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1964 Map of Circle Bluff

Name: 1964 Topographic Map of Circle Bluff
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1966
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1966

About this map

The Frio River and East Frio River carve deep, winding canyons through this section of Real County, defining a landscape of high bluffs and numerous named hollows. In the mid-1960s, this area remained largely rural, centered on established landholdings like Hillcrest Ranch and the Perry Ranch. The presence of the Butt Foundation Camp along a bend in the river indicates the region's transition toward recreation and youth development during this era.

Genealogists and local historians will find the Cypress Creek Cem near Highway 83 a significant point of interest for tracing early settler roots. The map captures a complex network of seasonal drainages and springs, including Panther Spring and Big Spring, which were vital water sources in this limestone-heavy terrain. Distinctive landmarks like Brown Bluff and Circle Bluff Creek provide clear geographical markers for those studying the natural history of the Texas Hill Country.