RV parks near Amarillo on RoverPass
RV Park
Best for: RV travelers
Book RV parks and campgrounds online with full hookups near the park.
Est. from $150/day · estimateCheck availabilityPartner link · RoverPass
Reservations · Low
Regional State Park Day-Use and Group Tour Reservations
While the city itself requires no entry permits, Palo Duro Canyon State Park frequently reaches capacity; day-pass reservations are highly recommended and often necessary for guaranteed entry. Specialized tours for nearby historic sites may require advance booking through official interpretive partners. Check the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department portal for current availability and seasonal closures.
Check official reservation infoFly in · nearest airport
AMAAmarillo
Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport · 16 min drive
Find flights to AMA
Partner link · Aviasales
Where you'll want to sleep
View all staysChecks availability with the partner directly — not a confirmed booking on our end.
Campsites near Amarillo on Campspot
Campground
Best for: Tent camping
Private campgrounds, cabins and glamping just outside the park, often with availability when park sites sell out.
Est. from $35/night · estimateCheck availabilityPartner link · Campspot
Harvest Hosts stays on the way to Amarillo
RV Park
Best for: RV travelers
Membership for overnight RV stays at farms, wineries and other unique spots along your route.
Est. from $150/day · estimateCheck availabilityPartner link · Harvest Hosts
Vrbo
Cabins & vacation rentals near Amarillo
- Whole-home cabins and mountain lodges
- Kitchens, fire pits and room for the crew
- Pick dates on Vrbo for live prices
Expedia
Hotels & lodges near Amarillo
- Hotels in nearby gateway towns
- Resorts, inns and last-minute rooms
- Easy to pair with flights and cars
Photos are illustrative, not actual listings. Opens Vrbo's or Expedia's own search. Minialife may earn a commission on bookings, at no extra cost to you.
Traveling by RV near Amarillo?
Stay overnight free at wineries, farms & breweries
Harvest Hosts membership: 5,000+ unique RV stops. Minialife readers get 20% off the first year.
Get 20% off
Partner link · Harvest Hosts
Minialife may earn a commission when you book through links on this page, at no extra cost to you. Learn more
RVs, campervans & cars near AMA
View all rentalsChecks availability with the partner directly — not a confirmed booking on our end.
Class C Motorhome — Sleeps 4
From $245 / day
RVSee rental optionsDirect link · Motorhome Republic
Sprinter Adventure Van
From $189 / day
CampervanSee rental optionsDirect link · Motorhome Republic
Car rental · Car rentals at AMA
Est. from $45/day · estimate
Car rentalSee rental optionsPartner link · RentCars
Getting there & getting around
Partner link · Aviasales
Flights to AMA
Check on Aviasales
Partner link · EconomyBookings
Rental cars at AMA
Check on EconomyBookings
Partner link · QEEQ
SUVs & road-trip cars
Check on QEEQ
Partner link · BikesBooking
Bike & e-bike rentals
Check on BikesBookingTours & tickets
Partner links via Travelpayouts. Prices are estimates; the partner's site shows live prices. Minialife may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
A little structure. Plenty of freedom.
3 days in Amarillo
- 01
Canyons and Public Art
Suggested: 8 AM from Downtown Amarillo
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Explore the second-largest canyon in the United States, focusing on the Lighthouse Trail or the scenic park loop drive.
Cadillac Ranch
Visit the world-famous public art installation featuring ten half-buried cars, located along the historic Route 66 corridor.
Allow 1 to 2 hours; conditions vary based on park entry lines.
Wind speeds in the Panhandle can impact high-profile vehicles on open plains.
- 02
Route 66 and Historic Landmarks
Suggested: 9 AM from the Route 66 Sixth Street District
Route 66 Historic District
Walk through six blocks of historic buildings including old service stations and local antique galleries.
US Route 66-Sixth Street Historic District
Examine the architecture of the San Jacinto neighborhood, showcasing the city's growth during the peak of cross-country travel.
Allow 30 to 60 minutes; local traffic is generally light.
Most historic sites are best explored on foot within the specific district blocks.
- 03
Natural History and High Plains Heritage
Suggested: 8:30 AM from Canyon, Texas
Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum
View extensive exhibits on regional paleontology and the history of the petroleum industry in the Texas Panhandle.
Wildcat Bluff Nature Center
Traverse rolling hills and shortgrass prairie to observe local bird life and indigenous flora.
Allow 1 hour; conditions vary near the university campus in Canyon.
Ensure water supplies are replenished before heading to exposed prairie trails.
Your first two hours
Pick up your vehicle at AMA airport, drive 15 minutes to downtown Amarillo for supplies, and check into local lodging.
The right vehicle
Standard vehicles are suitable for the city and paved park roads; check rental agreements for off-road restrictions.
Chase the light
Palo Duro Canyon Rim at sunset, though shadows deepen quickly in the basin.
Plan your road trip
From Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport
16 min
about 10 miles by car · times vary with traffic and road closures
Airport-to-destination drive; sightseeing stops are separate markers.
Stays near the end of your drive
Know before you go
Downtown and Park Staging
Street parking is typically available in the Sixth Street district, while Palo Duro Canyon utilizes designated lots at trailheads. Peak weekend periods may result in overflow at popular canyon overlooks.
Canyon Connectivity
Cellular reception is generally reliable in Amarillo but becomes inconsistent at the floor of Palo Duro Canyon. Download maps before departing the city center for rural excursions.
Panhandle Supply Points
Fuel stations are frequent along I-40 and in the town of Canyon. Availability decreases significantly when traveling south toward rural park boundaries.
Seasonal Canyon Entry
Early morning arrivals are suggested to avoid midday heat and potential park closures due to capacity. Check official alerts for heat-related trail closures during summer months.
ADA and Trail Limits
The Visitor Center at Palo Duro offers accessible viewing, though many canyon trails are natural surface and uneven. Cadillac Ranch is located in a dirt field and may be muddy after rain.
Check current conditions:Texas Parks and Wildlife
The moments you came for
View all activitiesPalo Duro Canyon Hiking
One of the classic ways to experience Amarillo.
VariesExplore activityPartner link · Viator
Cadillac Ranch Art
One of the classic ways to experience Amarillo.
VariesExplore activityPartner link · Viator
Route 66 Historic District
One of the classic ways to experience Amarillo.
VariesExplore activityPartner link · Viator
