Medina River, River in south central Texas, United States.
The Medina River is a waterway in south-central Texas that originates from springs in the Edwards Plateau region. It flows through Bandera County for over 120 miles before merging with the San Antonio River in Bexar County.
Explorer Alonso de León named the river in 1689 in honor of Spanish cartographer Pedro de Medina. The name choice reflected recognition given during early European exploration of south Texas.
The river supports local agricultural operations through the Bexar-Medina-Atascosa Water District, which manages water distribution for irrigation purposes.
Visitors can enjoy activities such as tubing, kayaking, and fishing throughout the year along the river. Equipment rentals and shuttle services are available at several locations along the riverbank.
The California Fan Palm grows only in areas west of the river due to soil conditions created by the Balcones Fault line. This natural boundary for the tropical plant makes the region botanically distinctive.
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