Category: Palo Duro Canyon State Park

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While national parks grab headlines and Instagram feeds, state parks deliver equally breathtaking scenery with a fraction of the visitors. In 2024, national parks welcomed over 325 million recreation visits, representing a 4% increase from the previous year. Meanwhile, the U.S. is home to more than 6,600 state park sites which protect over 14 … Read More

From Florida’s swamps to Arizona’s desert canyons, many state parks provide the perfect mix of shelter, prey, and climate for dozens of snake species.

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

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.

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

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.