Archeological Sites at Mackenzie Reservoir and Tule Canyon
Before this area was covered by Mackenzie Reservior, evidence of human occupancy was found at 77 recorded archeological sites. The earliest artifacts date back 10,000 years to a bison kill. Prehistoric occupancy is indicated by burial sites, shallow hearths, and stone tools. Gun flints, glass beads, and metal objects confirm 18th century European contact. By 1874 Col. Ranald S. Mackenzie's 4th Cavalry had driven the Indians from the Tule Canyon area which had been a lush grazing ground for buffalo and antelope. (1979)
34.5497° N, 101.4382° W
Where to Find It
From Silverton, 11.4 mi. NW to Lake Mackenzie, marker is at overlook inside main entrance, 200 feet W of SH 207
Nearby Markers
- 3.2 mi N Milo Cemetery Silverton
- 7.5 mi SW Two Miles North of Here Tulia
- 7.9 mi NW Vigo Park Methodist Church Tulia
- 8.5 mi S Site of Celtic Post Office Silverton
- 9.1 mi SE Pleasant Lafayette Crawford House Silverton
- 9.1 mi SE First Baptist Church of Silverton Silverton