The beauty and majesty of Palo Duro Canyon is a melting pot of historical facts and spirit-filled dreams. When facts about historical events become intertwined with elements that inspire creative minds, the consequences can be bone-chilling. A visit with any old-timer who likes tall tales will convince even skeptics of the importance of legends.
Ghost stories preserve a heritage and are just plain entertaining.
They were getting near home when they were suddenly held up by three Mexican bandits. The bandits took off with the large bags of gold and silver coins. They were caught the next day or so, but no payroll. When interrogated about where they left the loot, the three bandits admitted to burying the coins in a canyon near a rock shaped like a lighthouse. The official Lighthouse located in what is now Palo Duro Canyon State Park.