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2/23/2025 8:27:42 PM EDT
Any tips on camping in Palo Duro Canyon in March? Driving through the area in March and planning to spend one night in the canyon. Probably Fortress Cliff campground. Might do a short(ish) hike on the Lighthouse Trail but that depends on when I get in to the area.
"It behooves every man to remember that the work of the critic is of altogether secondary importance, and that, in the end, progress is accomplished by the man who does things."
Theodore Roosevelt
2/23/2025 10:52:51 PM EDT
[#1]
Prepare for wind. Lots of wind. Ripped the grommets out of the tarp we put up to block it
2/23/2025 10:54:50 PM EDT
[#2]
One night is a waste of time. We spent a week there and had a great time
2/24/2025 8:45:07 PM EDT
[#3]
The camping spots are all exposed with no privacy. Neat place though.
2/25/2025 11:51:08 PM EDT
[#4]
Originally Posted By ColtRifle:
Any tips on camping in Palo Duro Canyon in March? Driving through the area in March and planning to spend one night in the canyon. Probably Fortress Cliff campground. Might do a short(ish) hike on the Lighthouse Trail but that depends on when I get in to the area.
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Lighthouse trail is good.  Not great.  I've stayed in Hackberry and Juniper.  Hackberry had the best shade.  Juniper is set up for big rigs like ours.

Like others said, 1 night is kind of a waste, but it's better than camping at Walmart.  I've done a few one-nighters while heading to SD, even though it takes me well out of my way.  I just like the park that much.
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Cheesecake OG
2/26/2025 10:05:56 PM EDT
[#5]
Thanks for the input.  I'm just looking to check the park out.  Have been to Amarillo multiple times but never down to Palo Duro.  I have other things I am headed to so one night is all I'm gonna get.  But, I'll probably get in mid day so it'll give me a little time to check the area out.
"It behooves every man to remember that the work of the critic is of altogether secondary importance, and that, in the end, progress is accomplished by the man who does things."
Theodore Roosevelt
3/21/2025 10:30:18 PM EDT
[#6]
Enjoyed my trip to the Palo Duro Canyon. Only had an afternoon/evening. Was hoping to do a little hiking but got in later than I planned. I’d definitely go back to explore some more.

Thanks for all the tips
"It behooves every man to remember that the work of the critic is of altogether secondary importance, and that, in the end, progress is accomplished by the man who does things."
Theodore Roosevelt

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