Visitors can fully immerse themselves in the natural beauty and adventure of Palo Duro Canyon. With over 30 miles of scenic trails, the state park offers excellent opportunities for hiking and ...

A self-guided program aimed at educating those who take their pets to Palo Duro Canyon State Park is now available to visitors. The program titled BARK Ranger is more than a list of do’s and don ...

As a cold spell approaches Texas, Palo Duro Canyon State Park staff have been working around the clock to ensure visitor safety. The park has implemented its "weather aware" checklist, preparing ...

Visitors to Palo Duro Canyon can hike more than 30 miles of rugged trails, including the iconic Lighthouse Trail, a moderately difficult 5.6-mile trek to the park's most photographed rock formation.

Palo Duro Canyon State Park, featuring the "Grand Canyon of Texas" with its iconic views and vivid colors, is a "don’t miss" experience not far off the iconic Route 66.

— Palo Duro Canyon State Park features 20,000 acres, many of which can be explored by visitors. Activities include camping, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking and scenic drives.

This year's hike through the Palo Duro Canyon State Park will be about 8 miles along the Lighthouse Trail, with plans to start at 8 a.m. The park opens at 7 a.m. Alonzo, a Marine Corps veteran and ...