Llano County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Llano County, Texas

Map of Llano County, Texas

Llano County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Llano. As per 2020 census, the population of Llano County is 21978 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 935 sq mi (2,422 km2). Llano County was established on 1856.

Facts about Llano County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionCentral Texas / Texas Hill Country
County SeatLlano
Named AfterLlano River
Established1856
Organized1856
Coordinates30.7540° N, 98.6740° W
Total Area966 sq mi
Land Area953 sq mi
Water Area13 sq mi
Population (2020)21,243
Population RankModerately populated Texas Hill Country county
Major CitiesLlano, Kingsland, Horseshoe Bay (part)
Main IndustriesTourism, Agriculture, Ranching, Wine production, Retail
Major AirportLlano Municipal Airport
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForTexas Hill Country scenery, Llano River, Outdoor recreation, Historic downtown Llano
Websitehttps://www.co.llano.tx.us

Top Attractions in Llano County, Texas

  • Historic Downtown Llano – Shops, cafés, galleries, and preserved 19th-century architecture.
  • Llano County Courthouse – Iconic historic courthouse anchoring downtown Llano.
  • Llano City Park – Walking trails, picnic areas, and family-friendly recreation.
  • Llano River – Fishing, kayaking, and scenic riverside views.
  • Enchanted Rock State Natural Area (Nearby Access) – Hiking and panoramic views of massive pink granite dome.
  • Historic Rail Depot (Llano) – Landmark reflecting the county’s railroad history.
  • Rural Ranchlands – Scenic drives through Hill Country cattle ranches and farmland.
  • Wildlife Observation Areas – Bird-watching and natural scenery.
  • Scenic Hill Country Drives – Rolling hills, rivers, and rural landscapes ideal for photography.
  • Historic Homesteads and Buildings – Early settlement structures reflecting county heritage.

Cities and Towns in Llano County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Llano (county seat)City332530.7591°N, 98.6750°W
Horseshoe BayCity398730.5441°N, 98.3614°W
Sunrise Beach VillageCity71330.5894°N, 98.4081°W
KingslandCensus Designated Place (CDP)681730.6552°N, 98.4409°W
Buchanan DamCensus Designated Place (CDP)118830.7397°N, 98.4298°W
Buchanan Lake VillageCensus Designated Place (CDP)69230.7547°N, 98.4236°W
TowCensus Designated Place (CDP)30530.9132°N, 98.4756°W
CastellUnincorporated CommunityN/A30.7035°N, 99.1134°W
Valley SpringUnincorporated CommunityN/A30.8516°N, 98.8292°W
BlufftonUnincorporated CommunityN/A30.8205°N, 98.5295°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Llano County

  • Texas State Highway 16 - major north-south highway through Llano connecting Fredericksburg and San Saba
  • Texas State Highway 29 - east-west corridor linking Llano with Burnet and Mason
  • Texas State Highway 71 - serves southern portions of the county near Horseshoe Bay and connects Austin with West Texas
  • Texas State Highway 261 - provides access to Lake Buchanan communities
  • Ranch to Market Road 1431 - major route serving Kingsland and Horseshoe Bay
  • Ranch to Market Road 2241 - connects Llano with Buchanan Dam and lake communities
  • Ranch to Market Road 2900 - serves rural ranchlands and recreational areas

What are Neighboring Counties of Llano County

  • San Saba County (north)
  • Burnet County (east)
  • Blanco County (southeast)
  • Gillespie County (south)
  • Mason County (west)

Distance from Llano County to Nearby Cities

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Kingsland2817
Horseshoe Bay3622
Buchanan Dam2415
Burnet (Burnet County)5031
Mason (Mason County)6440
Fredericksburg (Gillespie County)6440
Johnson City (Blanco County)6943
San Saba (San Saba County)5232
Marble Falls (Burnet County)3019
Brady (McCulloch County)9760
Austin (Travis County)11672
Killeen (Bell County)12678
San Antonio (Bexar County)161100
Waco (McLennan County)188117
Dallas (Dallas County)336209

Waterbodies in Llano County

Llano River, Colorado River, Lake Buchanan, Inks Lake, Lake Lyndon B. Johnson (Lake LBJ), Sandy Creek, Beaver Creek, Little Llano River, Johnson Creek, Babyhead Creek, wetlands, ranch reservoirs, stock ponds, groundwater recharge areas, and seasonal streams

Best Golf Courses in Llano County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Llano River Golf CourseLlano30.7542°N, 98.6804°W
Apple Rock Golf CourseHorseshoe Bay30.5534°N, 98.3791°W
Ram Rock Golf CourseHorseshoe Bay30.5490°N, 98.3706°W
Slick Rock Golf CourseHorseshoe Bay30.5432°N, 98.3648°W

Colleges and Universities in Llano County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Central Texas CollegePublicCommunity CollegeProvides higher education opportunities for county residents
Texas Tech University at Highland LakesPublicUniversityRegional extension and outreach programs
Texas State UniversityPublicUniversityMajor public university serving the Texas Hill Country region
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Llano CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural, natural resources, and community education programs

References

  1. Official Llano County Website
  2. U.S. Census Bureau - Llano County QuickFacts
  3. Texas Almanac - Llano County
  4. Texas State Historical Association - Llano County
  5. City of Llano