Hays County, Administrative division in Central Texas, US.
Hays County encompasses a terrain of 680 square miles with San Marcos serving as the county seat, situated between Austin and San Antonio along Interstate 35.
The Texas Legislature established Hays County in 1848, naming it after Captain Jack Hays, a Texas Ranger who protected settlers from raids in the region.
The county maintains multiple parks and natural areas, including Five Mile Dam Park and Jacob's Well Natural Area, which showcase the regional geology and ecosystems.
Residents access county services through the government center in San Marcos, where departments handle property taxes, vehicle registration, and permit applications.
The Edwards Aquifer flows beneath Hays County, creating natural springs and underground water systems that supply water to local communities.
Location: Texas
Inception: 1848
Capital city: San Marcos
Shares border with: Blanco County, Comal County, Travis County, Caldwell County, Guadalupe County
Website: http://co.hays.tx.us
GPS coordinates: 30.06000,-98.03000
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:20
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