Located halfway between Lampasas and Killeen at the intersection of U.S. Highway 190 and Ranch Road 2313, Kempner was originally named Picket Valley. After some trouble with the natives during its early days beginning back in the 1850s, the town of Kempner finally settled with its current name, one that was named after Harris Kempner - director of the Gulf, Colorado and Santa Fe Railway that first came through in 1882.
Kempner offers plenty of recreational opportunities that suit residents of all ages. Whether you're looking for a relaxing day of fishing on the Lampasas River, getting up close and personal with the animals at the Topsey Exotic Ranch or bike ride through nature, you are sure to have a good time. Kempner is known for its small town feel and its availability of homes with acreage. If you're looking for a slower way of life with room to roam and explore, Kempner is the place for you. If you're looking for a town with big shopping malls and mega-stores, you won't find it in Kempner, but everywhere you go there will always be some form of wildlife to observe, from deer and wild turkey to blue jays, cardinals and the wildflowers that blanket the rolling hills.
Served by the Copperas Cove and Lampasas Independent School Districts, Kempner's young residents are provided with an excellent education that teaches students the skills and knowledge to take on a productive role in society. Higher education facilities include Central Texas College and Tarleton State University.
The Kempner real estate market provides its residents with several housing options to suit all homebuyers including single family homes in neighborhoods with acreage and many rural ranches. With wildlife abound and good old country living set against the beautiful Texas landscapes of Lampasas County, Kempner is a warm and inviting community that welcomes residents home each day.
