Did you know that the Palo Duro Canyon State Park only covers part of the Canyon? Some of the Canyon is owned by the Elkins Ranch; and they offer some of the most interesting and exciting jeep tours of "their" part of the canyon you will ever experience. Elkins Ranch also offers Chuckwagon breakfasts and suppers during the summer season... more

We visited this park enroute from Dallas to Albuquerque, but it would be worth making a special trip to the Amarillo area just to see this slightly smaller version of the Grand Canyon. The park road actually descends to the bottom of the canyon, fording the Prairie Dog Town Fork of the Red River six times. There are plenty of... more

The Texas Play is produced evenings at 8:30 in the bottom of the canyon. There is no way to describe the experience and pictures on travel brochures do not come close to doing this event justice. There are fireworks at the end, and much more. The best thing I have ever stumbled upon on a roadtrip. Unbelievable. more

If you have been to Amarillo or perhaps live in Amarillo and have never been out to Palo Duro Canyon to see their Texas Musical Drama... you haven't experienced TEXAS! Not only will you surprised by the show but as you slowly drive down the canyon, you will be surprised by natures beauty (it was actually green too). The show... more

Palo Duro Canyon is beautiful and impressive with lots of fun activities: 1) See "Texas," the play, but be warned that it is a full length play lasting about three hours with a few too many songs. The fancy impressive set is located at the base of the canyon. 2) The food provided by the Big Texan Steak Ranch which... more

We stopped here on our way back from New Mexico at Christmas time and were only expecting to spend the day but found it too beautiful to leave.We ended up renting one of the cabins located at the rim of the park (Lighthouse cabin) and stayed 2 nights.The cabin wasnt fancy but nice and cozy with a beautiful view of... more

For those camping at the Park, beware of the cyclists, as in you can't swing a dead cat without hitting one. Theyre everywhere and anywhere. Yes cyclists, i acknowledge youre right to exist and i'm even willing to share the road with you. All I'm asking is that you dont plow me over when my wife and i decide to... more

I've wanted to see this place for years so when I was 150 miles from there on vacation I decided to go. It cost $4.00 to enter. It is well worth it. You can do the 15 mile drive through and get out many places and take pictures or just hike and explore. There are many campsites in the park.... more

We went over the July 4th Holiday. We got there early and stayed the first night at the Holiday Inn Express. There 2br/2bth suite is extremely spacious with sm Frig and Microwave. $135/nt! Great nights rest before the big Adventure. We stayed 3 nights in the park in the Lighthouse Cabin. They have a ttl of three cabins. These are... more