This final Day is easy to follow. We drove around Amarillo for a bit, then we went south Through Canyon to Palo-Duro Canyon. Then we headed back to the Dallas Area.
No trip to the Texas section of Route 66 would be complete without seeing the Amarillo Section! Cadillac Ranch, first thing in the morning. And there were people coming, painting, and going already. We didn’t do any painting, just had to see it.
We also hunted down the famous old Paramount Theater. It is no longer a theater, but, the marquee is still there. Today, it is an office building.
Next we located the historic Potter County Courthouse in Amarillo. There is a bull over the door made out of metal. Awesome details. Beautiful on the outside, the inside was closed. Next time we’re in Amarillo, we will have to see the inside.
Then the Texas Drive-in (another route 66 attraction)
Took a few shots of the old route 66 area of Amarillo. It has become something of a shopping mecca. Lots of little trinket stores and cafes and restaurants. Some biker stuff (I hear the weekends might get a little rough). Our Sunday was great! Nice, quiet, inviting.
For the afternoon/evening, we went south. At Canyon, Texas we took a right and headed out to Palo-Duro Canyon. The second largest Canyon in the United States. Second only to the Grand Canyon. It was Amazing! For us, who had never been there, we were surprised. We did not compare it to the Grand Canyon, at all. We had been to the Grand Canyon, but, we enjoyed Palo-Duro for itself. We hiked out to lighthouse rock (about 3 miles). Climbed to the top of the bluff and the view was incredible. Here are a few pictures of the area we were in for the hike …. get out there and enjoy!!
For more information on Palo Duro Canyon, Please See: Palo Duro Canyon
At about dark, we headed back to Dallas. Capping a wonderful trip. All in all it was very enjoyable.
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