Lampasas

Lampasas is a county seat located along Sulphur Creek at an elevation of 313 meters in Texas. The area contains numerous mineral springs scattered throughout the surrounding landscape.

The settlement began as Burleson in the 1850s and was renamed after a Spanish term referring to lilies found in local waterways. This change reflected the distinctive plants that characterized the area.

The Spring Ho Festival brings the community together every July for celebrations and food. This gathering has become a central tradition in the town's calendar since its beginning in 1972.

The county courthouse on East Fourth Street handles administrative services and public records for the region and serves as a central reference point. It helps visitors understand the town's layout and local services.

The town holds a Guinness World Record for the World's Largest Spur, forged by ironsmith Waylon Dobbs in March 2016. This striking work of metalcraft draws visitors who come to see this unusual local attraction.

Location: Lampasas County

Inception: 1883

Elevation above the sea: 313 m

Website: http://cityoflampasas.com

GPS coordinates: 31.06583,-98.18333

Latest update: December 20, 2025 13:25