2013 Map of Bend

About this map

The Colorado River carves a deep path through the Texas Hill Country, defining the eastern border of this San Saba and Lampasas county landscape. At the sharpest turn of the river, the settlement of Bend sits near McAnelly Bend, anchored by its local landmarks like the Bend Cem. To the west, the rural community of Chappel serves as a junction for local travel through the rocky terrain. The topography is marked by significant drainages including Cherokee Cr and Bee Cave Cr, which feed the river system across a landscape of named landmarks such as Round Mtn and High Valley. For those interested in the preserved natural history of the region, the northern extent of Colorado Bend State Park is visible along the river's western bank, while family holdings like Barnes Ranch and local sites like Rough Creek Cem speak to the deep-rooted agricultural and ranching history of the area.