Palo Duro Canyon State Park

Texas State Park · Armstrong County

⚠️ Burn Ban

Oct. 20, 2025 - The park is under a burn ban. No ash-producing fires (wood or charcoal) are allowed. You may use containerized fuel stoves with a cut-off valve for cooking.

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Closures
Sept. 4, 2026 - A portion of Park Road 5 and all trails except for CCC, Triassic and Big Cave are closed due to heavy rainfall. Please observe closures for your safety.
Jan. 9, 2026 - The equestrian campsites and equestrian trail are closed for trail maintenance.

Summer Trail Safety
Temperatures in the canyon are often 5-10 degrees hotter than on the rim. Outdoor activities during this time can be dangerous. Stay safe!
Avoid hiking during the heat of the day.
Stay on trails.
Drink 1 liter of water per person, per mile.
Hike with friends.
The following trails will close from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. on days when the National Weather Service issues a heat advisory. Please observe these closures for your safety.
Lighthouse
Comanche
GSL
Rock Garden
Check local weather or contact the park for more information.

Area Closures
The backcountry and nearby areas (including the equestrian area, sponsored youth group area, and backcountry hiking and camping) will be closed on the following dates:
10 p.m. on Dec. 1 to 7:30 a.m. on Dec. 18
The park will be closed beyond the Old West Stables on the following dates:
10 p.m. on Dec. 1 to 7:30 a.m. on Dec. 14
Only permitted hunters will be allowed on these dates.
Contact the park for more information.
Check back for updates.

🔥 Burn ban in effect

Entrance fee$8 / adult

CountyArmstrong

Elevation2,759 - 3,463 ft

CampingYes

RV hookupsElectric & water

Cabins / lodgeYes

Book a campsite Directions Official TPWD page Park map Trail map

About Palo Duro Canyon State Park

Dramatic red clay cliffs, multi-colored rock strata, and the famous Lighthouse rock formation in the second-largest canyon in the nation. Hike, bike, or ride horses along rugged canyon trails, and watch the outdoor musical drama.

Things to do

🥾 Hiking
🚲 Biking
🐎 Equestrian
🐦 Birding
🧭 Geocaching

Amenities & facilities

🏕️ Campsites
🚿 Showers
🛖 Cabins
👥 Group Sites
🚐 RV Dump Station
🌿 Nature Center
♿ Accessible Facilities

RV / campsite hookups

⚡ Electric & Water
💧 Water Only
⛺ Primitive / No Hookups

Camping options

Campsites with Electricity (Juniper)
Campsites with Electricity (Mesquite | Sagebrush)
Campsites with Electricity (Hackberry)
Campsites with Water
Group Camp (Wolfberry)
Group Camp (Youth)

Facility rentals

Pavilions and meeting rooms you can reserve for groups and events.

Group Hall with Kitchen (Mack Dick Pavilion)
Pavilion

Entrance fee

$8 per adult

Hours

Open daily.

Office hours:

7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Gate hours:

7:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Hours as published by TPWD. Check the official page before a long drive.

Contact

Phone806-488-2227

Address11450 Park Road 5, Canyon, TX 79015

Upcoming events at Palo Duro Canyon State Park

Birding HikeSep 11, 2026 · 8:00 AM
Scorpion HikeSep 11, 2026 · 8:30 PM
Explore Bowhunting!Sep 12, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Birding HikeSep 19, 2026 · 8:00 AM
Marvelous MoonSep 19, 2026 · 1:00 PM
Women's HikeSep 26, 2026 · 8:00 AM
Full Moon HikeSep 26, 2026 · 7:15 PM

Event details and registration are on the TPWD calendar.

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