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Caprock Canyons Trailway: Oxbow Trail

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Approximately 10 miles of the Caprock Canyons Trailway, this section runs from Tampico Siding to Turkey Depot.
9.9
mi
Distance
191
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Access Issues
Day use permits and updated trailway information can be obtained from Caprock Canyons State Park and Trailway Headquarters, three miles South of Quitague, Tx, on FM 1065. Phone: 1(806)-455-1492. Rattlesnakes are common. Always watch where you put your hands and feet.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
9.92mi
Distance
191ft
Elevation Gain
108ft
Elevation Loss
5%
Max Grade
2,376ft
High Point
2,244ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The Oxbow Trail can be accessed from Tampico Siding or Turkey Depot. A parking area is available at either end of the trail and a backcountry campsite area is available at Tampico Siding. There is no marked camping area in Turkey Depot according to the Caprock Canyons Trialway handout provided by the park. Water availability at trailheads and on trail is unreliable so hikers and backpackers should plan ahead regarding water needs and pack plenty of water. There is an Allsups in Turkey Depot where hikers and backpackers can get water and food. The trail is open in most areas so wind and sun exposure can be concerns.

Route Conditions

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Contributors
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