[7] Wimberley started as a trading post settlement near Cypress Creek in 1848, the year Hays County was organized.

Over the years, the mill was expanded to process lumber, shingles, flour, molasses, and cotton.

The mill is gone, but Winter's home survives and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

[citation needed] In 1880, Alfred vom Stein, a postmaster from San Marcos, applied to have a post office established in the community, calling it "Wimberleyville".

Although the mill was shut down in 1925, the community was established and grew, becoming known as a resort town and popular with tourists.

Wimberley Square has various locally owned businesses, including boutiques, art galleries, antique shops, and eateries.

Cypress Creek runs through the Square, allowing for a scenic area for recreation and relaxation.

[10] Today, there are shops that sell gothic, gypsy, and occult memorabilia like sage, candles, incense, and healing stones.

Climbing the 208 steps to the top gives visitors a full 360-degree view of the Wimberley Valley and is best enjoyed during sunrise.

It is important to note that there are some rules and regulations regarding Mount Baldy, such as the prohibition of fire, littering, drones, loud music, alcohol, glass and styrofoam, and tree climbing.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has an area of 9.0 square miles (23.2 km2), all land.

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