Population53,289 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
Hill Country Communities Beneath the Evening Sky
Kendall County, TexasKendall County places Boerne and surrounding communities within the Edwards Plateau landscape. Boerne is the county seat, and the area’s history includes German immigration during the nineteenth century. Old Tunnel State Park provides a distinctive outdoor destination associated with seasonal bat viewing and railroad history. Combine community exploration with a carefully planned park visit, using current visitor information to choose the right season and understand the arrangements for evening access.
Kendall County at a Glance
Population53,289 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
County SeatBoerne
Largest CityBoerne
Established1862
ZIP Codes9
Total Area663 sq mi (1,720 km 2 )
Major RoutesInterstate 10 U.S. Highway 87 ( Old Spanish Trail ) U.S. Highway 87 Business (Main Street) U.S. Highway 87 Business ( Old Spanish Trail ) State Highway 27 ( Old Spanish Trail ) State Highway 46 Farm To Market Road 289 ( Old Spanish Trail ) Farm to Market Road 1621 Farm to Market Road 3351 Ranch to Market Road 473 Ranch to Market Road 474 Ranch to Market Road 1376 Ranch to Market Road 3160 (formerly part of FM 3351); Old Spanish Trail (auto trail) Glacier to Gulf Highway
Area Code830
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Kendall County
Kendall County takes its name from George Wilkins Kendall, a journalist and correspondent during the Mexican–American War. The county belongs to the Texas region associated with German immigration in the nineteenth century, a connection that helps place its communities within a wider cultural landscape. Boerne serves as the county seat. At Old Tunnel State Park, a former railroad setting adds another historical thread, allowing a visit to connect transportation history with the natural life now associated with the tunnel.
Old Tunnel State Park combines a short nature trail with seasonal opportunities to watch bats. Evening bat viewing requires advance tickets under the park’s current rules, and visitors should bring drinking water. Use the park’s own information to check the season, viewing arrangements and restrictions before traveling. Boerne offers a separate community base within the county; plan the distance to the park deliberately so that an evening visit fits comfortably into the day.
What Shapes Us
Boerne and Beyond
Boerne serves as the county seat within an Edwards Plateau setting. The wider county includes other communities and destinations that reward planning beyond a single town.
Seasonal Bat Viewing
Old Tunnel State Park offers seasonal bat viewing with advance ticket requirements for evening access. Check the park’s current details before making a special trip.
Cultural Connections
German immigration forms part of the county’s historical context. That regional connection provides a useful starting point for exploring the stories of its individual communities.
Hill Country history and natural rhythms invite a closer look.
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Kendall County
Our County. Our Stories.
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Local reporting when available, plus statewide Texas news and official resources.
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County Resources
Useful connections for everyday life
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Government
County & local resources
Kendall County government
Public offices, departments, records and resident services.
Kendall County Tax Office — vehicle titles and registration
Tax office information, payments and available services.
Food, housing & family support
San Antonio Food Bank — food assistance
Regional food-bank network serving Kendall County. Find a nearby pantry or distribution and confirm its schedule before visiting.
San Antonio Food Bank — food assistance — details and contacts
2-1-1 Texas — local assistance
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Texas HHS — local family support
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Schools
County & local 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
Kendall County — AgriLife Extension
Find county Extension contacts, local educational programs and 4-H information.
Hospitals
The operator explicitly describes a freestanding ER in Boerne. This is not presented as a full inpatient hospital. For an immediate emergency, call 911.
County & local resources
Methodist ER Boerne — freestanding emergency room
Health services and information about finding local assistance.
Health, aging & caregiver support
Texas WIC — office locator
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Aging and Disability Resource Centers
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Aging and Disability Resource Centers — details and contacts
Local mental and behavioral health authorities
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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
Kendall 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 6 serving Kendall 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
Guadalupe River State Park
Park locations, visitor information and current access details.
Old Tunnel State Park
Park locations, visitor information and current access details.
Trails
Texas resources
Guadalupe River State Park — Interactive Trails Map
Outdoor recreation, routes and visitor planning information.
Utilities
Water utilities listed for the county. Confirm the provider for your specific address; service territories vary within county lines.
County & local resources
SHERWOOD-MT PISGAH WSC
Utility services, consumer information and provider contacts.
EICHHOLZ WATER SERVICES
Utility services, consumer information and provider contacts.
FOOTHILLS MOBILE HOME RANCH
Utility services, consumer information and provider contacts.
KENDALL COUNTY WCID 1
Utility services, consumer information and provider contacts.
KENDALL COUNTY WCID 3A
Utility services, consumer information and provider contacts.
STARVIEW ESTATES WATER SYSTEM
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
Kendall County — County Court (County Constitutional Court)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Kendall County — 451st District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Kendall County — 498th District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Kendall County — Precinct 1 Place 1 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Kendall County — Precinct 2 Place 1 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Kendall County — Precinct 3 Place 1 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Kendall County — Precinct 4 Place 1 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Kendall County — County Clerk Office (County Clerk Office)
County clerk services, public records and office information.
Kendall County — District Clerk Office (District Clerk Office)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Kendall County — Boerne (Municipal)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
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TexasLawHelp — legal help directory
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DMV
For local vehicle titles and registration, start with the county tax office. Texas DPS handles driver licenses.
County & local resources
Kendall 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
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Driver license appointments
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Transportation
These agencies or county departments serve local transportation needs. Check routes, service boundaries, eligibility and advance booking with the provider.
County & local resources
Alamo Area COG – Alamo Regional Transit – ART
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
Boerne Post Office — Carrier Annex
Postal locations, mailing services and address information.
Waring Post Office — Mpo/Modular Bldg
Postal locations, mailing services and address information.
National resources
USPS — confirm local hours and services
Postal locations, mailing services and address information.
Veterans
County & local resources
Kendall County veterans service contact — (830) 249-9343
Veterans services, benefits information and support resources.
Employment
County & local resources
Workforce Solutions Alamo — 124 E BANDERA RD STE 401
, BOERNE, 78006
Employment opportunities, job-search assistance and workforce services.
Job search & employment support
Workforce Solutions — find an office
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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
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Helpful Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Start with the essentials, then follow the source links for more detail.
Boerne is the county seat of Kendall County, Texas.
The county overview lists Boerne as its largest community.
The total area is 663 sq mi (1,720 km 2 ), including land and water.
Use the Kendall County government website for county offices and public information.
Old Tunnel State Park requires advance tickets for access after 5 p.m. during bat season. Review the current park rules before traveling. Official information.
Hamby’s is one option. Burgers and ice cream in a casual setting with arcade games.
The Boerne Bookshop is one option. Browse fiction, local-interest titles, history and children’s books.
Ella Blue is one option. A Main Street shop for women’s clothing, shoes and accessories.
Cibolo Trail is one option. Walk or cycle along the creek on a paved route connecting downtown and City Park.
Art al Fresco audio tour is one option. Take the free audio tour of public sculptures around town.
Kinderpark is one option. A fenced playground with shaded equipment, a climbing wall and picnic space.
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Find Something Fun
Make time for a local discoveryPlan your day around places and experiences in the county.
Kids’ Fun
- Kinderpark — A fenced playground with shaded equipment, a climbing wall and picnic space.
- Cascade Caverns — Explore a local cave on a guided visit. Check ticket availability and tour requirements.
- Arrows Active Play Park — An active-play outing in Boerne. Confirm admission and age-appropriate activities before visiting.
Restaurants
- Hamby’s — Burgers and ice cream in a casual setting with arcade games.
- The Dienger Trading Co. — A downtown bistro and bakery in a historic Boerne building.
- Tre Pizzeria — Pizza and pasta near Main Plaza in downtown Boerne.
Shopping & Retail
- The Boerne Bookshop — Browse fiction, local-interest titles, history and children’s books.
- The Christmas Shoppe — Shop seasonal decorations, ornaments and gifts.
- Kiss the Cook — Find kitchen tools, cookware and gifts for home cooks.
Clothing & Boutiques
- Ella Blue — A Main Street shop for women’s clothing, shoes and accessories.
- Celeste — Browse clothing, handbags, shoes and gifts.
- Billy’s Western Wear — Western clothing, boots and hats for adults and children.
Outdoor Fun
- Cibolo Trail — Walk or cycle along the creek on a paved route connecting downtown and City Park.
- Boerne City Lake Park — Plan a lakeside outing. Check park conditions and applicable entrance fees; nonresident fees may apply.
- Old No. 9 Trail — Follow a paved trail with connections to Boerne’s transportation history.
Free Things To Do
- Art al Fresco audio tour — Take the free audio tour of public sculptures around town.
- Historic Walking Tour — Download the free self-guided tour or collect it at the visitor center.
- Cibolo Creek downtown stroll — Walk beside the creek and look for public art and wildlife. Keep wildlife wild by observing without feeding.
Every place has a story.Find Your Next Favorite.