Comal County

Comal County is an administrative region in Central Texas situated on the Edwards Plateau with numerous spring-fed waterways. The landscape includes rolling hill country shaped by the Comal River and Guadalupe River flowing through the territory.

The county was established during westward expansion in the 1800s and developed into an administrative center for the region. Its formation reflects the settlement patterns and growth of communities in Central Texas during that era.

New Braunfels serves as the county seat and is where residents gather for government services and community activities. The downtown area reflects how daily life is organized around this administrative center.

County services are centered in New Braunfels where land records and court documents can be accessed through official offices. Plan to visit during standard business hours and allow time for administrative processing of any requests.

The region enforces strict burning rules to manage fire risk during dry seasons common to the area. These restrictions reflect how local governance adapts to environmental conditions that affect daily life and safety.

Location: Texas

Inception: 1846

Capital city: New Braunfels

Shares border with: Blanco County, Hays County, Guadalupe County, Bexar County, Kendall County

Website: http://co.comal.tx.us

GPS coordinates: 29.81000,-98.28000

Latest update: December 17, 2025 10:18