Palo Duro Canyon State Park

Open — Open year-round with sites available for reservation. Most of the park is currently under a boil water notice, including all overnight and day-use areas except the rim cabins. A burn ban is in effect with no ash-producing fires allowed, but containerized fuel stoves with shut-off valves are permitted for cooking.

About

Palo Duro Canyon State Park, known as the Grand Canyon of Texas, is the second largest canyon in the United States and offers a stunning natural landscape in the heart of the Texas Panhandle. The canyon stretches across elevations from 2,759 to 3,463 feet and features colorful layered rock formations and diverse terrain. The park offers extensive camping options for all types of campers. The Juniper, Mesquite, Sagebrush, and Hackberry camping areas provide 97 sites with water and electric hookups that can accommodate RVs up to 60 feet at some sites. For tent campers, the Fortress Cliff area offers 18 drive-up sites with water nearby. Backcountry hikers can access primitive camping areas at least a half-mile from parking. The park also features equestrian campsites with corrals for visitors bringing horses. Outdoor recreation includes over 30 miles of hiking, biking, and equestrian trails, with the famous Lighthouse Trail being a park highlight. The park sets aside 1,500 acres specifically for horseback riding. During summer months, the Pioneer Amphitheater hosts the TEXAS Outdoor Musical, a family-friendly production featuring singing, dancing, and fireworks. Amenities include restrooms with showers, a visitor center with a park store, and The Trading Post on the canyon floor offering food and souvenirs.

Directions

From Amarillo, take Interstate 27 south to State Highway 217, then go east for 8 miles to reach the park entrance.

Nearby Campgrounds