New trails at Palo Duro Canyon State Park

Last month, Palo Duro Canyon State Park inaugurated a new Cliffside trail that climbs 600 feet and offers breathtaking views of one of Texas’ most beautiful parks. The opening brings Palo Duro’s total to about 40 miles of hike, bike and equestrian trails throughout the 30,000-acre Park south of Amarillo. The park's campground has water and electric hookups.

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