Yellow House Canyon, Natural canyon near Lubbock, Texas, US.
Yellow House Canyon is a valley near Lubbock, Texas, that extends from the junction of Blackwater Draw and Yellow House Draw toward the southeastern plain. The North Fork Double Mountain Fork Brazos River runs through it, creating a series of narrow lakes within the Canyon Lakes park system.
The canyon was the site of the final conflict between Native American tribes and buffalo hunters in Lubbock County during 1877. This clash marked the end of an era of tribal presence in the area.
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 valley is accessible for walking and exploring around the narrow lakes within the park system. The area offers easy pathways and water recreation options for visitors of different skill levels.
Buffalo Springs Lake covers natural springs that continue flowing underwater beneath its surface. Lake Ransom Canyon is defined by a residential community that has grown along its shores.
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