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Palo Duro Canyon State Park

 

City: Canyon | Region: Panhandle Plains

Palo Duro Canyon State Park.

One of the largest state parks, 26,000 acres amid scenic landscape of Palo Duro Canyon. On the tabletop expanse of the Texas High Plains, a branch of the Red River has carved the incredible spires and pinnacles of Palo Duro. Walls plunge almost a thousand feet to the canyon floor, exposing brilliant, multicolored strata. Camping, picnicking, rest rooms and showers, horseback riding and hiking trails. Also, souvenir shop, interpretive center and amphitheater where shows are staged during the summer season. Three newly restored cabins available for overnight rentals located on the canyon rim. For reservations, call 512/389-8900. About 12 miles east of Canyon via Texas 217 and Park Road 5. Admission fee.

Within park is historical marker citing last great Indian battle in Texas. On a sweep across the High Plains in 1874, the famous Col. Ranald S. Mackenzie, leading troops of 4th Cavalry from Fort Richardson discovered huge camp of Indians in the canyon and forced them to return to their own territory.

Activity Details

Address: 11450 Park Rd. 5
Zip Code: 79015
Telephone #: 512/389-8900
Web Page: www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findade
st/parks/palo_duro/