Kinney County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Kinney County, Texas

Map of Kinney County, Texas

Kinney County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Brackettville. As per 2020 census, the population of Kinney County is 3130 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,364 sq mi (3,533 km2). Kinney County was established on 1850.

Facts about Kinney County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionSouthwest Texas / Edwards Plateau
County SeatBrackettville
Named AfterHenry Lawrence Kinney, Texas settler and trader
Established1850
Organized1874
Coordinates29.3340° N, 100.4490° W
Total Area1,365 sq mi
Land Area1,362 sq mi
Water Area3 sq mi
Population (2020)3,898
Population RankOne of the least populated Southwest Texas counties
Major CommunityBrackettville
Main IndustriesRanching, Agriculture, Military (Fort Clark), Tourism
Major AirportBrackettville Municipal Airport
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForFort Clark Historic District, Texas Hill Country outskirts, Ranching heritage, Small-town culture
Websitehttps://www.co.kinney.tx.us

Top Attractions in Kinney County, Texas

  • Historic Downtown Brackettville – Shops, cafés, and preserved 19th-century architecture.
  • Kinney County Courthouse – Iconic historic courthouse anchoring downtown Brackettville.
  • Fort Clark Historic District – Preserved 19th-century military fort with tours and exhibits.
  • Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site (Nearby Access) – Rock art, hiking trails, and scenic desert landscapes.
  • Brackettville City Park – Family-friendly park with picnic areas, playgrounds, and walking paths.
  • Historic Rail Depot (Brackettville) – Landmark reflecting early railroad history in the county.
  • Rural Ranchlands – Scenic drives through cattle ranches and desert landscapes.
  • Windmill Heritage Sites – Iconic structures dotting the countryside.
  • Scenic Hill Country Drives – Rolling hills and rugged terrain ideal for photography.
  • Local Homesteads and Ranch Buildings – Early settlement structures reflecting county heritage.

Cities and Towns in Kinney County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Brackettville (county seat)City168829.3138°N, 100.4173°W
SpoffordUnincorporated CommunityN/A29.1683°N, 100.4118°W
Fort Clark SpringsCensus Designated Place (CDP)133529.2798°N, 100.4225°W
ClineGhost TownN/A29.6368°N, 100.1202°W
AnacachoHistoric CommunityN/A29.5605°N, 100.1639°W
Leona Ranch AreaRural CommunityN/A29.4558°N, 100.5424°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Kinney County

  • U.S. Highway 90 - major east-west corridor through Brackettville connecting Del Rio and Uvalde
  • Texas State Highway 131 - links Brackettville with Interstate 35 near Pearsall
  • Ranch to Market Road 334 - serves ranchlands and recreational areas north of Brackettville
  • Ranch to Market Road 693 - provides access to remote ranching regions
  • Ranch to Market Road 674 - connects agricultural and livestock operations
  • County road network serving ranches, wildlife management areas, and borderlands

What are Neighboring Counties of Kinney County

  • Edwards County (north)
  • Uvalde County (east)
  • Maverick County (south)
  • Val Verde County (west)
  • Coahuila, Mexico (southwest across the Rio Grande region)

Distance from Kinney County to Nearby Cities

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Fort Clark Springs32
Spofford1811
Uvalde (Uvalde County)6239
Del Rio (Val Verde County)5031
Eagle Pass (Maverick County)9358
Rocksprings (Edwards County)11169
Carrizo Springs (Dimmit County)12376
Pearsall (Frio County)12980
Hondo (Medina County)12980
San Antonio (Bexar County)214133
Kerrville (Kerr County)188117
Austin (Travis County)338210
Laredo (Webb County)236147
Corpus Christi (Nueces County)337209
Houston (Harris County)502312

Waterbodies in Kinney County

Pinto Creek, Las Moras Creek, Sycamore Creek, Turkey Creek, Leona River tributaries, Fort Clark Springs waterways, ranch reservoirs, stock tanks, springs, wetlands, groundwater recharge areas, and seasonal streams

Best Golf Courses in Kinney County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Fort Clark Springs Golf CourseFort Clark Springs29.2794°N, 100.4218°W
San Felipe Springs Golf CourseDel Rio29.3835°N, 100.8953°W
The Golf Club of TexasSan Antonio29.3117°N, 98.7246°W

Colleges and Universities in Kinney County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Southwest Texas Junior CollegePublicCommunity CollegeOfficial community college serving Kinney County
Sul Ross State University - Rio Grande CollegePublicUniversityHigher education opportunities in nearby Del Rio and Eagle Pass
Texas A&M International UniversityPublicUniversityRegional university serving South and Southwest Texas
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Kinney CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural and community education programs

References

  1. Official Kinney County Website
  2. U.S. Census Bureau - Kinney County QuickFacts
  3. Texas State Historical Association - Kinney County
  4. Texas Almanac - Kinney County
  5. Southwest Texas Junior College