Palo Duro Canyon State Park Campground
Texas State Park
Write a Review 11450 Park Rd. 5 Canyon, TX 79015 806-488-2227 Reservations: 512-389-8900 Official WebsiteGPS: 34.9844, -101.7017
Overview of Palo Duro Canyon State Park Campground
$8 per person park entry fee in addition to camping fees.
Last Price Paid: $26
Reported by roadtrippers-victordf on 7/21/2024
Longest RV Reported: 45 feet (Fifth Wheel)
Reported by lstradtner on 3/5/2024
Number of Sites 87
Pad Type asphalt
Reservations yes
Elevation 3,444 ft / 1,049 m
Max Length 45 ft
Tent Camping Yes
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To ask questions of the owner or manager please contact the campground directly. 806-488-2227
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Reviews of Palo Duro Canyon State Park Campground 112 people have reviewed this location.
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Last reported 6/6/2021
Confirmed by 48 Users
Last reported 7/21/2024
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Last reported 3/7/2024
“Wild weather, amazing hikes and beautiful views”
Reviewed 8/23/2024
| Days stayed: | 3 |
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| Site Number: | 14 |
| RV Length: | 37' (Travel Trailer) |
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March 2021 - This park is a spectacular as everyone says and is a must visit. That being said, the weather is unpredictable in the panhandle during the spring. The day before we arrived, a tornado struck the commercial RV park at the top of the canyon. The park itself sustained no damage and we checked in with no issue, just weird to d... more
March 2021 - This park is a spectacular as everyone says and is a must visit. That being said, the weather is unpredictable in the panhandle during the spring. The day before we arrived, a tornado struck the commercial RV park at the top of the canyon. The park itself sustained no damage and we checked in with no issue, just weird to drive past the wreckage of other RVs. We stayed in the Hackberry look in site 14, cell service is sparse to non-existent, but a weBoost made up the difference and we had service. It was enough service to receive a blizzard warning on our weather apps.
The warning was no fluke and we woke up the next morning to no power and big fat snowflakes coming down. If you think the park is magical normally, you should see it covered in snow! The snow lasted the better part of the day and closed down the trails for hiking. The next day however we made it to the Lighthouse trail and loved the experience. We also went out in the middle of the night to enjoy seeing the Milky Way.
We didn't get to see as much of this park due to the weather, but wouldn't change it for anything! Can't wait to go back and see more next time.
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Teeniewood would stay here again
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“Beautiful Park With Lots Of Hiking Trails. ”
Reviewed 7/21/2024
| Nightly rate: | $26 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 28 |
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Beautiful Park With Lots Of Hiking Trails. Clean Rv Sites. And Friendly Staff. There Are Restrooms With Clean Showers. There was no fire ban when we were here and we were able to have a fire. All sites have fire rings available.
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roadtrippers-victordf would stay here again
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“Beautiful Scenery”
Reviewed 5/14/2024
| Days stayed: | 3 |
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| Site Number: | 79 |
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We stayed in Mesquite site 79 which is the far end of the canyon. Site was nice with shade structure over picnic table. Great hiking trails. Beautiful location. Shower house was a bit old and tired. Some of the other campgrounds within the park are newer and probably nicer, but we liked our location with the canyon walls looming over us.
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“Outstanding”
Reviewed 4/28/2024
| Nightly rate: | $26 |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
| Site Number: | 83 Mesquite loop |
| RV Length: | 30' (Fifth Wheel) |
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Our 2nd visit here, glad we came back. Just spectacular scenery & hiking. Mesquite loop is great, and quiet.
Only negative, and it's minor, is the park is always under a burn ban, so plan accordingly for your meals. No fires or charcoal grills allowed.
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DrBob806 would stay here again
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“Beautiful Park, Lovey views”
Reviewed 3/7/2024
| Nightly rate: | $52 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 83 |
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This is a beautiful park with incredible views of the canyon and great hikes and walks. We stayed 2 nights, and loved it and wished we had booked another night. I work remotely and was worried about cell service but I have great service using a weboost and a T mobile 5 g router! I had like 230mps. Which is incredible considering ev... more
This is a beautiful park with incredible views of the canyon and great hikes and walks. We stayed 2 nights, and loved it and wished we had booked another night. I work remotely and was worried about cell service but I have great service using a weboost and a T mobile 5 g router! I had like 230mps. Which is incredible considering everyone said no service in the canyon! It is a red- dusty dirt that gets all over but who cares its beautiful here. Would be great night sky tonight if not for rain forecasted.
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jrock21 would stay here again
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“Incredible views!”
Reviewed 3/5/2024
| Days stayed: | 6 |
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| Site Number: | Mesquite 86 |
| RV Length: | 45' (Fifth Wheel) |
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We travel full time in a 45 ft toyhauler. Our first visit we were too nervous about our rig size and the road down but after seeing it in person we regretted not staying inside the campground. This time we ventured down and it was amazing! Just take the road down slow and when you get close to the switchback let oncoming traffic go ... more
We travel full time in a 45 ft toyhauler. Our first visit we were too nervous about our rig size and the road down but after seeing it in person we regretted not staying inside the campground. This time we ventured down and it was amazing! Just take the road down slow and when you get close to the switchback let oncoming traffic go first so you have a little extra room. Also, check the wind, you don't want to go down with 50 mph gusts.
WIFI! There must be a new TMobile tower just outside the park because we have traveled 48 states and this is the fastest our TMobile home service has ever been! Very relieved since we work on the road. ATT also worked for me in the Mesquite Loop.
Mesquite is definitely the most scenic of the campgrounds in the state park. We easily fit in our spot with lots of room to park our big dually truck. Tons of room for the kids to run and play, hiking nearby, rocks to climb on, etc. It felt like we had 360 degree views out every window. Neighbors are not too close. The only thing to consider is that it takes 20 minutes to get to Mesquite from the enterance of the park / ranger station. Also, the dump station is far away from this loop. It took my husband a good 40 min to bring our portable tank over and back including dump time. But all in all, we would 1000% stay again!
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lstradtner would stay here again
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“beautiful views”
Reviewed 2/24/2024
| Days stayed: | 2 |
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| Site Number: | 78 |
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We would stay at Palo Duro again, but site 78 has a left/right slant and the picnic table & cover are on the wrong side of the camper. We noticed many sites oriented this way. Surprisingly we are able to get some wi-fi, so that's a big plus. 30 minutes from stores & restaurants. Easy hiking near by. Out of season for the outdoor show.
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“Too many Flies!”
Reviewed 11/3/2023
| Nightly rate: | $26 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 136 Sagebrush |
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The campground was OK. The amount of flies was enough to make the camping experience terrible. I paid for Electricity but had none! My neighbors did not have water but of course paid for it! Its a pretty setting but so many flies you can not enjoy the area. There are a lot of hiking trails for those that enjoy hiking. I read about the... more
The campground was OK. The amount of flies was enough to make the camping experience terrible. I paid for Electricity but had none! My neighbors did not have water but of course paid for it!
Its a pretty setting but so many flies you can not enjoy the area. There are a lot of hiking trails for those that enjoy hiking. I read about the fly problem before I went but had no idea that they would be so bad. Warning they are bad very very bad! Lots and lots of Ants also. Pretty location but would not return.
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“Great park but October is the time for flies!!”
Reviewed 10/26/2023
| Nightly rate: | $26 |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
| Site Number: | 116 |
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We had a great time at our stay except for the FLIES!! Even looking back on this app October seems to be when the flies are the worst so come prepared. Otherwise the campgrounds were nice and maintained.
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beevan_travels would stay here again
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“Millions of flies!”
Reviewed 10/12/2023
| Days stayed: | 1 |
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| Site Number: | 84 |
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So not sure if this is normal but while we were there the flies were insane. No possible way to sit outside. The park is pretty and very nicely maintained but we couldn’t enjoy our stay. Some campgrounds in other states have fly traps hanging from their table shelters. I think TX should consider this for Palo Duro. Otherwise it is a ni... more
So not sure if this is normal but while we were there the flies were insane. No possible way to sit outside. The park is pretty and very nicely maintained but we couldn’t enjoy our stay. Some campgrounds in other states have fly traps hanging from their table shelters. I think TX should consider this for Palo Duro. Otherwise it is a nice state park.
NBurke would stay here again
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Amenities
Hookups
- 50 Amp
- 30 Amp
- 20 Amp
- water
- Partial Hookups
Recreation
- picnic area
- recreation trail
Site Amenities
- big rig
- fire ring
- picnic table
Facilities
- cabins
- horse corral
- restrooms: flush
- showers
- trash
Pets
- pets
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