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Copper Breaks State Park © Nicolas Henderson from Coppell, Texas / CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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Copper Breaks State Park © Nicolas Henderson from Coppell, Texas / CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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Copper Breaks State Park © Larry D. Moore / CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
One of the many views in Copper Breaks State Park in Hardeman County, Texas, United States.
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COPPER BREAKS STATE PARK
COPPER BREAKS STATE PARK
777 State Highway Park Road 62
Quanah, Texas   79252
(lat:34.1124 lon:-99.7506) map location

Phone: 940-839-4331
Bordered by the seasonal Pease River, this land was once rich in bison and other wildlife. It offered protection and bounty to generations of early Americans.

Before early settlers arrived, this region was the realm of the Comanche and Kiowa tribes.

Today, Copper Breaks State Park is 1,899 acres 12 miles south of Quanah and nine miles north of Crowell, in Hardeman County.

The state purchased the park from a private owner in 1970 under the State Parks Bond Program. The park opened in 1974.
Nature of the Area
Copper Breaks State Park features rugged, scenic beauty with mixed grass/mesquite-covered mesas and juniper breaks. North Texas wildlife abounds at the park.

Roadrunners, great blue herons, many species of ducks, meadowlarks, quail, doves, cardinals, owls, flickers, bluebirds, kites, hawks and mockingbirds are just a few of the many species of birds seen in the park.

The best time to look for mammals is early morning and late evening. Species here include mule deer, rabbits, raccoons, armadillos, opossums, bobcats, porcupines and coyotes. Youll see numerous frogs, turtles and lizards, as well as an occasional Texas horned lizard or horny toad.
History of the Area
The Comanche were the dominant tribe of the plains. They hunted, took shelter and sought medicine from the spirit world in the Pease River area. They believed that spirits dwelled in the Medicine Mounds, four domes about 10 miles east of the park.

In 1860, a young scout for the Texas Rangers named Charles Goodnight found signs of a Comanche camp near the Pease River. The rangers tracked the band, and a gun battle ensued. The rangers captured a woman and her infant.

Fishing
Try your luck fishing Lake Copper Breaks or Big Pond. We have a fishing pier and fish cleaning station on the lake. You do not need a license to fish here. We loan fishing gear for use in the park.


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Picnicking
Copper Breaks State Park offers picnic tables and grills. There are also group pavilions available for larger gatherings.
Trails
The Juniper Ridge Nature Trail hiking only is a short, challenging hike to great views of the red rock landscape. If you are seeking a thrill on wheels, explore MTB Loop and Chris Link on mountain bike.
Bicycling
Biking enthusiasts can explore over 10 miles of multi-use trails, suitable for various skill levels. Be cautious on rocky terrain.

The Juniper Ridge Nature Trail offers a challenging ride with steep inclines and sharp turns; safety gear is recommended.

For beginners or families, the Bull Canyon trail provides an easier biking experience but still requires attention to loose gravel areas.

Night rides are not advised due to limited visibility and potential wildlife encounters. Always carry water during your bike trip as temperatures can soar in summer months.

Remember that helmets are mandatory for riders under age 17 according to state law - it's always safer regardless of age!

Check weather conditions before setting out; flash floods may make some paths hazardous at times.

Always respect nature by staying on marked trails only - off-trail riding is prohibited here.

Lastly, be aware that you're sharing these routes with hikers and horseback riders too!
Birding
Birding enthusiasts can spot various species like the Wild Turkey, Northern Bobwhite, and Greater Roadrunner. Other common sightings include Red-tailed Hawk, Mourning Dove, Scissor-tailed Flycatcher and Western Kingbird. The park is also home to several owl species such as Great Horned Owl and Eastern Screech-Owl. Birders may catch sight of different woodpecker types including Ladder-backed Woodpecker or Downy Woodpecker.

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