Bandera County Map, Texas, USA

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Map of Bandera County - Bandera County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. Bandera County Map showing cities, highways, important places and water bodies. Get Where is Bandera County located in the map, major cities in Bandera county, population, areas, and places of interest.

Map of Bandera County, Texas

Map of Bandera County, Texas

Bandera County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Bandera. As per 2020 census, the population of Bandera County is 21565 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 792 sq mi (2,051 km2). Bandera County was established on 1856.

Facts about Bandera County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionTexas Hill Country
County SeatBandera
Named AfterBandera Pass
Established1856
Organized1856
Coordinates29.7401° N, 99.2488° W
Total Area~798 sq mi
Land Area~791 sq mi
Water Area~7 sq mi
Population (2020)~20,851
Population RankSmall Hill Country county
Major CityBandera
Main IndustriesTourism, Ranching, Outdoor Recreation
Major AirportSan Antonio International Airport (nearby)
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known For"Cowboy Capital of the World," Dude ranches, Hill Country scenery
Websitehttps://www.banderacounty.org

Top Attractions in Bandera County, Texas

  • Bandera Natural History Museum – Dinosaur exhibits and global wildlife displays.
  • Hill Country State Natural Area – Trails for hiking, horseback riding, and camping.
  • Downtown Bandera – “Cowboy Capital” shops, saloons, and Western culture.
  • Bandera City Park – Riverside park with walking areas and picnic spots.
  • Mayan Dude Ranch – Classic Texas dude ranch with horseback activities.
  • Dixie Dude Ranch – Historic ranch offering rides and outdoor fun.
  • Medina Lake – Fishing, boating, and lakeside recreation.
  • Frontier Times Museum – Unique pioneer artifacts and Texas history.
  • Lost Maples State Natural Area (Nearby) – Fall foliage and scenic trails near the county line.
  • Bandera County Courthouse – Historic courthouse with Western charm.

Cities & Towns in Bandera County, Texas

Bandera, Lakehills, Medina, Pipe Creek, Tarpley, Vanderpool