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Category: Palo Duro Canyon State Park

Texas DPS releases video of Lubbock aircrew using hoist to rescue stranded hiker

September 4, 2025KCBD Staff

Texas DPS has now released video of a successful airborne rescue that happened in Palo Duro Canyon State Park on Wednesday.

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Hiker with medical emergency safely airlifted from Palo Duro Canyon State Park

September 4, 2025Kristina Wood

Authorities said they discovered the need for a helicopter after the hiker was located farther into the canyon than initially reported.

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Injured hiker suffering from ‘severe heat exhaustion’ rescued from Palo Duro Canyon

September 4, 2025Jamie Burch, ABC 7 News
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Multiple agencies respond for Wednesday helicopter rescue in Palo Duro Canyon

September 4, 2025Caden Keenan

The Randall County Fire Department released information on a Wednesday afternoon air rescue that was conducted to evacuate a hiker from Palo Duro Canyon State Park, near the Lighthouse formation.

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Hiker rescued in Palo Duro Canyon Wednesday afternoon

September 4, 2025Kaitlin Zamora

Multiple agencies conducted an air rescue in the Palo Duro Canyon State Park Wednesday.

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Palo Duro Canyon State Park under boil water notice

September 3, 2025Victoria Reyes

Officials from Palo Duro Canyon State Park announced on Wednesday morning that due to a water leak, the canyon portion of the park is under a boil water notice.

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9 Most Scenic Drives in Texas

September 1, 2025WorldAtlas

With its dramatic landscapes and colorful canyons, there is no shortage of scenic drives and stunning backdrops in the state of Texas.

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This Southern State Park Was Just Named The Most Calming In The Country

August 31, 2025AOL Staff

Time to plan a vacation here!

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This Lesser-known State Park Is Home to the ‘Grand Canyon of Texas’—How to Visit

August 31, 2025Lydia Mansel

Here’s what to know before planning a trip to Palo Duro Canyon State Park.

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The Best State Parks for Hiking, According to Google Reviews

August 29, 2025Mental Floss

See if your favorite outdoor destination made the list.

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