Population57,015 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
Rocky Shores and Underground Discoveries Await
Burnet County, TexasBurnet County combines Edwards Plateau terrain with communities shaped by railroads, stone and the development of the Colorado River lakes. Burnet is the county seat, while Marble Falls and neighboring towns offer other starting points. Inks Lake and Longhorn Cavern state parks give visitors two different ways to encounter the landscape. Build an itinerary around your preferred mix of water, geology and community stops, allowing for the distances between them.
Burnet County at a Glance
Population57,015 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
County SeatBurnet
Largest CityMarble Falls
Established1854
ZIP Codes13
Total Area1,021 sq mi (2,640 km 2 )
Major RoutesU.S. Highway 183 U.S. Highway 281 State Highway 29 State Highway 71 Loop 308 Spur 191
Area Code512 / 737 / 830
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Burnet County
Created in 1852 and organized in 1854, Burnet County honors David Gouverneur Burnet, the provisional president of the Republic of Texas. Fort Croghan and early settlements belong to its nineteenth-century history, followed by railroad connections that influenced places such as Bertram and Marble Falls. During the Depression, major public works changed the region again. Construction associated with Buchanan and Inks dams linked employment, infrastructure and the landscape that later visitors would come to know.
Inks Lake State Park and Longhorn Cavern State Park make a useful pair for understanding the county’s natural variety. One centers on a lake landscape; the other offers access to a cavern through paid guided tours, with free access to the park grounds. Check the official park pages for current conditions and tour arrangements. Leave room in the itinerary for Burnet, Marble Falls or another nearby community rather than trying to cover the entire county at once.
What Shapes Us
Rails and Public Works
Railroad development and later dam construction each changed the county’s connections and opportunities. These projects form useful chapters in a wider story of community growth.
Above and Below
The contrast between Inks Lake and Longhorn Cavern gives visitors two perspectives on the landscape, from open water and rocky shores to underground geological formations.
A Network of Towns
Burnet, Marble Falls, Bertram and neighboring communities give the county several centers of activity. Choose a starting point that fits your plans and travel route.
Lakes, stone and hometown stories connect the generations here.
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Burnet County
Our County. Our Stories.
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News & resources for Burnet County
Local reporting when available, plus statewide Texas news and official resources.
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County Resources
Useful connections for everyday life
Find public information and services through the county and relevant service providers.
Government
County & local resources
Burnet County government
Public offices, departments, records and resident services.
Burnet County Tax Office — vehicle titles and registration
Tax office information, payments and available services.
Food, housing & family support
Central Texas Food Bank — food assistance
Regional food-bank network serving Burnet County. Find a nearby pantry or distribution and confirm its schedule before visiting.
Central Texas Food Bank — food assistance — details and contacts
2-1-1 Texas — local assistance
Search community assistance by location and type of need, including food, housing and family support.
Texas HHS — local family support
Search family-support programs and local services for parents and caregivers.
Schools
County & local resources
Marble Falls ISD
School and district information, contacts and educational resources.
Child care & learning
Texas Child Care Connection — scholarships
Review child-care scholarship information and the application process for families who need care while working or attending education or training.
Texas Child Care Connection — scholarships — details and contacts
Burnet County — AgriLife Extension
Find county Extension contacts, local educational programs and 4-H information.
Hospitals
County & local resources
Ascension Seton Highland Lakes — Critical Access Hospitals
Health services and information about finding local assistance.
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Marble Falls — Acute Care Hospitals
Health services and information about finding local assistance.
Health, aging & caregiver support
Texas WIC — office locator
Find a nearby WIC office and contact it about appointments, nutrition support and eligibility.
Aging and Disability Resource Centers
Find the regional center that helps older adults, people with disabilities and caregivers explore services and support.
Aging and Disability Resource Centers — details and contacts
Local mental and behavioral health authorities
Use the Texas HHS directory to find the authority serving your county and its contact information.
Local mental and behavioral health authorities — details and contacts
Public Safety
Call 911 for an immediate emergency. Use the directory entry to locate the sheriff’s office, and confirm current non-emergency contact details with the county.
County & local resources
Burnet County Sheriff — state directory entry
Sheriff’s office information, public safety resources and non-emergency contacts.
Emergency Services
For an immediate emergency, call 911. These links provide emergency planning, coordination and recovery information.
County & local resources
Texas Division of Emergency Management — Region 8 serving Burnet County
Emergency preparedness, local alerts and response information.
Prepare before an emergency
Texas Ready — emergency planning materials
Download emergency plans, supply checklists and preparedness materials in English and Spanish.
Texas Ready — emergency planning materials — details and contacts
State Parks
County & local resources
Inks Lake State Park
Park locations, visitor information and current access details.
Longhorn Cavern State Park
Park locations, visitor information and current access details.
Trails
No qualifying named local trail with a verified route or access information was verified for Burnet County in the reviewed sources as of October 3, 2026. This is a limitation of this guide’s verified list, not a statement that none exists. Other sourced outdoor options appear in the local directory below.
Utilities
Water utilities listed for the county. Confirm the provider for your specific address; service territories vary within county lines.
County & local resources
CITY OF GRANITE SHOALS
Utility services, consumer information and provider contacts.
CITY OF HIGHLAND HAVEN
Utility services, consumer information and provider contacts.
DOUBLE HORN CREEK WSC
Utility services, consumer information and provider contacts.
SILVER CREEK VILLAGE WSC
Utility services, consumer information and provider contacts.
WHITEWATER SPRINGS WSC
Utility services, consumer information and provider contacts.
Help with household costs
Help for Texans — housing and utility assistance
Find local providers for utility bills, housing, weatherization and accessibility repairs. Providers handle applications; availability and eligibility vary.
Help for Texans — housing and utility assistance — details and contacts
Libraries
County & local resources
Accessible reading & library services
Texas Talking Book Program
Learn about accessible library services for qualifying Texans with visual, physical or reading disabilities.
Courts
Use the named county court links or search the official Texas courts directory by county and court name. Confirm the hearing or filing location directly; a regional court may serve more than one county.
County & local resources
Burnet County — County Court (County Constitutional Court)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Burnet County — 33rd District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Burnet County — 424th District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Burnet County — County Court at Law (County Court at Law)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Burnet County — Precinct 1 Place 1 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Burnet County — Precinct 2 Place 1 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Burnet County — Precinct 3 Place 1 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Burnet County — Precinct 4 Place 1 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Burnet County — County Clerk Office (County Clerk Office)
County clerk services, public records and office information.
Burnet County — District Clerk Office (District Clerk Office)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Find legal assistance
TexasLawHelp — legal help directory
Search legal-aid organizations by counties covered and area of legal help. Each organization determines service availability and eligibility.
DMV
For local vehicle titles and registration, start with the county tax office. Texas DPS handles driver licenses.
County & local resources
Burnet County Tax Office
Tax office information, payments and available services.
Texas resources
Buying or selling a vehicle
Vehicle registration, licensing and office information.
Apply for a Texas driver license
Vehicle registration, licensing and office information.
Driver license appointments
Vehicle registration, licensing and office information.
Transportation
These agencies or county departments serve local transportation needs. Check routes, service boundaries, eligibility and advance booking with the provider.
Texas resources
Capital Area Rural Transportation System
Transportation services, routes and travel information.
Postal Services
Local postal facilities listed in USPS property records. Confirm retail hours, available services and temporary closures with USPS before visiting.
County & local resources
National resources
USPS — confirm local hours and services
Postal locations, mailing services and address information.
Veterans
County & local resources
Burnet County veterans service contact — 830-265-8403
Veterans services, benefits information and support resources.
Employment
County & local resources
Job search & employment support
Workforce Solutions — find an office
Find nearby workforce offices for job-search, training and employer services.
Vocational rehabilitation — office lookup
Find a vocational rehabilitation office to discuss employment services for people with disabilities.
Vocational rehabilitation — office lookup — details and contacts
A little local knowledge goes a long way
Find practical information before you visit or make a move.
Helpful Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Start with the essentials, then follow the source links for more detail.
Burnet is the county seat of Burnet County, Texas.
The county overview lists Marble Falls as its largest community.
The total area is 1,021 sq mi (2,640 km 2 ), including land and water.
Use the Burnet County government website for county offices and public information.
Entry into the cavern is by paid guided tour. The grounds of Longhorn Cavern State Park have free admission. Check the official page for current tour arrangements.
Inks Lake State Park offers a different landscape for a combined outing. Allow time for travel and check access conditions at both parks.
Devil’s Waterhole is at Inks Lake State Park. The park’s official visitor information describes the area and current conditions for planning a visit.
Trailblazer Grille is one option. Home-style food in Burnet; check the restaurant’s current menu and event calendar.
Title Euphoria is one option. Browse new and used books, literary gifts and games.
Rustic Pearl Boutique is one option. A local boutique listed in the Burnet chamber’s shopping directory.
Hamilton Creek Park is one option. Walk beside the creek or use the covered picnic areas. Check posted park conditions.
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Find Something Fun
Make time for a local discoveryPlan your day around places and experiences in the county.
Kids’ Fun
- Randy Longoria Park — A public park with a playground, pavilion and restrooms.
- Highland Lakes Squadron aviation museum — See historic aircraft and aviation artifacts in a working museum. Check open days before traveling.
- Fort Croghan Museum & Grounds — Explore local history and historic buildings. Check the calendar for demonstrations and family events.
Restaurants
- Trailblazer Grille — Home-style food in Burnet; check the restaurant’s current menu and event calendar.
- Bill’s Burgers, Wings & Things — Burgers, wings and casual meals in Burnet.
- El Rancho Mexican Restaurant — Burnet — Jalisco-inspired Mexican food at the Burnet location on East Polk Street.
Shopping & Retail
- Title Euphoria — Browse new and used books, literary gifts and games.
- CaroLees Antiques & More — An antiques-shopping stop on East Jackson Street in Burnet.
- Burnet Antique Mall — Explore antique finds on South Main Street.
Clothing & Boutiques
- Rustic Pearl Boutique — A local boutique listed in the Burnet chamber’s shopping directory.
- Two Black Cadillacs Boutique — Browse clothing and accessories; consult the linked chamber listing for current business details.
- XLR8 Embroidery, Dance & Athletic Wear — Find dance and athletic wear in Burnet, alongside embroidery services.
Outdoor Fun
- Hamilton Creek Park — Walk beside the creek or use the covered picnic areas. Check posted park conditions.
- Haley-Nelson Park — Enjoy open recreation space and sports fields in Burnet.
- Reveille Peak Ranch — A ranch-based outdoor recreation destination. Check permitted activities, access and fees before visiting.
Free Things To Do
- Fort Croghan history visit — Visit the museum and grounds with free admission. Donations are welcome; check current opening days.
- Highland Lakes Squadron museum visit — The museum lists free admission and welcomes donations. Special events and flights may have separate charges.
- Historic Burnet walking tour — Use the city’s downloadable brochure for a self-guided walk past historic buildings. Interior visits and purchases are separate.
Every place has a story.Find Your Next Favorite.