Palo Duro Canyon State Park – Panhandle Regional News

All 89 Texas State Parks Will Offer One-Day Free Entry for Visitors This Week — Here’s What to Know

October 29, 2025Neha Bhatia

November 2 marks the 3rd annual celebration of Texas State Parks Day, the reason why officials have waived the entry fee.

Local volunteers honored for service to Partners in Palo Duro Canyon

October 28, 2025Nola Hopkins

Partners in Palo Duro Canyon hold annual banquet to highlight volunteer service projects.

Texas’ Panhandle State Park Thrives In The Fall With Autumn Canyon Colors And Cool Temperatures

October 27, 2025Stephen Hanson

This state park boasts the second-largest canyon system in the country. While Texas’ summer heat can be tough, autumn brings cooler temps and gorgeous views.

Morning balloon launch canceled at John Stiff Park due to weather

October 26, 2025Canion Cavazos

‘Pirates of the Park’ hot air balloon launch at John Stiff Park was canceled Saturday morning.

Watch hot air balloons get ready to take flight in Palo Duro Canyon

October 25, 2025@amarilloglobe

Pilots bring ‘Pirates of the Canyon’ rally back to Palo Duro after 13 years

October 25, 2025Michael Cuviello

The return marked the first hot air balloon flights in Palo Duro Canyon in more than 13 years. For this reporter, it was also a first.

Hot air balloons lift off in Palo Duro Canyon early Friday

October 24, 2025Nell Williams

The Friday morning sky was even more spectacular over the state park when hot air balloons began to rise with the sun.

The Grand Canyon Of Texas Now Has A Buffer

October 23, 2025Dubba G

Good news for Texas hikers, nature lovers and Texans in general – the upper rim of Palo Verde Canyon is now protected by the Texas Agricultural Land Trust.