Nearby Attractions
Things To Do in Amarillo, TX
The Gathering Place RV Park sits in a quiet corner of the Texas Panhandle with quick access to what’s happening around. Located just off US-287, our RV park is situated in a spot that makes it easy to explore some of the region’s most popular attractions and things to do in Amarillo while enjoying a peaceful place to return to at night.
Getting Around from The Gathering Place RV Park
Our RV campgrounds are located on US-287 makes it easy to plan day trips throughout the Texas Panhandle:
- Claude, TX: 5–6 minutes
- Amarillo, TX: 20–25 minutes
- Cadillac Ranch: 30 minutes
- Palo Duro Canyon State Park: 45 minutes
- Pantex Plant: 20–25 minutes
Amarillo Highlights
Cadillac Ranch
(≈30 min)
Iconic roadside art installation with ten half-buried Cadillacs covered in graffiti.
The Big Texan Steak Ranch & Brewery
(≈20 min)
Famous for its 72-ounce steak challenge and Texas-themed dining.
Famous for its 72-ounce steak challenge and Texas-themed dining.
Texas Air & Space Museum
(≈20 min)
Aviation exhibits highlighting regional history.
Aviation exhibits highlighting regional history.
Texas Route 66 Visitor Center
(≈30 min)
Antique shops, murals, and restaurants along America’s most famous highway.
Antique shops, murals, and restaurants along America’s most famous highway.
Amarillo Museum of Art
(≈25 min)
Galleries featuring regional and international works.
Galleries featuring regional and international works.
Amarillo Botanical Gardens
(≈30–40 min)
A relaxing spot with seasonal blooms and walking paths.
A relaxing spot with seasonal blooms and walking paths.
Amarillo Tri-State Exposition & Fairgrounds
(≈25–30 min)
Events, rodeos, and the annual Tri-State Fair.
Events, rodeos, and the annual Tri-State Fair.
Walmart Supercenter
(≈20–25 min)
Convenient for picking up supplies.
Convenient for picking up supplies.
The 806 Coffee + Lounge
(≈25–30 min)
Trendy coffeehouse and lounge in Amarillo’s Route 66 District.
Trendy coffeehouse and lounge in Amarillo’s Route 66 District.
Palo Duro Canyon & Outdoor Adventures
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
(≈45 min)
Hiking, scenic drives, and the outdoor musical TEXAS.
Hiking, scenic drives, and the outdoor musical TEXAS.
MERUS Adventure Park
(≈25 min)
Off-road park with trails for 4x4s, dirt bikes, and side-by-sides.
Off-road park with trails for 4x4s, dirt bikes, and side-by-sides.
Wildcat Bluff Nature Center
(≈35–40 min)
Trails and wildlife viewing close to Amarillo.
Trails and wildlife viewing close to Amarillo.
Cowgirls & Cowboys In The West
(≈25–40 min)
Western horseback riding tours and ranch experiences.
Western horseback riding tours and ranch experiences.
Tascosa Drive In
(≈30–35 min)
Classic Amarillo drive-in theater.
Classic Amarillo drive-in theater.
Amarillo Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum
(≈20–25 min)
Museum honoring the history and impact of the American Quarter Horse.
Museum honoring the history and impact of the American Quarter Horse.
Bill’s Backyard Classic
(≈10 min)
Collection of classic cars and trucks from the 1920s through the 1970s.
Collection of classic cars and trucks from the 1920s through the 1970s.
Route 66 Motor Speedway
(≈20–25 min)
Local dirt track racing.
Local dirt track racing.
Family Fun & Local Favorites
Wonderland Amusement Park
(≈30 min)
Classic amusement rides and family entertainment.
Classic amusement rides and family entertainment.
Amarillo Zoo
(≈30–35 min)
Home to lions, tigers, monkeys, and regional wildlife.
Home to lions, tigers, monkeys, and regional wildlife.
Don Harrington Discovery Center
(≈30–40 min)
Hands-on science center with a planetarium.
Hands-on science center with a planetarium.
Jack Sisemore RV Museum and Storage
(≈35–40 min)
Vintage RVs, campers, and motorcycles on display.
Vintage RVs, campers, and motorcycles on display.
Westgate Mall
(≈30 min)
Amarillo’s largest indoor shopping center.
Amarillo’s largest indoor shopping center.
Sports World
(≈30–35 min)
Go-karts, batting cages, mini-golf, and arcade fun.
Go-karts, batting cages, mini-golf, and arcade fun.
Western Bowl
(≈30–35 min)
Large bowling alley with league play, casual lanes, and a lively Amarillo atmosphere.
Large bowling alley with league play, casual lanes, and a lively Amarillo atmosphere.
Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum
(≈40–45 min)
Museum in Canyon, TX, covering regional history.
Museum in Canyon, TX, covering regional history.
Hodgetown Stadium
(≈25 min)
Downtown Amarillo ballpark, home of the Sod Poodles minor league baseball team.
Downtown Amarillo ballpark, home of the Sod Poodles minor league baseball team.
AMP’D! Adventure Park
(≈35–40 min)
Indoor trampoline and adventure park with climbing walls, dodgeball, and open jump areas.
Indoor trampoline and adventure park with climbing walls, dodgeball, and open jump areas.
Escape Rooms in Amarillo
Amarillo Escape & Mystery
(≈35 min)
Themed puzzle adventures for groups.
Themed puzzle adventures for groups.
Xcape Room Warehouse
(≈25 min)
Popular escape room attraction near downtown.
Popular escape room attraction near downtown.
Claude Essentials (Close to the Park)
Armstrong County Museum
(≈5–6 min)
Local history, art, and heritage exhibits.
Local history, art, and heritage exhibits.
Dollar General
(≈6 min)
Everyday essentials.
Everyday essentials.
Allsup’s Convenience Store
(≈6 min)
Fuel and quick snacks.
Fuel and quick snacks.
Hometown Food Store
(≈6 min)
Small-town grocery stop.
Small-town grocery stop.
CEFCO Travel Center
(≈5 min)
Travel plaza with fuel and supplies.
Travel plaza with fuel and supplies.
Book Your Stay Near Amarillo, TX
We’re proud to share our little corner of the Texas Panhandle with you, and present you with some of the finest things to do in Amarillo and beyond. Thank you for choosing The Gathering Place RV Park — we hope your stay is peaceful, comfortable, and just what you need on your journey.