Burnet County

Burnet County is an administrative division in central Texas, spanning roughly 1,000 square miles (2,590 square kilometers) of granite hills, limestone formations, and reservoirs. The landscape is defined by two prominent lakes, Lake Buchanan and Inks Lake, which cut through rolling terrain.

The legislature established it in 1852 as a new administrative division, naming it after David Burnet, who served as president of the Republic of Texas. It was carved from portions of three existing counties that surrounded the newly created territory.

Ranching and farming shape daily life across the territory, continuing traditions rooted in the 19th century settlements of the Texas Hill Country. You can see working ranches, grazing lands, and the way residents maintain their agricultural heritage in modern times.

Those needing government services can visit the county courthouse located in the city of Burnet on South Pierce Street. The central location serves as a hub for accessing public services and navigating the broader territory.

The region contains substantial deposits of pink granite, the same stone used to build the Texas State Capitol in Austin. This geological feature gave the area economic importance and shaped its industrial heritage.

Location: Texas

Inception: February 5, 1852

Capital city: Burnet

Shares border with: Blanco County, Bell County, San Saba County, Lampasas County, Williamson County, Travis County, Llano County

Website: http://burnetcountytexas.org

GPS coordinates: 30.78000,-98.18000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:03