Palo Duro Canyon is the second-largest canyon in the U.S. and second only to Arizona’s Grand Canyon. Located in the Texas ...

Texans kick off the New Year with the First Day Hike at state parks, embracing nature and connection, all while enjoying the ...

Ever feel overwhelmed by the immensity of the night sky and stars? Space is scary like that; it’s mostly void. Up in the Panhandle at Palo Duro Canyon, the earth meets that void. But it’s not scary.

Here's a no brainer for anyone living in the Texas Panhandle and beyond. Palo Duro Canyon State Park, featuring the "Grand Canyon of Texas" with its iconic views and vivid colors, has been rightfully ...

More than 130 participants are expected to take part in the seventh annual “Ruck Up” Memorial Day hike through Palo Duro Canyon on Sunday, May 25. The military-style event honors fallen service ...

We arrived at Palo Duro Canyon State Park—the heart of the canyon—with a crush of day-trippers on Memorial Day afternoon, gawking alongside them at the main overlook. You can’t escape a geology lesson ...

This year marks a major milestone for Doves Rest Cabins, the premier lodging destination on the rim of Palo Duro Canyon, as it celebrates 10 years of providing unforgettable stays. (Courtesy Photo) ...

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Visitors can enjoy over 30 miles of trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding, and might spot wildlife like roadrunners and Texas horned lizards. Palo Duro Canyon State Park also offers camping ...

This story has been updated because an earlier version included an inaccuracy. More than 130 participants are expected to take part in the seventh annual “Ruck Up” Memorial Day hike through Palo Duro ...