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Big Bend National Park


Discover one of nature's best keep secrets: the vast land known as Big Bend National Park. Making up more than Rio Grande - Big Bend National Park800,000 acres of land along West Texas and the Mexican border, Big Bend is a popular location to explore and enjoy outdoor activities. Just a few hours from Midland, Big Bend National Park is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Exploring Big Bend on foot is a must with 150 miles of trails. Take a day hike or a backpacking trip! There are steeper climbs for the more athletic visitor, shorter walks for the novice sightseer. A diverse array of animals and plants call Big Bend home, making bird watching and wildlife viewing popular pastimes.

Big Bend National ParkThere are more than 200 miles of water to navigate along the Rio Grande making river trips a popular activity at Big Bend National Park. Enjoy adventurous rapids, scenic canyons, and the desert air. Bring your own equipment or rent at the park. Big Bend guide services are available for hire.Swimming is allowed at designated locations along the river. Only licensed fisherman may fish at specific areas along the Big Bend river front campgrounds.

Camping is a great experience inside Big Bend. Campgrounds are first come, first serve. Reservations at Big Bend National Park are only available for groups of 10 or more, up to 90 days in advance by calling 915-477-1188. The charge is $8 per night for all campers. Amenities vary between campsites.

Big Bend National Park:
Park Information (915) 477-2251

Entrance fees:
Private vehicle, $10 per vehicle
Bicycles and motorcycles, $5 per person
Non-commercial groups, (Boy Scouts, church groups, etc.)
$5 per person or $10 per family tour bus
Passenger size bus, (25 or more) $200 per vehicle
Mini-van, (16-25 passenger size) $100 per vehicle
Small van, (7-15 passenger size) $75 per vehicle
Commercial sedan, (6 people or less) $25 per vehicle
(Prices subject to change and may differ from what is listed on this page)

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