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14 trail reviews |
Difficulty:  - Intermediate |
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| Length: 26 miles | Global Rank: #44 |
| Tread: Singletrack | Configuration: Network |
| Ridden: 54 | Wishlist: 60 |
| 2 trail check-ins |
Climb // Descend +4,900 // -3,800 feet |
| Average Speed: 4.5 mph | Average Time: 4hr 0min |
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Description
Circling the parking lot are no less than 5 trail heads networking for some 26+ miles of singletrack trail throughout the canyon ranging from mild to wild in technicial ability,dirt,rocks,river rock,sand,wash-outs,switchbacks,dropoffs and climbs with alternative trail accesess throughout the canyon,the trails are well maintained,people are friendly the times i've been there (i drive out EVERY 3-4 weeks from Denver)someone was ready to ride with me.There rv an tent sites to be had an some of the best riding an scenery one could ask for.The sunsetting off the canyon walls make it worth the trip. Here's the # to Palo Duro 806-488-2227, see for yourself.....i'm going back in 12 days, hope to see ya there.
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Description
Circling the parking lot are no less than 5 trail heads networking for some 26+ miles of singletrack trail throughout the canyon ranging from mild to wild in technicial ability,dirt,rocks,river rock,sand,wash-outs,switchbacks,dropoffs and climbs with alternative trail accesess throughout the canyon,the trails are well maintained,people are friendly the times i've been there (i drive out EVERY 3-4 weeks from Denver)someone was ready to ride with me.There rv an tent sites to be had an some of the best riding an scenery one could ask for.The sunsetting off the canyon walls make it worth the trip. Here's the # to Palo Duro 806-488-2227, see for yourself.....i'm going back in 12 days, hope to see ya there.
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Review: Rode this trail twice in July and again in October. Hope to be back again in November. Great variety of terrain here. Lighthouse trail is a nice little climb, with a few techy features if you wish, and a nice little decent coming back.
* Review edited 10/25/2012
Similar Trail: White Mesa near Albuquerque has similar aspects but Palo Duro is pretty much in a class by itself.
* Review edited 10/25/2012
Similar Trail: White Mesa near Albuquerque has similar aspects but Palo Duro is pretty much in a class by itself.
Review: I will be going back to this park. I arrived late in the day and it was already smokin' hot. It had rained the night before, so some trails were muddy. I took a short 3 mile out and back. What a blast.
Similar Trail: I have not ridden a similar trail yet.
Similar Trail: I have not ridden a similar trail yet.
Review: Growing up in Canyon and literally riding these trails before I knew what mountain biking even was, it's a bit hard for me to be impartial. However, now that I've re-located to the high rockies and ride some of the best trails in the country on a daily basis, I can confidently say that PDC has some of the best gems in the country. I really wish they would invest in more bike only terrain however, since many of the trails also have foot and horse traffic which leaves you cautious coming out of blind corners and the many potential drops that are oh so much fun. If you don't want to deal with all that traffic try to avoid the canyon in the summer time and on very nice days. I personally prefer to ride down there when it's a bit rainy or overcast. Fav. trails - Up top there's a gift-shop/circular overlook area. Right there is the trailhead for one of PDC's best trails. I love PDC and look forward to my visits there because of these great trails.
Similar Trail: Ceta Canyon
Similar Trail: Ceta Canyon
Review: Fun fairly easy trails!
Review: I live in Amarillo and am out here at least once a week! Everything from an easy coast to leg burning uphills. Pay attention to the temperature out there! I'll never forget deciding to take the Spicer running trail one day and thinking I was going to die out there. When I got back to the trailhead I noticed it was 113. What an idiot! haha Great rides though. Weekday morning are awesome as you come across a lot of deer, coyote, etc. Rarely anyone on the trails at that time, either.
* Review edited 4/7/2011
* Review edited 4/7/2011
Review: I live in Lubbock and we drive the 100 miles 3-4 times a month to ride these trails. They offer a good workout as well as providing a lot of fun. Avoid the holidays as hikers tend to be thick. Love to ride in the fall and winter..
Similar Trail: Caprock Canyon, Copper Breaks or San Angelo State Parks in big ol Texas.
Similar Trail: Caprock Canyon, Copper Breaks or San Angelo State Parks in big ol Texas.
Review: This trail is awesome. Make sure you bring some water and a towel, your legs will be red by the time your finished!!!!
Similar Trail: Red Rock Open Space, Colorado Springs Colorado
Similar Trail: Red Rock Open Space, Colorado Springs Colorado
Review: Have to agree with everyone else. Mini Sedona in the middle of Texas. Great riding, everything from cruiser trails (lighthouse, most of the trails by the river) to techinal/ get eaten by cactus if you mess up fun. (Capitol peak, GSL) Very popular with familes/ small children.
Similar Trail: Nothing like it in the area
Similar Trail: Nothing like it in the area
Review: Great variety throughout the park, Lighthouse is my favorite trail, the ride down is a blast.
Review: Awesome! I ride every sunday.
Review: I live in Canyon and ride these trails 4-7 times a week. These are some of the best trails in the country, there are even a couple of insane downhill runs. The best riding is spring and fall but we ride throught the winter. Don't let the panhandle's flat terrain fool ya, these are awesome trails. There is something for everyone.
Review: I have ridden these trails 3 or 4 times. This is a state park and the scenery is excellent. My favorite trail is called the "Lighthouse Trail" , named after a rock formation a short hike from the turnaround point. Bring plenty of water as this is a true canyon experience and it can be very hot and dry here. I wouldn't recommend this ride during July or August! Anytime the temp is 80ish or below this is an awesome ride. 12 miles - 2-2 1/2 hours out and back. Don't miss this if you like riding in a canyon environment.
Review: Of all the trails in the park I think the running trail is the most fun, best trails in west texas. Watch for horseflies in summer, they bite! 100 deet
Recommendations
Palmer Park (100%)Mount Falcon Park (67%)
Slickrock (67%)
Curt Gowdy State Park (67%)
Overmountain Victory Trail (Kerr Scott Reservoir) (67%)
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