2013 Map of Martindale

About this map

The San Marcos River snakes through this Central Texas landscape, defining the character and development of the riverfront communities of Martindale, Staples, and Fentress. In this 2013 survey, the area retains a distinct rural layout anchored by family-named landmarks and historical burial grounds. Genealogists will find a high density of small cemeteries scattered across the terrain, including Kennedy Cem, Humphrey Cem, Tuttle Cem, and Isidora Cem, many located near old creek crossings like Hemphill Cr and Morrison Cr. Transport and recreation are evident in the proximity of Fentress Airpark and the various named lakes, such as Langford Lake and Grouskay-Fisher Lake, which support the agricultural and social life of the region. The map captures a moment where traditional land use meets modern rural residential growth, seen in the branching road networks of Martindale Falls Rd and Scull Rd near the river’s edge.