Hemphill County

Hemphill County is a county in Texas's Panhandle region that spans rolling plains with the Canadian River flowing through its northern area. The seat is located in Canadian, a small city serving as the administrative center.

Founded in 1887 and named after John Hemphill, the county was established after indigenous peoples including Apache, Comanche, and Kiowa left the region in 1875. This marked a transition in how the land would be settled and developed.

Agriculture and ranching shape how people use the land here, with wheat fields and pastures marking the landscape across generations. These activities remain visible in how the countryside is organized and maintained today.

Two main highways, U.S. 60 and U.S. 83, cross through the county and connect it to nearby communities and larger centers. These routes make it easy to navigate and reach other parts of the region.

The Buffalo Wallow Fight of 1874 was a military clash between U.S. Army forces and Native American tribes that took place within the county's boundaries. This battle represents a pivotal moment in the region's frontier conflicts.

Location: Texas

Inception: 1887

Capital city: Canadian

Shares border with: Lipscomb County, Wheeler County, Roger Mills County, Roberts County, Gray County, Ellis County

Website: http://co.hemphill.tx.us

GPS coordinates: 35.83000,-100.28000

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:42