Tilden
Settled 1858 as Rio Frio. Later called "Dog Town" because ranchers used many dogs to round up cattle. 1871 townsite was laid out as Colfax. Made county seat 1877. Renamed for S.J. Tilden, who won popular vote for U.S. President, 1876. Ranching and petroleum center. Noted for fine rural high school, annual rodeo, historic sites. 1966
28.4609° N, 98.5497° W
Where to Find It
At intersection of Highway 16 and Highway 72 in front of Courthouse, Tilden.
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi NE McMullen County Tilden
- <0.1 mi E Dog Town Jail
- <0.1 mi N Old Rock Store Tilden
- 0.1 mi NE Boot Hill Cemetery
- 0.1 mi NE Moses William Hindes
- 0.2 mi NE San Caja Hill