Lake Dunlap Texas Map

About Lake Dunlap, Texas

Lake Dunlap is a locality in Guadalupe County, Texas, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,411. The population density is 316.6 people per km². Lake Dunlap is located at 29.6758°N, 98.0722°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 78130.

Lake Dunlap unfurls its placid surface under a wide Texas sky, a tranquil reservoir where the Guadalupe River once flowed more freely. It lies 3.7 miles east-south-east of New Braunfels, TX (from New Braunfels, TX: bearing 121°T), and is situated 9.8 miles north-west of Seguin. Gentle hills, cloaked in the resilient green of live oaks and cedar, embrace the water's edge, their slopes softened by the persistent Texas sun. The air here carries the faint, sweet perfume of honeysuckle and the earthy scent of damp soil after a summer shower, a subtle perfume that clings to the humid afternoons. Here and there, weathered docks jut out into the cool, clear depths, their timbers bleached by years of sun and water, inviting quiet contemplation or the splash of a jumping fish. The character of Lake Dunlap is one of quiet repose, a place where the land and water have found a comfortable, enduring harmony. This stretch of the Guadalupe River was tamed in the early 20th century, a dam built to harness its power and create a more predictable waterway for agriculture and burgeoning industry. The fertile lands surrounding Lake Dunlap have long supported cattle ranches and cotton fields, their bounty historically shaping the local economy. While the agricultural roots remain, the lake itself has become a significant draw, fostering a vibrant recreational economy. Boating, fishing, and watersports are the lifeblood of many lakeside businesses, with families gathering on weekends to enjoy the cool embrace of the water. The spirit of Lake Dunlap is one of enduring connection to the land and the river, a place where the echoes of past generations mingle with the present-day laughter of those who find solace and joy on its shimmering waters.

About This Lake Dunlap Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Lake Dunlap, Texas — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 29.675781, -98.07223. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Lake Dunlap and Guadalupe County.

Detailed location data for Lake Dunlap includes the ZIP code (78130), telephone area code (210), county seat of Guadalupe County (Seguin), and school district assignment (New Braunfels Independent School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Lake Dunlap is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.