Tarpley is an unincorporated community in Bandera County, Texas, United States.

A post office named Hondo Cañon opened in 1878 near Williams Creek.

In 1900, a store and blacksmith were attached to the post office and in 1902 a Baptist church opened.

[2][3] In recent years, Tarpley has become known as the site of the famous Mac & Ernie's Roadside Eatery.

[2] The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters.