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Rock Garden Trail
Not for the faint of heart, this trail is a challenging hike through the vast landscape of the Palo Duro Canyon the Grand Canyon of Texas.
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Rock Garden Trail Details
Not for the faint of heart, this trail is a challenging hike through the vast landscape of the Palo Duro Canyon the Grand Canyon of Texas. It is 5 miles in total and features a steep incline that exceeds 600 feet within the last 2 miles of the course. However, the otherworldly landscape of jagged plateaus, native desert shrubs, and dramatic cliffs are impressive enough to distract you from the rigorous journey. Once you reach the rim of the canyon, you will be rewarded with sweeping panoramic views of the canyons and valleys. If you are not too tired, you can continue to the Rylander Fortress Cliff Trail, which circles around the rim and boasts magnificent views from every angle.
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Nearby Parks Around Rock Garden Trail
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Rock Garden Trail
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0.4 mi away
Palo Duro Canyon
The Texas Panhandle is home to the second-largest canyon in the United States.
1.2 mi away
Lighthouse Trail
Do not be fooled by the name of this trail the lighthouse is actually a rock formation perched high atop a steep cliff in the Palo Duro Canyon.
2.5 mi away
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
As part of the Caprock Escarpment, this park is home to the second-largest canyon in America.
27.0 mi away
Buffalo Lake National Wildlife Refuge
Originally purchased as a water source by the USDA, the refuge is now home to countless plants and animals that make up the natural habitat of the area.
43.8 mi away
Upper Canyon Trail
A mixed terrain hike full of sharp inclines and steep declines, this trail is of the most scenic routes in the Caprock Canyons State Park and Trailway.
