This state park is centered on a very large canyon just south of Amarillo, Texas. The scenery is impressive, with multi-colored strata and nice hikes. There are several tent campgrounds and three major RV areas. Although the other two RV areas are said to have more wildlife, the Mesquite RV area has the best sites and is in an impressive... More

What a celestial view! Canyons everywhere with a variety of foliage, animals, and birds. The atmosphere is so fresh and crisp. You can actually see the formation of the canyons. Especially when walking any of the 10 trails. The Park has a Museum Store, a Trading Post, Interpretive Theater, an Old West Stables area that offers horseback rides, and a... More

Next time you are in Amarillo, save a day to go to Palo Duro Canyon! The drive out there was about 40 minutes from where we stayed. The scenery on the drive out there is flat and you can see for miles and miles and then you arrive at the canyon - right in the middle of nowhere! It's is... More

I thought this was awesome. Did a nice little hike by myself and enjoyed every second. I was not there on a very busy day which I heard it could get very busy so that probably helped. It was gorgeous out and got some amazing pictures because of it.

We had some free time while on a family trip to Amarillo. Palo Duro Canyon was within 40 minutes of our hotel so we went. The view was spectacular and access to the park was easy. We didn't have to do a lot of walking at all. You can see a lot of great views from your car. We went... More

Situated just south of Amarillo, on the dry and dusty plains of the Texas panhandle, Palo Duro Canyon is a surprising find in this super flat topography. While billed as the second largest canyon after the Grand, it really doesn't even come close, except for it's length. Nonetheless, it's a pretty cool place to visit, especially if you know a... More

Just when we gave up looking for true nature around Lubbock, TX, we found this gem. Beautiful views, very user friendly, our kids loved it and we were able to sit back and enjoy the air. If you have kids, there is a cave that you can climb to on the road, just ask at the gate.

We just visited Palo Duro Canyon State Park in Canyon, TX. It is Texas' second largest park. It is the Grand Canyon of Texas. The rock formations are simply awesome. There are many trails, horse riding designated trails, there are camp grounds, cabins, restaurants, Park Museum, Trading Post, and Interpretive Theater, wildlife viewing areas.The Canyon is 120 miles long and... More

It is cheap to get into the park and it is a great place to go see regardless if you just want to drive through or if you want to stop and hike