Population152,351 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
Canyon Country Beneath the Wide Panhandle Sky
Randall County, TexasRandall County connects Canyon, its county seat, with the southern part of the Amarillo area and the landscape of Palo Duro Canyon. The contrast between broad uplands and the canyon makes geography a natural starting point for a visit. Use the state park’s maps and current information to choose an outing, then leave room for the county’s communities. Canyon and Amarillo offer different bases, so match your route to the destinations you select.
Randall County at a Glance
Population152,351 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
County SeatCanyon
Largest CityAmarillo
Established1876 (organized 1889)
ZIP Codes14
Total Area922 sq mi (2,390 km 2 )
Major RoutesInterstate 27 U.S. Highway 60 U.S. Highway 87 State Highway 217 Loop 335
Area Code806
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Randall County
Randall County was created in 1876 and organized in 1889. It was named for Confederate officer Horace Randal, with the county name using a different spelling. Canyon became the county seat. The JA Ranch once held land within the county as part of a much larger operation. Palo Duro Canyon carries a longer and more complex human history, including Indigenous life, military conflict and later park development. Those histories place the modern county within a landscape that has served many different purposes.
Palo Duro Canyon State Park is a destination that rewards planning around current conditions and the activities suited to your group. Review official trail information, park alerts and reservations before arriving. The park’s history page provides context beyond the scenery, while time in Canyon offers a community setting for the visit. If extending the trip into Amarillo, keep county boundaries in mind when using public-service information or comparing destinations across the urban area.
What Shapes Us
Canyon
The county seat provides a community base near Palo Duro Canyon. It is a useful starting point for public information and a wider county itinerary.
Palo Duro Landscape
The state park offers a close view of the canyon landscape. Select trails and activities using official information and the current conditions for your visit.
A Longer History
County organization is only one chapter of local history. The canyon’s Indigenous, military, ranching and park stories provide a broader view of the surrounding region.
Canyon landscapes and Panhandle communities reveal different layers of place.
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Randall County
Our County. Our Stories.
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News & resources for Randall County
Local reporting when available, plus statewide Texas news and official resources.
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County Resources
Useful connections for everyday life
Find public information and services through the county and relevant service providers.
Government
County & local resources
Randall County government
Public offices, departments, records and resident services.
Randall County Tax Office — vehicle titles and registration
Tax office information, payments and available services.
Food, housing & family support
High Plains Food Bank — food assistance
Regional food-bank network serving Randall County. Find a nearby pantry or distribution and confirm its schedule before visiting.
High Plains Food Bank — food assistance — details and contacts
2-1-1 Texas — local assistance
Search community assistance by location and type of need, including food, housing and family support.
Texas HHS — local family support
Search family-support programs and local services for parents and caregivers.
Schools
County & local resources
Child care & learning
Texas Child Care Connection — scholarships
Review child-care scholarship information and the application process for families who need care while working or attending education or training.
Texas Child Care Connection — scholarships — details and contacts
Randall County — AgriLife Extension
Find county Extension contacts, local educational programs and 4-H information.
Hospitals
No in-county inpatient hospital was verified in the CMS August 2026 data and the Texas DSHS 2024 inventory reviewed on October 3, 2026. These sources have coverage and date limits; this does not establish that no hospital exists. The related local resource below is not an inpatient hospital. For an immediate emergency call 911.
County & local resources
Northwest Physicians Group — Canyon primary care
Health services and information about finding local assistance.
Health, aging & caregiver support
Texas WIC — office locator
Find a nearby WIC office and contact it about appointments, nutrition support and eligibility.
Aging and Disability Resource Centers
Find the regional center that helps older adults, people with disabilities and caregivers explore services and support.
Aging and Disability Resource Centers — details and contacts
Local mental and behavioral health authorities
Use the Texas HHS directory to find the authority serving your county and its contact information.
Local mental and behavioral health authorities — details and contacts
Public Safety
Call 911 for an immediate emergency. Use the directory entry to locate the sheriff’s office, and confirm current non-emergency contact details with the county.
County & local resources
Randall County Sheriff — state directory entry
Sheriff’s office information, public safety resources and non-emergency contacts.
Emergency Services
For an immediate emergency, call 911. These links provide emergency planning, coordination and recovery information.
County & local resources
Texas Division of Emergency Management — Region 1 serving Randall County
Emergency preparedness, local alerts and response information.
Prepare before an emergency
Texas Ready — emergency planning materials
Download emergency plans, supply checklists and preparedness materials in English and Spanish.
Texas Ready — emergency planning materials — details and contacts
State Parks
County & local resources
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Park locations, visitor information and current access details.
Trails
Texas resources
Palo Duro Canyon State Park — Interactive Trails Map
Outdoor recreation, routes and visitor planning information.
Utilities
Water utilities listed for the county. Confirm the provider for your specific address; service territories vary within county lines.
County & local resources
UMBARGER COMMUNITY WSC
Utility services, consumer information and provider contacts.
AMARILLO WATER COMPANY
Utility services, consumer information and provider contacts.
CANYON RIDGE INVESTMENT
Utility services, consumer information and provider contacts.
ROCKWELL ACRES WATER SYSTEM
Utility services, consumer information and provider contacts.
Help with household costs
Help for Texans — housing and utility assistance
Find local providers for utility bills, housing, weatherization and accessibility repairs. Providers handle applications; availability and eligibility vary.
Help for Texans — housing and utility assistance — details and contacts
Libraries
County & local resources
Accessible reading & library services
Texas Talking Book Program
Learn about accessible library services for qualifying Texans with visual, physical or reading disabilities.
Courts
Use the named county court links or search the official Texas courts directory by county and court name. Confirm the hearing or filing location directly; a regional court may serve more than one county.
County & local resources
Randall County — County Court (County Constitutional Court)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Randall County — 181st District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Randall County — 251st District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Randall County — 47th District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Randall County — County Court at Law No. 1 (County Court at Law)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Randall County — County Court at Law No. 2 (County Court at Law)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Randall County — Precinct 1 Place 1 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Randall County — Precinct 4 Appointed (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Randall County — Precinct 4 Place 1 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Randall County — County Clerk Office (County Clerk Office)
County clerk services, public records and office information.
Find legal assistance
TexasLawHelp — legal help directory
Search legal-aid organizations by counties covered and area of legal help. Each organization determines service availability and eligibility.
DMV
For local vehicle titles and registration, start with the county tax office. Texas DPS handles driver licenses.
County & local resources
Randall County Tax Office
Tax office information, payments and available services.
Texas resources
Buying or selling a vehicle
Vehicle registration, licensing and office information.
Apply for a Texas driver license
Vehicle registration, licensing and office information.
Driver license appointments
Vehicle registration, licensing and office information.
Transportation
These agencies or county departments serve local transportation needs. Check routes, service boundaries, eligibility and advance booking with the provider.
County & local resources
Panhandle Community Services, Inc. – Panhandle Transit District
Transportation services, routes and travel information.
Postal Services
Local postal facilities listed in USPS property records. Confirm retail hours, available services and temporary closures with USPS before visiting.
County & local resources
National resources
USPS — confirm local hours and services
Postal locations, mailing services and address information.
Veterans
County & local resources
Randall County veterans service contact — (806) 468-1885
Veterans services, benefits information and support resources.
Employment
Regional employment assistance serving county residents. Check appointment, mobile-service and eligibility details with the provider.
County & local resources
Workforce Solutions Panhandle — serves Randall County
Employment opportunities, job-search assistance and workforce services.
Job search & employment support
Workforce Solutions — find an office
Find nearby workforce offices for job-search, training and employer services.
Vocational rehabilitation — office lookup
Find a vocational rehabilitation office to discuss employment services for people with disabilities.
Vocational rehabilitation — office lookup — details and contacts
A little local knowledge goes a long way
Find practical information before you visit or make a move.
Helpful Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Start with the essentials, then follow the source links for more detail.
Canyon is the county seat of Randall County, Texas.
The county overview lists Amarillo as its largest community.
The total area is 922 sq mi (2,390 km 2 ), including land and water.
Use the Randall County government website for county offices and public information.
Use the state park’s official guide for alerts, reservations and activity information. Official information.
The park’s history page discusses the people and events associated with the landscape. Official information.
Feldman’s Wrong Way Diner is one option. Plan a casual meal in Canyon.
Thompson’s Gift Store is one option. Browse a local gift shop.
The Rack Boutique is one option. Browse a local Canyon boutique.
Palo Duro Canyon State Park is one option. Choose a hike suited to your group; check weather, trail conditions and admission.
Tex Randall Statue is one option. See the giant outdoor cowboy landmark.
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Find Something Fun
Make time for a local discoveryPlan your day around places and experiences in the county.
Kids’ Fun
- Canyon Aqua Park — Plan a summer waterpark outing; reserve admission and check seasonal dates.
- TEXAS Outdoor Musical — Enjoy a seasonal outdoor performance; book tickets ahead.
- Burrowing Owl Bookstore — Explore books for children and adults at the Canyon shop.
Restaurants
- Feldman’s Wrong Way Diner — Plan a casual meal in Canyon.
- Joe Taco Canyon — Explore tacos and Tex-Mex dishes.
- Mickey’s Place — Consider a Canyon dining stop.
Shopping & Retail
- Thompson’s Gift Store — Browse a local gift shop.
- Canyon Popcorn Company — Explore a specialty popcorn-shopping stop.
- Sad Monkey Mercantile — Browse camping gear and homewares near the canyon entrance.
Clothing & Boutiques
- The Rack Boutique — Browse a local Canyon boutique.
- West Texas Western Store — Explore western-wear shopping in Canyon.
- Cavalier — Browse shirts, hats and casual apparel at the Canyon shop.
Outdoor Fun
- Palo Duro Canyon State Park — Choose a hike suited to your group; check weather, trail conditions and admission.
- Palo Duro Creek Golf Course — Reserve a round on the local golf course.
- Palo Duro Canyon Horseback Tours — Book a guided riding outing and confirm age and experience requirements.
Free Things To Do
- Tex Randall Statue — See the giant outdoor cowboy landmark.
- Downtown Canyon Mural — View the mural from public areas of the historic square.
- Randall County Courthouse Exterior — Walk around the downtown square to admire the courthouse architecture.
Every place has a story.Find Your Next Favorite.