Most reviewed Canyons in Texas


  1. 4.5 Palo Duro Canyon State Park (2.345 reviews)
    - Great Vacation at Palo Duro Canyon State Park
    State Parks • Ancient Ruins • Canyons
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    A dramatic 60-mile long and 800-foot deep canyon noted for its excellent hiking, birding, fishing and mountain biking. See more..
  2. 5.0 Santa Elena Canyon (704 reviews)
    - Incredible at sunrise
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    Borders the western edge of Big Bend National Park. See more..
  3. 4.5 Caprock Canyons State Park (371 reviews)
    - Exceptional scenic canyons in Texas state park
    Monday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM State Parks • Canyons
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    Ranks the third largest state park in Texas with 13,960 acres. See more..
  4. 4.5 Boquillas Canyon (225 reviews)
    - A beautiful and remote drive.
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    Borders the eastern edge of Big Bend National Park. See more..
  5. 4.5 McKittrick Canyon (119 reviews)
    - Lovely canyon
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    Scenic canyon with unique animal and plant life. See more..
  6. 4.5 Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge (56 reviews)
    - Beautiful area
    Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas • Canyons
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    Beautiful hiking area. Serene with a small creek flowing through the Doeskin Ranch area. We heard coyotes but saw no other wildlife, although it was ideal for deer and such. Wonderful area to relax and unwind. See more..
  7. 4.0 Tuff Canyon Trail (35 reviews)
    - Thought the Views were Just OK
    Spent 1-2 hours Canyons • Hiking Trails • Geologic Formations
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    You can take the short loop of the Tuff Canyon Trail to the overlooks of the canyon or the 1 mile spur trail and walk through the canyon. We visited on Saturday October 30 and took the spur trail to walk through the canyon and coming back up, we went to the 2 overlooks. It's not too difficult but we thought the views were just OK. See more..
  8. 4.0 Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center at Cedar Hill (24 reviews)
    - One of Dallas' best kept secrets
    Monday: Spent 1-2 hours Canyons
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    Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center (DCAC) is part of National Audubon Society (NAS) whose mission is to protect bird species and other wildlife and their habitat. This conservation organization has been educating and protecting birds since 1905. DCAC opened in 2011, protecting 220 acres and provides opportunities to connect to nature through it's 2 miles of hiking trails, a children's Nature Play area, indoor and outdoor bird viewing areas and hosts a variety of programming including classes, school programs, Scout badges, citizen science, festivals and volunteer opportunities. Amenities include picnic tables, restrooms, water fountains, and Nature Store. See more..
  9. 4.0 Dog Canyon (12 reviews)
    - Well Worth the Drive of 90 Minutes Each Way
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    Canyon in which there are campgrounds, a ranger station, and a corral if you need a place to keep your horse for the night. See more..
  10. 4.5 Cottonwood Preserves Nature Pack (2 reviews)
    - Excellent
    Spent 2-3 hours Canyons • Hiking Trails • Dams
    Small but nicely done nature walk still in progress. No restrooms on site as of our visit. Lots of dog walkers here. See more..

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