Yellow House Canyon, Natural canyon near Lubbock, Texas, US.
Yellow House Canyon extends 32 kilometers, beginning at the junction of Blackwater Draw and Yellow House Draw, continuing southeast toward the Llano Estacado.
The canyon witnessed the final battle between Native American tribes and buffalo hunters in Lubbock County during March 1877.
The North Fork Double Mountain Fork Brazos River flows through the canyon, which features yellow cliffs that influenced its name from XIT Ranch heritage.
The Canyon Lakes park system within Lubbock incorporates several dams forming narrow lakes for water activities and recreational opportunities.
Buffalo Springs Lake submerges natural springs that continue flowing beneath its waters, while Lake Ransom Canyon supports a residential community.
Location: Texas
GPS coordinates: 33.52806,-101.65904
Latest update: May 12, 2025 13:49
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