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Real County — Did You Know …

  • Real County was founded on April 3, 1913, and is named after Julius Real (1860 – 1944), a former member of the Texas State Senate. It was established from parts of Bandera, Edwards, and Kerr counties.
    • “Real” is pronounced as REE-al.
    • This county has no slogan yet.
    • The county covers an area of 700 sq. mi. (2,000 km2).
  • The City of Leakey serves as the county seat.
  • Camp Wood is the largest city in this county.
  • The Hill Country Post and Mission Transition Foundation operate from here.
    • Another non-profit organization that operates from here is Any Baby Can of San Antonio, an agency focused on providing direction for families of children and youth with special needs.

Adjacent Counties

  • Bandera County (East)
  • Edwards County (West)
  • Kerr County (Northeast)
  • Uvalde County (South)

Ghost Towns

  • Vance

Local Attractions

  • Big Springs Ranch
  • Mission Nuestra Senora De La Candelaria Del Canon
  • Rio Frio Landmark Oak Tree
  • The “Quince” Swimming Hole
  • Wildlife Art Museum & Real County Historical Museum

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