Title: Canyon Travel Guide: Best of Canyon, Texas Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Canyon](https://expedia.co.uk/Canyon-Hotels.d7244.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Canyon](https://expedia.co.uk/Canyon-Holiday-Rentals.d7244.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Canyon](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Canyon.d7244.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Canyon Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Canyon.d7244.Car-Hire-Guide)[Canyon Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Canyon.d7244.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Canyon Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Lighthouse Trail is a must when visiting Palo Duro Canyon (the second largest canyon in the nation). The 6 mile-trail is moderate and good for all levels of hikers. Just be sure to bring plenty of water! Pro tip: try planning your trip in the summer! Even though it's hot, you can catch the TEXAS Outdoor Musical. #LifeatExpediaGroup](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533119178/2d2023cf-f5d1-4166-b393-285871cc2be5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lighthouse Trail is a must when visiting Palo Duro Canyon (the second largest canyon in the nation). The 6 mile-trail is moderate and good for all levels of hikers. Just be sure to bring plenty of water! Pro tip: try planning your trip in the summer! Even though it's hot, you can catch the TEXAS Outdoor Musical. #LifeatExpediaGroup](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533119178/2d2023cf-f5d1-4166-b393-285871cc2be5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Lighthouse trail is a winding 6 mile round trip trek through the heart of the 2nd largest canyon in the United States. The destination is this monumental hoodoo known as Lighthouse Rock. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533119178/1ac51670-733a-42bd-aff3-31bbe3d79ce3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Trail was hot make sure you bring a lot of water! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533119178/af1057e2-489a-404d-9e08-52af35229028.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Don't miss out on this gorgeous place. If its the warmer season, be sure to go early or towards the evening, the heat can be just as killer as the gorgeous views. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7244/6f0f6950-d3c2-41b7-9198-ac1c88dd6ef1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Canyon Things to do #### The second-largest canyon in the United States is not in the West. Visit this part of Texas to appreciate amazing geological wonders. In the heart of the Texas Panhandle region, the town of Canyon has historic attractions, a university atmosphere, and a very big canyon. Drive 12 miles (19 kilometres) from the city to Palo Duro Canyon State Park, which is also called the Grand Canyon of Texas. It is 120 miles (190 kilometres) long, more than 800 feet (240 metres) deep and up to 20 miles (32 kilometres) wide, as much as 2 miles (3 kilometres) wider than Arizona’s Grand Canyon. Hike or mountain bike the trails through the park. One route leads to the spectacular lighthouse rock. Note that trails may close during and immediately after rain. While at the park, watch the outdoor musical *Texas* with the canyon walls as a perfect natural backdrop. The original JA Ranch that began operating here in 1876 remains a working business today. Participate in events all year in Canyon, with a focus on Historic Downtown Square and its many stores and restaurants. West Texas A&M University lends a vibrancy throughout the city. Join energetic students at sporting events on campus or at restaurants and bars in town. The Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum located on the university campus offers varied permanent and changing exhibits. Among the museum’s attractions is a transportation exhibit featuring vintage vehicles. See the interesting display devoted to iconic Panhandle windmills. A reconstructed pioneer town models those throughout the Panhandle in the late 19th century. Look for the oldest Anglo-built structure in the Panhandle it was part of a ranch and moved piece by piece to its current location. The extensive collection includes about 8,000 pieces of Texas and Southwestern art. Visit Neblett Park to see the scaled-down Sad Monkey Scenic Railroad engine and rolling stock that historically provided a 2-mile (3-kilometre) tour near Palo Duro Canyon until bureaucratic policies brought it to an end in 1996\. Stay in Canyon as your base to visit other Texas Panhandle locations, including interesting and eclectic Amarillo, 19 miles (30 kilometres) away. - Top hotels in Canyon - Top Holiday Rentals in Canyon ![Best Western Palo Duro Canyon Inn & Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7700000/7699800/7699743/c7bc7774_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Palo Duro Canyon Inn & Suites 2801 4th Avenue Canyon TX Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £75 25 Jan - 26 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Canyon. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews) Clean and friendly Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F01%2F2026&endDate=26%2F01%2F2026&selected=7699743&PinnedHotelID=7699743&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=7244) ![Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Canyon by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/130000/120500/120445/b426e197_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Canyon by IHG 2901 4th Ave Canyon TX £82 8 Feb - 9 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canyon. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (998 reviews) I love the place!!! Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=120445&PinnedHotelID=120445&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=7244) ![Hampton Inn & Suites Canyon](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83440000/83432000/83431917/343f877f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hampton Inn & Suites Canyon 3101 4TH AVE Canyon TX £99 1 Feb - 2 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Canyon. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (373 reviews) Amazing front desk staff. Super comfy beds with super soft sheets Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F02%2F2026&endDate=02%2F02%2F2026&selected=83431917&PinnedHotelID=83431917&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=7244) [See all 456 properties in Canyon](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=21%2F01%2F2026&endDate=22%2F01%2F2026®ionId=7244) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![The Coyote Cabin at Palo Duro](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90780000/90776000/90775994/db641f36_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Coyote Cabin at Palo Duro Canyon TX Stay at this cabin in Canyon. Enjoy an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Elkins Ranch and The Lighthouse are located nearby. 9.6/10 Exceptional! (81 reviews) A mile from the canyon. Quiet, clean and comfortable! Highly recommended!! Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Canyon-Hotels-The-Coyote-Cabin-At-Palo-Duro.h90775994.Hotel-Information) ![The Aoudad Cabin at Palo Duro ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90720000/90719200/90719182/82a2c956_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Aoudad Cabin at Palo Duro Canyon TX Stay at this cabin in Canyon. Popular attractions Elkins Ranch and The Lighthouse are located nearby. 9.8/10 Exceptional! (82 reviews) Easy check in, good communication Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Canyon-Hotels-The-Aoudad-Cabin-At-Palo-Duro.h90719182.Hotel-Information) ![Beautifully renovated vintage train car located near WTAMU & Palo Duro Canyon](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100940000/100940000/100939950/4daa8420_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Beautifully renovated vintage train car located near WTAMU & Palo Duro Canyon Canyon TX Stay at this holiday home in Canyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, patios and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum and Varsity ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews) Our short time in the Super Chief was absolutely delightful! It was the perfect wind-down to a long road trip and capped off a day spent hiking in the Canyon. We enjoyed a beautiful Texas sunset with a sweet pup, and were greeted with a gorgeous sunrise upon departure. I wish our time had been longer ... Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Canyon-Hotels-Beautifully-Renovated-Boxcar-That-Sleeps-4-Near-The-Palo-Duro-Canyon-And-WTAMU.h100939950.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Canyon](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=7244&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Wander around the parks or experience the area's museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Lighthouse-Canyon.d553248621533119178.Attraction) #### Elkins Ranch Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Elkins Ranch during your travels in Canyon. Wander around the parks or experience the area's museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Elkins-Ranch-Canyon.d553248621561866772.Attraction) #### Bar Z Winery You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Bar Z Winery during your travels to Canyon. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bar-Z-Winery-Canyon.d553248621561866762.Attraction) #### Varsity Theatre Enjoy a show at Varsity Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Canyon. Discover the restaurants and its museums while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Varsity-Theatre-Canyon.d553248621532645838.Attraction) #### Kimbrough Memorial Stadium Catch an event at Kimbrough Memorial Stadium during your trip to Canyon. Visit the cosy cafes or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kimbrough-Memorial-Stadium-Canyon.d6080871.Attraction) #### Southeast Park Dog Park After visiting Southeast Park Dog Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Canyon. Wander around the parks or experience the area's museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Southeast-Park-Dog-Park-Canyon.d906194769603104768.Attraction) ## Cities near Canyon ![Deaf Smith County Courthouse in Hereford, Texas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8336/91dd4a0d-27e9-4d22-a612-789913b0070b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hereford - Cities near Canyon - Places of interest [Hereford](https://expedia.co.uk/Hereford.dx8336) - [Palo Duro Canyon State Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Palo-Duro-Canyon-State-Park-Texas.d553248635975742703.Attraction) - [Cadillac Ranch ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cadillac-Ranch-Amarillo.d6080853.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app