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Journey back in time with 13 historical maps of San Marcos, dating from 1911 to present day. Explore and discover the history of San Marcos through detailed topographic maps, featuring cities, landmarks, and geographical changes.
San Marcos (/ ˌ s æ n ˈ m ɑːr k ə s /) is a city and the county seat of Hays County, Texas, United States. The city is a part of the Greater Austin Metropolitan Area. San Marcos's limits extend into Caldwell and Guadalupe counties, as well. San Marcos is on the Interstate 35 corridor between Austin and San Antonio.
San Marcos, city, seat (1848) of Hays county, south-central Texas, U.S. The city lies on the San Marcos River, 30 miles (50 km) southwest of Austin. Franciscan missionaries probably first saw the river on St. Mark’s Day in 1709.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
From a local canine hero to a notorious bank-robbing gang, and lots of interesting stories in between, history comes alive in the heart of San Marcos. You can also read about some of our favorite local legends here .
There are 7 locally designated historic districts in San Marcos which contain a variety of architecture; six are residential in nature and one is the commercial center of the City.
Jan 23, 2024 · San Marcos has been a popular spot for visitors and locals since roughly 13,000 years ago! Check out our guide to learn more about some of the historically significant sights in San Marcos, and experience for yourself on your next SMTXperience.
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Jul 25, 2007 · Description: San Marcos, Texas in 1881. Bird's Eye View of San Marcos in Hays Co. Texas, 1881. Lithograph. Size and lithographer unknown. Private Collection.
