McClellan Creek National Grassland, TX is a great camping destination for adventurers of all types. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in, as well as sights to see and explore. At The Dyrt, campers like you share their favorite spots, plus tips and photos. No matter where you're headed in McClellan Creek National Grassland, you'll find the best spot for you and your camping crew.
$16 / night
"This is a pretty big state Park located in the Panhandle of Texas. It is sometimes referred to as a mini Grand Canyon.
There are plenty of trails for horseback riding, mountain biking, and hiking."
"Campgrounds have water and electric hook-up. Sites are fairly secluded, have covered picnic area and trill plus fire site.
Hiking and mountain bike trails. On-site horse rentals."
$26 - $225 / night
"Juniper site 113, full hook ups, right across from bathrooms/showers which are well kept and nice! Cell service is sketchy— tv reception got a few digital channels."
"My original plans was to book a cabin at Cows Camp cabin a 10 minute drive up the road but was completely booked."
$26 / night
"We hiked the plateaus behind our site and that was fun. Water and electric (30a) was available. Very level dirt site. Picnic table and shelter at every site. Pretty cool."
"Half of this one was tucked behind some trees so it can’t be seen from the road. Behind the campsites is lots of trees, some water and a big rock wall. The bathrooms were a bit of a walk."
"This was a spot we found last minute when the first place we booked was not ideal for us. Lexie was extremely friendly on the phone and got us in."
"We came here with a group but it was so secluded that you’d never know. There are so many was to stay and enjoy as well!"
$1000 / night
"Hackberry Campground near Palo Duro Canyon State Park is a hidden gem for nature lovers and outdoor adventurers."
"Wonderful huge park with an abundance of wildlife. Horseback riding, hiking, bike trails, glancing and more."
$20 - $35 / night
GuideThis is a pretty big state Park located in the Panhandle of Texas. It is sometimes referred to as a mini Grand Canyon.
There are plenty of trails for horseback riding, mountain biking, and hiking. You should check out the Lighthouse Trail while you are there.
The "primitive" campsites include a picnic table, running water, and fire pit. If you want to get away from others I highly suggest backcountry camping.
There is a guided tour of the Old West Stables, that is perfect for the whole family. Also, the Pioneer Amphitheater host the play TEXAS, which is a must see if you are in the area.
I would also recommend going to the Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum just 15 minutes West of the park.
LegendOn the rim of Palo Duro State Park, lies a roadside attraction with Zipline tours, cute tiny cabins for rent and a small campground. Offering approximately 30 full-hook sites, and a dozen or so primitive areas to set up camp for cheap. Since we bring our own electricity via a solar panel, we have everything we need without the need for hookups. This campground does not allow gas generators, so come prepared. The campground offers drinking water, full-flush toilet facilities and hot showers – just be sure to latch the door when you leave‘ cuz it gets really windy here and the shower doors can go all Dorothy on you.
The canyon is the reason to come to the area in the first place. Without any knowledge of its existence, the monotonous flats of the Texas Panhandle give little indication of the stunning gash in the earth created by one fork of the Red River. With the park entrance, literally a dozen yards away, all the activities within are just a short bike ride or drive away from this campground. Hiking, walking, bird-watching, and even some very technical mountain biking opportunities are all part of the park’s draw.
This campground offered us a great back-up plan. We arrived at the State Park without any reservations, which is normal for us, and of course every site was booked out 5 months in advance. Though later when we in the park, we found dozens of campsites empty. This leads us to two conclusions, either: 1. The state park was severely limiting reservations to keep numbers in the park down or 2. People booked early and when the pandemic numbers got high, they bailed on their plans but not on their reservations. Public service reminder! Even when you cannot get a refund, be sure to cancel your reservation so that others may take advantage of your spot.
The closest town for supplies, gas, groceries, and such is Canyon, TX which is about 10 miles away.
GuideAfter a cloudy week and my off-grid rig nearly out of power, I was super glad to find this rv park just outside of Palo Duro Canyon! Palo Duró was sold out but this little gem was just outside. They have canyon zip lines and really cute little cabins. Wifi was a little patchy due to intense winds that day but it was good enough for me to work remote. I just needed the bare bones plug-in to charge up my battery bank but I’ll definitely come back to zip line over the weekend! The front office staff are also really great, friendly and helpful.
TravelerThis campground is only .5 miles from the park. It was really convenient. It’s pretty basic but sufficient. There are bathrooms in a hard sided building next to the store. I was car/tent camping and when I reserved online I booked site 3, however when you receive your welcome email it explains that all the field area around the RV pads are open for camping so choosing a stir is not necessary unless you’re in an RV.
They have tiny cabins that looked nice and we’re occupied. The grounds are very dark at night, could use some security lamps.
Wind coming off the canyon is STRONG, keep that in mind when you choose your site.
Has some really nice views of the canyon and I saw some deer roaming around the camps.
There is not a lot of shade, I found the only tree and claimed it.
It’s a good spot!
GuideJuniper site 113, full hook ups, right across from bathrooms/showers which are well kept and nice! Cell service is sketchy— tv reception got a few digital channels. Fire pit/grill combo, covered picnic table. Lots of hiking trails. Well spaced sites with privacy.
GuideWe didn’t know what to expect with this campground. Wow! Were we pleasantly surprised. Campgrounds have water and electric hook-up. Sites are fairly secluded, have covered picnic area and trill plus fire site.
Hiking and mountain bike trails. On-site horse rentals. Picnic tables & grills under immense cottonwood trees. Interpretive Center & Gift Shop with history, geology, & wildlife exhibits.
Highly recommend!
GuideSome of the other camping areas seemed less spacious and private, but we really liked our site in the tent-only Cactus Campground. It had a shade shelter, a picnic table, and a dirt tent pad. There was also a fire ring with a grill grate, but a burn ban was in place. The water faucet was just across the street and there were clean restrooms (with hot showers) up the road at the next campground. Even with some light pollution from town, the stars were beautiful.
We only stayed for two nights--not nearly enough to explore this incredible park. We're hoping to go back before it gets too warm.
ScoutHackberry Campground near Palo Duro Canyon State Park is a hidden gem for nature lovers and outdoor adventurers. The campground offers a perfect balance between rustic charm and modern comfort, with well-maintained tent sites, RV hookups, and cozy cabins. Visitors appreciate the clean facilities, including showers and drinking water, and the serene, wooded surroundings that offer both beauty and privacy. The location is ideal for exploring the stunning canyon trails nearby, which many say are the highlight of their stay. Whether you're hiking, relaxing by your campsite, and playing horror games or visiting the nearby camp store, Hackberry Campground delivers a peaceful and enjoyable escape in the heart of the Texas panhandle.
LegendWhat a surprise this place is! The land around Amarillo is flat as a pancake. But head a few miles south and Palo Duro Canyon opens up vistas that rival the Grand Canyon in Arizona. There are many foot and horse trails that offer a close look at the multicolored canyon walls.
There are several campgrounds on the canyon floor. I stayed at Fortress Cliff Camp Area. Each site has a paved picnic table space with an awning - very important here. It gets hot and the sun is relentless. The spaces are of generous size. I could have easily pitched four or five more tents. The ground is great for driving stakes, too. They go in easy but they hold fast.
There are water spigots at Fortress Cliff, but only porta potties (reasonably clean when I visited). For a real bathroom with flushing toilets, showers, and hot and cold running water that can run continuously, head down the road to Mesquite Camp Area. This campground is geared for RVs, which typically have their own bathroom facilities. Wonder why they built a nice bathroom here and not at Fortress Cliff? Hmmm.
Aside from the heat (about 104 °F when I arrived in June), the main downside here is the flies. They bite. Through clothing. Hard to stay in one place very long when the flies are after you.
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