Cowboy Tunes and Poems

Join us for an evening of cowboy fun! Music and poetry as we celebrate the rich cultural heritage of the West!Location: Lonestar AmphitheaterAttendance to this event is open to the public and free with the purchase of regular day use or camping fees. Park admissi......More

Join us for an evening of cowboy fun! Music and poetry as we celebrate the rich cultural heritage of the West!Location: Lonestar AmphitheaterAttendance to this event is open to the public and free with the purchase of regular day use or camping fees. Park admission is free with a Texas State Park Pass (purchased before event)!Whether you’re a cowboy at heart or simply love a good story, this event is for everyone.This program may be cancelled due to weather.

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Full Moon Hike

Experience the beauty of the canyon like never before under the glow of this month's full moon! We’ll venture out on a (2-mile round trip) hike under the light of the moon, exploring the park's stunning night landscape.This is a unique opportunity to enjoy the ou......More

Experience the beauty of the canyon like never before under the glow of this month's full moon! We’ll venture out on a (2-mile round trip) hike under the light of the moon, exploring the park's stunning night landscape.This is a unique opportunity to enjoy the outdoors in a whole new light—don’t miss out!Things You Should Know:Meet: Juniper Dirt Parking Lot (Please note: it is a 20-minute drive from the park entrance to this location)Bring: Comfortable clothing, water, and flashlight.Cost: Attendance to this event is open to the public and free AFTER regular day use or camping fees. Park admission is free with a Texas State Park Pass (purchased before event).This program requires pre-registration and is open to the first 40 participants who register.This program may be cancelled due to weather or staff shortages.

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Jr. Ranger Academy

We’re excited to invite young explorers to the Junior Ranger Academy at Palo Duro Canyon! During this event, we’ll walk about 1 mile through the beautiful park, working together on activities in our Junior Ranger journals along the way. By the end of our journey,......More

We’re excited to invite young explorers to the Junior Ranger Academy at Palo Duro Canyon! During this event, we’ll walk about 1 mile through the beautiful park, working together on activities in our Junior Ranger journals along the way. By the end of our journey, you’ll be officially sworn in as a Junior Ranger!Meet: Loan Star AmphitheaterBring: Comfortable walking/hiking shoes or boots, weather appropriate clothing.Cost: Attendance to this event is open to the public and free AFTER regular day use or camping fees. Park admission is free with a Texas State Park Pass (purchased before event). This program may be cancelled due to weather.

B.A.R.K. Ranger

See what it takes for your pup to be an official TPWD Bark Ranger! Drop by anytime to pick up your official booklet and learn what it takes for your pup to be a certified B.A.R.K ranger. Once you've finished, you'll receive your official B.A.R.K. Ranger certifica......More

See what it takes for your pup to be an official TPWD Bark Ranger! Drop by anytime to pick up your official booklet and learn what it takes for your pup to be a certified B.A.R.K ranger. Once you've finished, you'll receive your official B.A.R.K. Ranger certificate and dog tag.Things You Should Know:• Meet: Soapberry Day Use Area.• Bring: Comfortable walking/hiking shoes or boots and your dog on a leash!• Cost: Included with admission to the park. Park admission is free with a Texas State Park Pass (purchased before event).This program may be cancelled due to weather.

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Storybook Hike

Saddle up for a fun, family-friendly hike! We will hike about a mile through the canyon as we read a cowboy-themed story along the trail!Perfect for young explorers and little wranglers. Things You Should Know:Meet: Soapberry Day use-areBring: Comfortable clothin......More

Saddle up for a fun, family-friendly hike! We will hike about a mile through the canyon as we read a cowboy-themed story along the trail!Perfect for young explorers and little wranglers. Things You Should Know:Meet: Soapberry Day use-areBring: Comfortable clothing and water.Cost: Attendance to this event is open to the public and freeAFTER regular day use or camping fees. Park admission is free with a Texas State Park Pass (purchased before event).This program may be cancelled due to weather or staff shortages.   

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Make a Bird Feeder

Ready to get creative and make a positive impact on nature? Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop where we’ll be crafting our very own eco-friendly bird feeders using sustainable materials!We'll provide all the materials you need to create beautiful, nature-friend......More

Ready to get creative and make a positive impact on nature? Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop where we’ll be crafting our very own eco-friendly bird feeders using sustainable materials!We'll provide all the materials you need to create beautiful, nature-friendly feeders that attract local birds while reducing waste. Plus, you’ll leave with a project you can be proud of—perfect for your backyard or to gift to a friend!Things to Know:Meet: Soapberry Day use-areaAttendance to this event is open to the public and free AFTER regular day use or camping fees. Park admission is free with a Texas State Park Pass (purchased before event)This program may be cancelled due to weather.

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Women's Hike

Join us for another Women’s Hike through the beautiful Palo Duro Canyon. We’ll be hiking the Given Spicer Lowery Trail — about 3 miles total, rated easy and perfect for enjoying the scenery at a comfortable pace.                                                   ......More

Join us for another Women’s Hike through the beautiful Palo Duro Canyon. We’ll be hiking the Given Spicer Lowery Trail — about 3 miles total, rated easy and perfect for enjoying the scenery at a comfortable pace.                                                                                 Meeting location: GSL Parking lotReminder: It’s Friday, so expect longer lines at the gate. Be sure to arrive early to make it in on time. This hike is open to women of all experience levels — a chance to connect with others, enjoy the canyon, and move at a relaxed pace.We hope to see you there!

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