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!

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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.

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Camping in Big Bend Backcountry

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

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Cool it Big Bend style

A visit to Big Bend during the summer time can cast a hot spell on visitors! You'll want to keep coming back if you consider these tips for travel!

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Big Bend 5-day Itinerary

Follow Ann on a 5-day roundtrip to Big Bend from Houston, Texas, where she shares great photo stops and a time table for visiting some of Big Bend National Park's top sights.

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Chisos Basin Pinnacles Trail

Paul and Marsha Weaver documented their stay in the Big Bend in many blog posts. Here, they share wonderful views and insights from Pinnacles Trail in Big Bend National park.

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J.O. Langford’s Hot Springs: A Very Brief History

Consider the recent history of the hot springs and the story of how they became national park property for only $10. Be sure to make your way down that pleasant path for a soak on your next visit!

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Zipline

The Lajitas Zipline is a unique zipline course that offers a boutique experience and variety of tour options with something for everyone.

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Four Wheel Drive access hikes: Ernst Tinaja Trail

Be sure to explore all your National Park has to offer! Put Ernst Tinaja Trail on the list of must-see hikes!

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Big Bend Outdoors Safety Tips

Welcome to the Big Bend! We want you to feel prepared and confident while you explore the vast wild lands of Brewster County! Here are some handy outdoors tips!

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Joe Nick’s Big Bend Top Ten

Visit Big Bend asked Joe Nick Patoski, prolific Texas author, to do a Top Ten for visitors headed to the faraway part of the state Patowski affectionately dubbed "Texas of the Imagination."

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The Lost Mine Trail Experience: Low Barrier To Entry, High Pay Out

Follow Tom Roush on the Lost Mine Trail: "I can’t speak highly enough of this hike. The investment versus the reward is very favorable to the hiker. There were many kids on the trail and at the top, so it’s easy and safe enough for tiny tikes."

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Bird’s-eye view of Big Bend

Aerial flights give a bird's-eye view of the Big Bend.

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