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Palo Duro Canyon State Park, Canyon Texas

Palo Duro Canyon is said to be the second largest canyon in the United States.  At 120 miles long, up to 20 miles wide and a maximum depth of 800 feet, it is commonly referred to as the Grand Canyon … Continue reading

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Palo Duro Canyon State Park acquires Fortress Cliffs Ranch

A purchase totaling 5.22 million dollars  by a coalition including the Trust for Public Lands and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department brings 2,912 acres of the former Fortress Cliffs Ranch to the protection of the Grand Canyon of Texas, … Continue reading

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