Junction Texas and Kimball County: Set in the heart of Kimball County, lies the small town of Junction, Texas. Cool rivers pass along huge stretches of Junction. Known as “The Land of Living Waters,” the ranching community nestles into a fertile valley where the Llano River forms. The North and South Llano rivers attract outdoor enthusiasts and plenty of wildlife. Kimball County encircles Junction with over 1200 square miles of prime hunting territory.
Junction sits at a crossroads about 100 miles northwest of San Antonio and 120 miles west of Austin, Texas. Major highways pass through the area, including Interstate 10 and US Highways 83, 290, and 377. Fly private planes into Kimble County Airport and connect with commercial carriers in San Angelo.
Down Home Hospitality
Casual and vibrant, Junction offers many amenities. Approximately 4600 friendly residents fan out into Kimble County and 2500 live in Junction itself. Start with good food and shops, river play, hunting, and scenic drives. Grab a bite at Sunshine Café & Bakery or slip into Coopers for BBQ or Isaack’s for steak. Folks gather for outdoor dances and concerts, parades, and great events. Take in the Crawfish Boil, the Billie Sale, or the Kimble Kow Kick. Check out the history in Junction at Rough Riders Memorial, Kimble County Historical Museum, and OJ Fisher Museum.
Explore Outdoors
It is easy to get outdoors in Junction. There are many parks, including the 507-acre South Llano State Park. For a small community, Junction lays out the welcome mat at recreational facilities. Dive into 8 swimming pools, choose from several golf courses, and get out on the tennis courts. Camp, mountain biking, and do a little bird watching at Walter Buck State Wildlife Management Area as well.
Llano River beckons. Family and friends find time for tubing, canoeing, fishing, fly fishing, kayaking, or a swim in the river. Close by, the San Saba River boasts large oaks and rocky cliffs and waterfalls and the powerful scenery can be distracting during a fishing or kayak trip. And it can be topped off with a hunting expedition and more Hill Country adventure.
Schools
Most students attend schools operated by Junction Independent School District, although students in outlying areas attend Harper and Mason schools. In addition, Texas Tech University Center at Junction offers broad spectrum of programs for graduate and undergraduate students.
Kimble County
Kimball County boasts more water than any other Texas county. Along the rivers are hundreds of natural springs. Kimble County is bordered by the following seven counties: Menard (NE), Mason (NE), Gillespie (E), Kerr (SD), Edwards (SW), Sutton (W), and Schleicher (NW). Although Junction is the hub, Kimble County includes London, an unincorporated community, and several historic towns and landmarks.
Real Estate Agents Junction Texas
Visit or come and stay. For more information about real estate in Hill Country, please contact Big Texas Land Company at (325) 215-2100 office or (281) 406-6914 cell.