About the area |
Hemphill County is one of the 46 "dry" territories in Texas which was named after John Hemphill. With an estimated population of 3350 inhabitants, this community is served by Canadian City as its county seat. Connected by the U.S. Highway 60, U.S. Highway 83, and State Highway 33; this land is the proud neighbor of Lipscomb, Ellis (OK), Roger Mills (OK), Wheeler, and Roberts Counties. Some notable locations in this corner of Texas are Young Ranch, Lake Marvin Campground, Old Military Road Campground, Gageby Church, and Gene Howe Wildlife Management Area. |