The best destination hike in Palo Duro

Coppertone poses on an overlook along the first step climb to the Lighthouse. Behind here is the valley we just hiked to get to this point.

User: Austin Explorer - 9/26/2005

Location: Palo Duro - Lighthouse Trail

Rating: 4point5stars

Difficulty: 4stars

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Miles Hiked: 6.46 Miles Elapsed Time: 3 hours, 56 minutes

Comments: This hike leads to the signature rock formation in the park, the Lighthouse. We got an early start and saw only one other person on the trail heading out. The difficulty would be cut way down if you turn around at the base of the Lighthouse. Climbing up the two steps to get to the top contributes to my rating. We encsountered numerous people heading back from the Lighthouse and it is the most popular trail in the park, with good reason.

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