Hays County Map, Texas
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Hays County, Texas
Hays County lies just south of Austin in the central part of Texas. It’s where the Hill Country meets the Blackland Prairie. It’s growing fast, thanks to its proximity to some bigger cities.
San Marcos is the county seat with the San Marcos River cutting through. Yep, it’s perfect for tubing. It’s also home to Texas State University. Wimberley’s a little slice of Hill Country heaven. Artists love it here and so do retirees.
The western part of the county is rugged and beautiful. Ranches and wineries are a common sight here. You’ll find everything from hipsters to cowboys in Hays County. It’s a place that honors its past while embracing the future.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Hays County |
| County Seat | San Marcos |
| Population | Approximately 300,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | San Marcos, Kyle, Buda, Dripping Springs, Wimberley, Woodcreek |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 35, U.S. Highway 290, State Highway 21 |
| FIPS Code | 48-209 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 680 square miles (678 sq mi land, 2 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Travis County (North), Caldwell County (East), Guadalupe County (Southwest), Comal County (South), Blanco County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| State | Texas |
| Coordinates | 30°00’N, 98°00’W |
| Etymology | Named after John Coffee Hays, a Texas Ranger and military officer |
| Major Landmarks | Texas State University, San Marcos River, Jacob’s Well Natural Area |
| Website | Hays County Website |
PHYSICAL MAP
Hays County Topographic Map
This is Hill Country, and it shows. The standout feature is the Balcones Escarpment, a sharp rise that slices through the county. The eastern portion is flatter and lower, while the west rises into rugged hills and canyons.
TRANSPORTATION MAP
Hays County Road Map
Roads here stretch between cities, rivers, and smaller towns. I-35 is the busiest highway here in the eastern section. Some highways climb into the Hill Country, winding between ridges. Others shoot across open fields. Traffic can pile up quickly. Zoom in on our road map below to explore the transportation network.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Hays County Satellite Map
Our satellite map shows Hays County terrain, filled with dark green ridges and pale dry grasslands. San Marcos and Kyle show up as gray grids on the bottom right. But the western half looks rough and sparse. From above, you can really see where the land starts to breathe.
OUTLINE MAP
Hays County Blank Map
Hays County has an angled, sloping shape, like a sideways rectangle. There are no state borders here, but it touches both the the Austin metro area.
Neighboring Counties
Here are the 5 neighboring counties of Hays County:
Texas County Map
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