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What campers say

Palo Duro Canyon State Park offers dramatic canyon scenery and a variety of well-maintained hiking routes, from the popular Lighthouse Trail to quieter backcountry options. The visitor center is informative with friendly staff, and the park provides multiple camping choices - from convenient sites near the trading post to interior loops with newer facilities. Expect little shade on many trails, especially in summer, so bring plenty of water and be cautious with pets; some trails may close after heavy rain. Amenities like restrooms and a park restaurant add convenience, though the park can become busy mid-morning.

Our summary of 11,140 traveler reviews.

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📖 About This Campground

Palo Duro Canyon State Park in Canyon Texas (South of Amarillo) offers primitive, equestrian, and RV camping at multiple campgrounds within the park. Most of the buildings within this state park, protecting a picturesque canyon and desert wild-land, were originally constructed in the 30's by CCC members. Several of the camp loops can accommodate larger RVs with water and electric hookups available.

⭐ 4 Reviews⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.3

Thom Somerville

I grew up in Canyon, it's west of Palo Duro state park. The road down into the canyon is steep but paved, just use low gear and you'll be fine. The park is awesome in the early spring and fall, it gets Hot in the summer but there's lots of big Cotton wood trees. If you've never been to the over crowded Grand Canyon then check Palo Duro it's amazing to drive through with the water crossings and beautiful scenery. There's well maintained restrooms and the camping is great. There's Mule Deer, Turkey, and other critters to.

Thom Somerville Sep 22, 2025

I give it 5 ☆. I didn't see any where to check the stars.

B Thomas

What a great park. Don't let the canyon decent scare you, it's totally worth it to camp on the canyon floor. We made it in with our Class A towing the whole way down. Tons of hiking and rock climbing and plenty of history as well. It is so unbelievably quiet here and you can see all the stars in the sky at night.

Legacy Reviews

Amazing state park. Nice sites for a spring vacation. Great hiking trails and scenery. For a state not known for state parks this one is really nice.