First Day Hike- Midnight

Ring in the New Year right with a First Day Hike on the Kiowa Trail!

Join our rangers for a brisk, after-hours hike on the Kiowa Trail right as the clock strikes midnight! Participants will be hiking along a portion of the Kiowa Trail (0.8 miles one way) for around one hour as we share stories of the tradition of First Day Hikes and of the significance of starting fresh as the calendar turns to a new year. A shuttle will be provided for those who would prefer to walk only one way.

Things you should know:
Meet: At the Mack Dick Pavilion Parking Lot.
Bring: Comfortable walking/hiking shoes or boots, Headlamp/Flashlight, 1 liter of water per person per mile, and weather appropriate clothing (jackets, etc.).
Cost: Included with admission to the park. Park admission is free with a Texas State Park Pass (purchased before event).

Remember to pay with a self-service envelope at Headquarters or make a day use reservation before arriving!

This program may be cancelled due to weather.

No pre-registration required.

You may also like the following events from Palo Duro Canyon State Park - Texas Parks and Wildlife:

• This Thursday, 1st January, 07:00 am, Sunrise Hike on New Years Day! in Canyon
• This Saturday, 3rd January, 06:00 pm, First Full Moon Hike of 2026 in Canyon
• Next Saturday, 10th January, 08:00 am, Women's Hike in Canyon

Also check out other Trips & Adventurous Activities in Canyon.