Wimberley Texas Map

About Wimberley, Texas

Wimberley is a locality in Hays County, Texas, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,891. The population density is 123.9 people per km². Wimberley is located at 29.9974°N, 98.0986°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 78676.

Wimberley emerges from the limestone bedrock as a sanctuary of cool, spring-fed waters and ancient, twisted oaks. It lies 12.3 miles northwest of San Marcos, TX (from San Marcos, TX: bearing 310°T), and is situated 2.3 miles south-southeast of Woodcreek. Cypress Creek carves a meditative path through the landscape, its clear flow providing a constant, rhythmic pulse that defines the local topography. Beyond the immediate banks, the terrain rises into the rugged, uneven elevations that stretch toward the distant silhouette of the Edwards Plateau. The air here carries a weight of moisture and cedar, often settling into the low basin of Heaton Hollow before the morning sun can burn the haze away. Those seeking a quiet reprieve find their way to the Wimberley Community Center, a central point of activity that anchors the surrounding woodlands and provides a steady orientation for anyone wandering the nearby terrain. The history of Wimberley is etched into the remains of old mills and the persistence of settlers who recognized the value of these perennial waters for early commerce. Over generations, the local economy shifted from the labor of milling and agriculture to a culture that prizes artistry and the preservation of a slower, deliberate way of life. Visitors often traverse the Old Hancock Trail, following paths that have seen the passage of time and the quiet growth of a place that values its independence from the sprawling density of nearby urban centers. While the proximity to Big Dam Lake offers a different scale of open water, the true character of the locality remains tied to the creek and the limestone bluffs. Life in Wimberley moves with the seasons, marked by the changing quality of light on the white stone and the resilience of a populace that remains deeply connected to the nuances of their land.

About This Wimberley Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Wimberley, Texas — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 29.997436, -98.09862. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Wimberley and Hays County.

Detailed location data for Wimberley includes the ZIP code (78676), telephone area code (512, 737), county seat of Hays County (San Marcos), and school district assignment (Wimberley Independent School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Wimberley is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.