What We're Famous For
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Gateway to Palo Duro State Park, home to the outdoor epic drama TEXAS, West Texas A&M University and the site of the oldest and largest historical museum in the Lone Star State. Canyon has captivated the hearts and imaginations of visitors from around the world. Located on Interstate 27, just 15 minutes south of Amarillo, Canyon is a bustling community that has successfully combined a progressive attitude with small town friendliness and charm. Nestled in the middle of the Texas Panhandle, Canyon claims a rich history based in cattle and ranching, and a heritage rooted in the pioneer spirit of the West. A temperate climate with more than 250 days of sunshine annually, a low crime rate and excellent education facilities all contribute to making Canyon a great place live.
Texas Outdoor Musical
Gateway to Palo Duro State Park, home to the outdoor epic drama TEXAS, West Texas A&M University and the site of the oldest and largest historical museum in the Lone Star State. Canyon has captivated the hearts and imaginations of visitors from around the world. Located on Interstate 27, just 15 minutes south of Amarillo, Canyon is a bustling community that has successfully combined a progressive attitude with small town friendliness and charm. Nestled in the middle of the Texas Panhandle, Canyon claims a rich history based in cattle and ranching, and a heritage rooted in the pioneer spirit of the West. A temperate climate with more than 250 days of sunshine annually, a low crime rate and excellent education facilities all contribute to making Canyon a great place live.
Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum
Gateway to Palo Duro State Park, home to the outdoor epic drama TEXAS, West Texas A&M University and the site of the oldest and largest historical museum in the Lone Star State. Canyon has captivated the hearts and imaginations of visitors from around the world. Located on Interstate 27, just 15 minutes south of Amarillo, Canyon is a bustling community that has successfully combined a progressive attitude with small town friendliness and charm. Nestled in the middle of the Texas Panhandle, Canyon claims a rich history based in cattle and ranching, and a heritage rooted in the pioneer spirit of the West. A temperate climate with more than 250 days of sunshine annually, a low crime rate and excellent education facilities all contribute to making Canyon a great place live.
4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION
Gateway to Palo Duro State Park, home to the outdoor epic drama TEXAS, West Texas A&M University and the site of the oldest and largest historical museum in the Lone Star State. Canyon has captivated the hearts and imaginations of visitors from around the world. Located on Interstate 27, just 15 minutes south of Amarillo, Canyon is a bustling community that has successfully combined a progressive attitude with small town friendliness and charm. Nestled in the middle of the Texas Panhandle, Canyon claims a rich history based in cattle and ranching, and a heritage rooted in the pioneer spirit of the West. A temperate climate with more than 250 days of sunshine annually, a low crime rate and excellent education facilities all contribute to making Canyon a great place live.
A FEW MORE LOCAL FAVORITES
preserving our history
In partnership with The Canyon Main Street program, community involvement and public-private partnerships, we are committed to perserving Canyon’s historic and unique assets and create an inviting atmosphere for our community.
AREA HISTORICAL SITES
Hudspeth House
1905 4th Ave #4023, Canyon, TX 79015
Amarillo Globe Dream House
3104 S. Harrison, Amarillo, Texas
The Battle of Palo Duro Canyon
State Hwy Park Rd 5, Canyon, TX 79015
Buffalo Courts
104 N 25th St, Canyon, TX 79016
C.R. Burrow House
1110 5th Ave Canyon TX 79015
Canyon Fire Department
301 16th St #1, Canyon, TX 79015
The Civilian Conservation Corps at Palo Duro Canyon State Park
11450 State Hwy Park Rd 5, Canyon, TX 79015
The Charles Goodnight Memorial Trail
2401 4th Ave Canyon, TX 79015
City of Canyon
301 16th St. Canyon, TX 79015
Civil War Veterans Reunions
900 19th St, Canyon, TX 79015
Co. F National Guard
3000 4th Ave. Canyon, TX 79015
Conner Dugout
Corner 9th Avenue & 16th Street, Canyon, TX 79015
Randall County Courthouse
16th Street & 4th Ave, Canyon, TX
Dreamland Cemetery
26500 US-87, Canyon, TX 79015
First Baptist Church
1717 4th Ave, Canyon, TX 79015
First United Methodist Church
1818 4th Ave, Canyon, TX 79015
First National Bank Building (Wells Fargo)
2111 4th Ave, Canyon, TX 79015
1909 First National Bank
400 15th Street, Canyon, TX 79015
L.T. Lester
310 8th St., Canyon, TX
Little House of Fellowship
308 17th Street, Canyon, TX 79015
Llano Cemetery
2900 S Hayes St, Amarillo, TX 79103
Presbyterian Church Building
904 19th St, Canyon, TX 79015
Shaw/Keiser House
1214 5th Ave, Canyon, TX 79015
Old Happy
Hwy 87 and FM 1075, Canyon, TX 79015
Site of Wagon Yard
1702 5th Ave, Canyon, TX 79015
Saint Paul Lutheran Cemetery
2600 4th Ave, Canyon, TX 79015
T Anchor Ranch Headquarters
2401 4th Ave, Canyon, TX 79015
Canyon News
1500 5th Ave, Canyon, TX 79015
Smith Building (Palace Hotel)
402 15th St., Canyon, TX 79015
Randall County World War I Memorial
16th Street & 4th Ave, Canyon, TX 79015
Randall County World War II Memorial
Corner of 19th St & 11th Ave, Canyon, TX 79015
Col. John I. Gregg 1872 Battle Site
2500 East Frontage Road Hwy 87, Canyon, TX 79015
Centennial Marker
16th Street & 4th Ave, Canyon, TX
Site of an Early Barbed Wire Fence in the Panhandle
Marker is on 4th Avenue (State Highway 217) 0.2 miles west of Russell Long Boulevard State Highway 48 Spur, Canyon, TX 79015
Georgia O'Keeffe
25th Street north of 4th Avenue, Canyon, TX 79015
W.F. Heller Homesite
Corner of 15th Avenue and 8th Street, Canyon, TX 79015
Time Capsule
16th Street & 4th Ave, Canyon, TX 79015
Sam Wood House
Panhandle Museum. 2503 4th Avenue, Canyon, TX 79015
C. Stuart Johnston
26500 US-87, Canyon, TX 79015
