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Preserving The Environment When Cycling

Preserving The Environment When Cycling

by Molly Clark When you head out on an adventure on your bike, you are doing many things to help the environment. After all, it is an eco-friendly and healthy form of transportation that doesn’t leave a carbon footprint. But, if you aren’t careful and if you don’t work to preserve the environment while cycling, […]

3 Dreamy Days in Big Bend, Texas

3 Dreamy Days in Big Bend, Texas

Craggy canyons tower over the mighty Rio Grande in west Texas, separating the United States from Mexico. The Big Bend area of Texas offers a blissful coexistence of mountain terrain and desert plains. Entire mesas covered with branchy ocotillo plants and blooming yucca reach sky high. More than a national park and state park, Big Bend […]

Hiking Trails for Young Children in Big Bend National Park


Hiking Trails for Young Children in Big Bend National Park


By Belle Peña-Lancaster Planning a trip to the Big Bend Region with children in tote can be a bit intimidating. The road wear you incur while traveling just to get to the Brewster County line is unavoidable, however it’s completely worth it. From one family to another let us share our favorite hiking trails for […]

Big Bend 4th of July Parades

Big Bend 4th of July Parades

Celebrate the 4th in Big Bend country! Have fun at the 4th of July parades in Marathon and Terlingua!

West Fest Cabrito Cook Off

West Fest Cabrito Cook Off

Marathon, Texas West Fest Cabrito Cook Off brings competitive cooking and crafts to Post Park to raise funds for Marathon Volunteer Fire Department each year!

Marathon Quilt and Craft Show

Marathon Quilt and Craft Show

The Marathon Quilt and Craft Show is a long-running, free event held one Saturday each year at the Community Center in Marathon, usually in September.

New Moon Nights in Marathon

New Moon Nights in Marathon

Come to Big Bend for great night skies! Marathon’s New Moon Fest celebrates dark starry nights with educational talks, star parties, tacos, music, and more!

Big Bend’s Oasis at Post Park in Marathon, TX

Big Bend’s Oasis at Post Park in Marathon, TX

Post Park is a wellspring in the Big Bend region. Enjoy a picnic under shade trees near a spring-fed pond at this beautiful park the next time you’re in Marathon!

Critters of Big Bend

Critters of Big Bend

In Big Bend, you’ll find wildlife crossing the land, birds and bats flying high above, constellation critters dotting the night sky, and fossil creatures buried deep below! Enjoy Big Bend wildlife on your next visit!

5 Reasons You Need to Experience Summer Nights in Big Bend

5 Reasons You Need to Experience Summer Nights in Big Bend

From spectacular stargazing to amazing sunset horseback rides, these are the top reasons you need to experience Big Bend’s magical summer evenings.

Camping in Big Bend Backcountry

Camping in Big Bend Backcountry

One family fulfills a longtime dream of backcountry camping in Big Bend National Park!