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2016 Map of Longhorn Cavern

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Longhorn Cavern
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Longhorn Cavern and the geological formation known as Sam Bass Arch serve as central landmarks in this pocket of the Texas Hill Country. The terrain is defined by the prominent Backbone Ridge, which overlooks the expansive Backbone Valley to the south. This area, situated along the Llano and Burnet county line, shows a landscape shaped by the Colorado River and Inks Lake in the northwest, transitioning into a network of seasonal creeks like Honey Creek and Backbone Creek.

Genealogical interest is centered around the small settlements of Fairland, Scobee, and Sudduth. These rural communities are anchored by local landmarks such as Fairland Cemetery and the Tobyville Cemetery, alongside the Lakeland Hills Memorial Park. The map documents a complex web of local transit, from the winding Park Road 4 S to numerous ranch roads like Mears Ranch Road, reflecting the area's mix of recreation, ranching, and quiet residential development.