A view of the night sky at Palo Duro Canyon, with one of the park's rustic cabins in the foreground. A panoramic view of Palo Duro Canyon, seen from a viewing area near the park's visitor center.

Palo Duro Canyon placed in the 10 best state parks in the United States in the USA TODAY 10BEST Readers' Choice Awards. See where it ranked.

Hiking in canyon country, you can drive yourself nuts spotting phantom creatures among the cliffs. That bobcat skulking along a ridge? Actually a pile of rocks.

PALO DURO CANYON — At the edge of the grasslands that fold under the fierce winds of the Texas Panhandle-Plains, the earth suddenly splits apart. Palo Duro Canyon is a thick slice of Texas-size ...

The Palo Duro Canyon south of Amarillo, Texas, is about 120 miles long, 20 miles wide, and 800 feet deep, making it second only to the Grand Canyon on the list of American canyons.

A view of the night sky at Palo Duro Canyon, with one of the park's rustic cabins in the foreground, on Aug. 19, 2015.

“ Palo Duro Canyon is one of the most stunning natural wonders in the U.S., and as a state park, it offers reliable access for travelers looking to explore its rugged beauty,” Sharyn Means ...

Nestled in the heart of the Texas Panhandle, Palo Duro Canyon State Park is often referred to as the "Grand Canyon of Texas." With its breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and diverse range of ...

Palo Duro Canyon placed in the 10 best state parks in the United States in the USA TODAY 10BEST Readers' Choice Awards. See where it ranked.

Mar. 24—AMARILLO — With uncertainty surrounding national parks this summer, travelers seeking breathtaking landscapes and outdoor adventures can find a spectacular alternative at Palo Duro ...