Big Bend National Park
National park · Brewster County
Texas
Highlights
Vast West Texas park with desert, mountains, canyons, stargazing
Vast West Texas park with desert, mountains, canyons, stargazing
"A vast, remote expanse along the Rio Grande that encompasses the Chihuahuan Desert, the Chisos Mountains, and spectacular river canyons; hikes into places like Santa Elena Canyon reveal sheer walls that rise so close one can almost touch Mexico." - Jane Siegel
"A vast, remote national park offering dramatic desert landscapes, river canyons, and extensive hiking opportunities; it’s reachable from nearby small towns and frequently used as a base for exploring West Texas wilderness." - Caroline Eubanks Caroline Eubanks Caroline Eubanks is a Lowell Thomas Award-winning travel writer and the author of “This Is My South: The Essential Travel Guide to the Southern States.” Her work has been published by Condé Nast Traveler, Garden & Gun, Architectural Digest, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"A diverse state offering a wide range of hiking experiences, from desert landscapes to forested trails."
"A rugged, remote park of dramatic canyons, desert plateaus, and winding river canyons that showcases sweeping desert and mountain contrasts for backcountry exploration." - Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel is a writer with more than eight years of experience editing and writing for both brands and online publications—with a particular focus on travel, fashion, and lifestyle. She’s also the founder of the travel site justpacked.com. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"I savor Big Bend as an International Dark Sky Park—staying late for pristine stargazing that can reveal planets, shooting stars, and the Milky Way on a clear, moonless night." - Jessica Chapel
