Lighthouse in Palo Duro Canyon

Sam Ghana

Lighthouse in Palo Duro Canyon

12/29/20

Nice

5.0

Ali Brunmeier

Lighthouse in Palo Duro Canyon

09/10/18

This is such a great trail! It’s easily accessible for so many people! I’ve seen children under 5 hiking this trail with their parents, so don’t be afraid to let them tag along! Dogs are also welcome! Be aware though, there are MANY bikers who take this trail, and they come behind you quick and often times, quietly. Always be aware of them, most are very good at letting you know which side they are coming on. SUMMER ADVISORY, temps are ridiculous. The sun gets sweltering. Bring plenty of water, plenty of sun screen and wear some kind of coverage - a hat or light jacket. Take it seriously, people have been air lifted off of the trails due to heat exhaustion. Other than that and the occasional snake or centipede, it’s so much fun! And what a wonderful view you have at the end!

5.0

Tyler Diedrick

Lighthouse in Palo Duro Canyon

01/15/18

If you have the chance, try to stay in one of the 3 cabins overnight as they each overlook the canyon... cannot wake up to a better view. I personally stayed in the Lighthouse Cabin which sleeps up to 4 people. In terms of the hike, I recommend the Givens, Spicer, Lowry Trail to get to the Lighthouse. It is the most demanding of the trails in that portion of the canyon.

5.0

Allison Snyder

Lighthouse in Palo Duro Canyon

08/19/17

This trail is long and hot! We started at 8am and made it out shortly after noon. Half our party only went the first 2 miles before it got too hot. I'm from South Texas, I'm very accustomed to hiking in hot weather but this was different. 90 degree day with 101 degree temps on the canyon floor. One gallon of water per person is a real necessity. The trail technically ends at a very disappointing spot (where you can't even see The Lighthouse). If you choose to go past the end of the trail, then it gets fun. Lots of rocks to climb over. The top of Lighthouse is pretty spectacular but nothing that made the 6 mile hike in and out worth it, in my opinion. Could gone to the first view point, taken some pics and gone back and been just as happy. I really don't know why everyone puts this so high on the list of best hikes in Texas. Any number of hikes in Big Bend or The Texas Hill Country are better than this one.

2.0

Rosa Perham

Lighthouse in Palo Duro Canyon

04/09/17

If you're in the area, definitely stop by and check out this place. You'll be out of reception, so know that in advance and take some water with you. Early in the morning or late afternoon is best. Texas summers are blazing. We saw tons of lizards, two tarantulas, a road runner, and a few rabbits (hares?). The hike to the lighthouse is moderate and easy since it's mostly flat. Watch out for snakes and stay on the trail. The view is awesome.

5.0

Richard White

Lighthouse in Palo Duro Canyon

07/28/16

This hike is mostly gentle and easy with the last bit being fairly steep and confusing getting up to the rock formation. The end is mostly scrambling which made my less sure-footed hiking partner a little nervous, but at the top we met a couple in their 60s so it's not impossible.

4.0

Lauren Bonczek

Lighthouse in Palo Duro Canyon

06/25/16

This trail was beautiful! I was surprised by the amount of people who seemed slightly unprepared. Wear good hiking shoes, and bring water. This seems obvious, but the amount of people I saw without water and wearing sandals was surprising. This would also be a fun spot to MTN bike, beautiful, soft red dirt that would look beautiful on your tires! Cheers.

5.0

Helen Yoon

Lighthouse in Palo Duro Canyon

06/02/16

We just did this hike over Memorial Day weekend with our 4 y.o. son and my 68 y.o. mother. It is a very busy trail with lots of hikers and hikers with dogs. And since it is multi-use, there are also many MTB riders. We didn't get as early of a start as we would have liked and we suffered the heat in the afternoon (our pace was very slow due to uncooperative toddler). The top slab by the Lighthouse formation gives incredible views. As previously noted, please make sure you have plenty of water. We ran into a couple of hikers experiencing heat exhaustion and had to be taken out by 4x4 by the park rangers.

5.0

Paul Wojciechowski

Lighthouse in Palo Duro Canyon

07/17/15

The Lighthouse trail is a great day trip if you live in the surrounding area (lubbock, Canyon, Amarillo). It's a fun and moderate hike where you can expect to climb up some sandy boulders for the best views. It's fun if it's not too hot, I would avoid trying this hike in the middle of the summer heat, other seasons, its absolutely beautiful.

4.0