2
Viva! Cinco de Mayo
San Marcos
May
15
Ash Pavilion Skate Nights
Kyle