Kendalia, TX
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About Kendalia
- • Singer-songwriter Robert Earl Keen Jr. spent summers in Kendalia at his grandparents' ranch.
- • The Kendalia Halle, a historic dance hall, is considered the oldest dance hall in Texas.
- • Its location along the stagecoach route between San Antonio and Fredericksburg spurred early growth.
- • A large meteorite impact is suspected to have occurred near Kendalia millions of years ago.
- • The devastating flood of 1998 caused significant damage and community rebuilding efforts.
- • Named for prominent settler George Kendall, it was founded in 1880.
- • With around 65 residents, it's smaller than many high school graduating classes.
- • Sitting at 1,686 feet, it offers stunning views of the Texas Hill Country.
- • Ranching and agriculture remain important to the local economy.
- • A peaceful, slow-paced escape defines the feeling of being in Kendalia.
- • The San Antonio Spurs, 30 miles away, won five NBA championships between 1999-2014.
- • Boerne High School, near Kendalia, won the 5A State Football Championship in 2023.
- • The area's geology is characterized by karst topography, with underlying limestone formations.
- • Guadalupe River State Park, featuring river access and natural trails, is a nearby natural landmark.
- • The Guadalupe River flows near Kendalia, providing recreational opportunities.
- • White-tailed deer are a common sight in the area surrounding Kendalia.
- • Texas Hill Country vegetation, including live oak and juniper trees, dominates the flora.