Palo Duro Canyon Is The Single Best State Park In Texas And It’s Just Waiting To Be Explored
While “best” is an inherently subjective word, we can’t say we disagree with Travel + Leisure‘s pick for the best state park in Texas. The iconic Palo Duro Canyon – second in size only to the Grand Canyon itself – received the prestigious title, and its vast red rocks and endless miles of trails place the park squarely at the top of any Texan’s bucket list.
You'll find the state park on Park Road 5 in the small Panhandle town of Canyon.
Without the incessant chatter of tourists, you can truly immerse yourself in nature and enjoy the breathtaking scenery to the fullest extent possible.
The trails vary in length and difficulty, so there's something for all ages and skill levels.
It leads to the iconic rock formation of the same name, which juts out from the canyon floor as if to tickle the clouds. Make sure to bring along plenty of water, as most of the heat-related deaths and injuries in the park occur on this trail.
Choose between campsites with water and electricity, tent sites, equestrian sites, or backpack camping areas, as well as cabins on both the canyon rim and floor.
Kicking off with a barbecue dinner, the show details the stories, struggles, and triumphs of early settlers of the Lone Star State. You can expect singing, dancing, fireworks, and lots of laughter! The musical runs Tuesdays through Sundays at the park's Pioneer Amphitheater.
Gate hours are 7 a.m. until 9 p.m. daily.
Visit the park’s website or Facebook page to learn more.
Have you ever visited the Palo Duro Canyon? If so, what’s your favorite thing about the park? Tell us your thoughts in the comments section below! Don’t forget to check out our previous article for more Texas state parks worth visiting.
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Address: Palo Duro Canyon State Park, 11450 State Hwy Park Rd 5, Canyon, TX 79015, USA
