Vanderpool, Texas

Vanderpool is a small unincorporated community in Bandera County in the U.S. state of Texas, in the Texas Hill Country, which is part of the Edwards Plateau. It lies 30 miles (48 km) west of Bandera. Hunting, ranching and tourism are chief contributors to the regional economy. Vanderpool had a population of 22 in 1990. It is considered part of the San Antonio Metropolitan Statistical Area. The area zip code is 78885. The town is named after the first postmaster, L.B. Vanderpool.[1]

The Utopia Independent School District serves area students.

Attractions

Vanderpool is home to the Lone Star Motorcycle Museum, which features over 50 classic motorcycles from 1910 to the modern era.[2] Lost Maples is located a few miles north of town.[3]

Climate

The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Vanderpool has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.[4]

References

  1. ↑ "VANDERPOOL, TX". The Handbook of Texas. Retrieved January 17, 2014.
  2. ↑ Scott Potter (January–February 2006). "Destinations: Lone Star Motorcycle Museum". Motorcycle Classics. Retrieved 2009-08-18.
  3. ↑ "Lost Maples State Natural Area". Texas Parks & Wildlife Department. Retrieved January 17, 2014.
  4. ↑ Climate Summary for Vanderpool, Texas

External links

Coordinates: 29°44′43″N 99°33′18″W / 29.74528°N 99.55500°W / 29.74528; -99.55500


This article is issued from Wikipedia - version of the 4/23/2014. The text is available under the Creative Commons Attribution/Share Alike but additional terms may apply for the media files.