1967 Map of Smithwick

About this map

Lake Travis dominates this Texas Hill Country landscape, marking the winding course of the Colorado River as it carves through the rugged limestone terrain of Burnet County. The settlement of Smithwick sits near the eastern bank, while family-history researchers can find numerous small burial grounds scattered across the upland plateaus, including Richland Cem, Pangle Cem, and Richter Cem. To the south, the Spicewood Beach Landing Strip appears near the water's edge at Eagle Bluffs, reflecting the area's mid-century recreational development. The map also documents the intricate drainage systems feeding the river, such as Hickory Creek, Camp Creek, and Double Horn Creek. Notable landmarks like Wildcat Mountain and the sheltered Pleasant Valley provide clear topographical context for the rural holdings and ranch lands identified by the fine dashed fence lines of the era.