Santa Elena Canyon, downstream, is the most popular overnight or three day trip, not only because the put-in and take-out are easily accessed by car, …See more
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May 18, 2024
Gorgeous, near sunset, the light streaming in. Breathtaking. May is hot but not crowded at all. Just WoW. Long drive but so worth it. Full review by DiverRN
May 15, 2024
If you are lucky enough to take this hike, you will never forget the beauty and the splendor. The views are world class. If you enjoy photography, you will be thrilled. I loved the rugged desert a… Full review by Mommy593
May 12, 2024
This place is absolutely gorgeous. Highly recommend going early since the parking lot can fill up very quickly. Plus, the likelihood of seeing wildlife, including mountain sheep that I saw, is much h… Full review by minimize940314
About how long (round trip) would you say it should take to walk the trail? Thanks!
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This 1.6 mile round-trip walk took us 65 minutes, which included a little time to sit on a rock and take in the narrow canyon views. If you are sensitive to the heat, be sure to do this hike …
This 1.6 mile round-trip walk took us 65 minutes, which included a little time to sit on a rock and take in the narrow canyon views. If you are sensitive to the heat, be sure to do this hike early morning, as it was very hot in the full sun in the afternoon with temps in the 80's (in February).
I am planning to visit Big bend around 19th Oct and looking for camping. I would like to know how will be the weather and also the best places to camp. How can i book for a campsite. Thanks
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Developed Campgrounds The National Park Service operates three developed front country campgrounds that provide drinking water and restroom facilities. The campgrounds …
Developed Campgrounds The National Park Service operates three developed front country campgrounds that provide drinking water and restroom facilities. The campgrounds use self-registration and the majority of sites are first-come, first-served. Chisos Basin Campground (60 sites, 26 reservable) Cottonwood Campground (24 sites, no reservations) Rio Grande Village Campground (100 sites, 43 reservable) The concession-operated Rio Grande Village RV Campground (25 sites with full hook-ups) is also located at Rio Grande Village. For reservations call 1-877-386-4383 or 432-477-2293. NPS Campground Reservations A limited number of campsites in the Rio Grande Village campground are reservable from November 15-April 15, and in the Chisos Basin campground from November 15–May 31. Reservations must be made 4 days ahead of arrival and can be made up to 6 months in advance by visiting recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. Big Bend National Park cannot make reservations. For more information visit the campground reservations page. Camping Limits Visitors can stay in the park up to 14 consecutive nights in either a front or backcountry site, with a limit of 28 total nights in the park in a calendar year. Campers can occupy a specific site up to 14 total nights in a year. Between February 1–April 15, visitors are limited to a total of 14 nights in the park.
We are disabled and cannot hike. Are there views that can be seen from the car?
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Be sure and drive up to Sotol overlook. Also, if possible, you might look into using some local outfitters. Flying over the park or floating the river or taking a jeep ride might yield the …
Be sure and drive up to Sotol overlook. Also, if possible, you might look into using some local outfitters. Flying over the park or floating the river or taking a jeep ride might yield the best views for you. Finally, YES driving any of the park roads will not disappoint. It's beautiful from the car. There is a river overlook turn out just past the tunnel on the east side, but I did not see it. Hope you enjoy your trip. I went early March and it was spectacular.
Just want to add to the response above, that bears frequent the area and cougars too. All National Parks have these rules. If you want to hike with dogs, look at State Parks.
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