Kenedy County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Kenedy County, Texas

Map of Kenedy County, Texas

Kenedy County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Sarita. As per 2020 census, the population of Kenedy County is 340 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,457 sq mi (3,774 km2). Kenedy County was established on 1921.

Facts about Kenedy County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionSouth Texas / Coastal Plains
County SeatKenedy
Named AfterRichard King Kenedy, rancher and businessman
Established1921
Organized1921
Coordinates27.8030° N, 97.8370° W
Total Area1,946 sq mi
Land Area1,936 sq mi
Water Area10 sq mi
Population (2020)350
Population RankOne of the least populated counties in Texas
Major CommunityKenedy
Main IndustriesRanching (King Ranch), Oil & Gas, Agriculture
Major AirportNearest major airport: Corpus Christi International Airport
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForKing Ranch, Coastal Plains ranching, Sparse population, South Texas landscapes
Websitehttps://www.co.kenedy.tx.us

Top Attractions in Kenedy County, Texas

  • Kenedy County Courthouse (Kleberg) – Historic courthouse anchoring the small downtown area.
  • Kleberg City Park – Community park with picnic areas and family-friendly green space.
  • Rural Ranchlands – Scenic South Texas drives through cattle ranches and open countryside.
  • Prairie Wildlife Areas – Bird-watching and wildlife observation opportunities.
  • Historic Rail Markers – Landmarks commemorating early railroad routes in the county.
  • Windmill Heritage Sites – Iconic structures dotting the rural landscape.
  • Scenic Country Drives – Quiet roads ideal for photography and exploring South Texas scenery.
  • Local Homesteads and Ranch Buildings – Early settlement structures reflecting county heritage.
  • Community Recreation Fields – Sports areas and picnic spots for local families.
  • Nearby Coastal Wetlands (Access via County Borders) – Nature viewing and bird-watching along marshes and creeks.

Cities and Towns in Kendall County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Boerne (county seat)City1724029.7947°N, 98.7319°W
Fair Oaks Ranch (partly in Bexar County)City1015529.7430°N, 98.6447°W
ComfortCensus Designated Place (CDP)222929.9677°N, 98.9059°W
KendaliaUnincorporated CommunityN/A29.9994°N, 98.5214°W
WaringUnincorporated CommunityN/A29.9458°N, 98.7992°W
SisterdaleUnincorporated CommunityN/A29.9977°N, 98.6892°W
BergheimUnincorporated CommunityN/A29.8883°N, 98.6136°W
WelfareHistoric CommunityN/A29.9725°N, 98.8064°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Kendall County

  • Interstate 10 - major east-west interstate crossing the county through Boerne and Comfort
  • U.S. Highway 87 - connects Comfort, Boerne, and San Antonio
  • Texas State Highway 46 - links Boerne with New Braunfels and Bandera County
  • Texas State Highway 16 - serves eastern portions of the county and connects to San Antonio
  • Ranch to Market Road 473 - scenic Hill Country route through Sisterdale and Kendalia
  • Ranch to Market Road 1376 - serves Sisterdale, Waring, and rural communities
  • Ranch to Market Road 474 - connects Boerne with Comfort and western ranchlands

What are Neighboring Counties of Kendall County

  • Gillespie County (northwest)
  • Kerr County (west)
  • Bandera County (southwest)
  • Bexar County (southeast)
  • Comal County (east)
  • Blanco County (northeast)

Distance from Kendall County to Nearby Cities

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Comfort2516
Fair Oaks Ranch149
Bergheim159
New Braunfels (Comal County)4830
Bandera (Bandera County)4226
Kerrville (Kerr County)4830
Fredericksburg (Gillespie County)6742
Blanco (Blanco County)5333
San Antonio (Bexar County)4830
San Marcos (Hays County)8352
Austin (Travis County)11270
Seguin (Guadalupe County)8754
Waco (McLennan County)277172
Houston (Harris County)331206
Dallas (Dallas County)449279

Waterbodies in Kendall County

Guadalupe River, Cibolo Creek headwaters, Curry Creek, Joshua Creek, Frederick Creek, Sabinas Creek, Turtle Creek, Boerne City Lake, stock ponds, Hill Country springs, wetlands, groundwater recharge areas, and seasonal streams

Best Golf Courses in Kendall County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Tapatio Springs Hill Country Resort Golf CourseBoerne29.8746°N, 98.8308°W
Cordillera Ranch Golf ClubBoerne29.9131°N, 98.6915°W
Fair Oaks Ranch Golf & Country ClubFair Oaks Ranch29.7425°N, 98.6468°W
The Buckhorn Golf CourseComfort29.9648°N, 98.9052°W

Colleges and Universities in Kendall County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Texas Tech University at Hill Country University CenterPublicUniversityUpper-level undergraduate and graduate programs in Boerne
Hill Country University CenterPublic ConsortiumHigher Education CenterPartnership campus offering university programs
University of Texas at San AntonioPublicUniversityMajor regional research university serving Kendall County
Texas A&M University-San AntonioPublicUniversityRegional higher education opportunities for county residents
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Kendall CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural and community education programs

References

  1. Official Kendall County Website
  2. U.S. Census Bureau - Kendall County QuickFacts
  3. Texas State Historical Association - Kendall County
  4. Texas Almanac - Kendall County
  5. Hill Country University Center