2019 Map of Hindes

About this map

Hindes serves as the primary settlement hub in this South Texas landscape where the boundaries of Frio, Atascosa, La Salle, and McMullen counties converge. The terrain is defined by an intricate network of seasonal drainage, most notably the winding course of San Miguel Cr and its many tributaries like Mustang Cr and Liveoak Cr. These waterways historically dictated ranching boundaries and road placement in this semi-arid region. Large-scale water management for agricultural or livestock use is evident through the presence of McNeel Lake and Jess McNeel Lake Number 3, which stand out as significant landmarks in an area otherwise dominated by open ranch land and brush country. A grid of rural routes, including Hindes Rd, Prince Rd, and Hinsley Ranch Rd, provides access across the multi-county lines, reflecting a late 20th-century ranching economy.