Frio County, TX is situated along the Frio River in southwestern Texas near Uvalde and was named after Spanish explorer Blas María de la Garza Falcón who explored this region during his travels back in 1766. It has a population around 20,500 according to 2017 estimates and attractions such as Concan – known for its recreational activities like swimming at Garner State Park & golfing at Frio Country Club; Uvalde – home to several historical sites like Fort Inge Historical Site offering tours to visitors; Lost Maples State Natural Area – featuring hiking trails & scenic views of canyons and hillsides.