🌵 Epic 3-Day Itinerary for Big Bend National Park 🌄
Ready for an unforgettable adventure in Big Bend National Park?! Join us as we explore the best of this stunning park over three action-packed days! From breathtaking hikes and scenic drives to delicious local eats and stargazing under the vast Texas sky, this itinerary has it all. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more travel guides and adventures!
Day 1: Thursday - West Side
Arrive in the afternoon and head straight to the west side of the park.
Visit Santa Elena Canyon via Maverick Road (check conditions ahead of time!) - enjoy a short 1.0-mile hike.
Drive back via the scenic Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive:
Stop at Castalon
Admire the Mule Ears
Catch a stunning sunset at Sotol Vista
Once you have cell signal, call Long Draw Pizza for a delicious pickup once you get into town! 🍕
End the night with some amazing stargazing🔭
Day 2: Friday - The Basin
Rise early and hit the Lost Mine Trail - a challenging but rewarding 5-mile hike with a 1,200' elevation gain.⤴
Next, hike The Window Trail - a beautiful 4.7-mile trek with a 700' elevation gain, perfect for a lunch break at the trail end overlooking Mexico.
For the ambitious, add an extra hike to Balanced Rock - a 2.25-mile hike with a 250' elevation gain (note: dirt road with a rough finish).
Enjoy dinner and shopping at the iconic Starlight Theatre.
End your day with more incredible stargazing.
Day 3: Saturday - East Side
Drive to the Boquillas Border Crossing (about 1 hour from Terlingua):
Don’t forget your passport!
Savor margaritas at Jose Falcon’s
Try goat tacos at Boquillas Restaurant
Shop for unique souvenirs
Visit the Rio Grande Village Visitor Center.
Relax at the historic Hot Springs.
Grab dinner at El Gordo’s Grill Foodtruck.
Stargaze one last time under the Big Bend skies.
Day 4: Sunday - Departure
Start your morning with coffee and breakfast at Venga.
Leave just at sunrise and enjoy a peaceful drive through the park.
Make a stop at the Fossil Discovery Exhibit for a final dose of Big Bend’s natural history.
👉 Tips & Recommendations:
Check trail conditions and road closures ahead of time at www.nps.gov/bibe/index.htm
Bring way more water than you would think you need, sunscreen, and plenty of snacks.
Respect the park's rules and preserve its natural beauty.
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