Big Bend National Park

TX
There is a place in Far West Texas where night skies are dark as coal and rivers carve temple-like canyons in ancient limestone. Here, at the end of the road, hundreds of bird species take refuge in a solitary mountain range surrounded by weather-beaten desert. Tenacious cactus bloom in sublime southwestern sun, and species diversity is the best in the country. This magical place is Big Bend...
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WEATHER INFO

Big Bend is in the Chihuahuan Desert. Sunshine is abundant year-round. Spring (March) is typically warm and pleasant and is the park's busiest season. Summer heat begins in May. It is extremely HOT. Temperatures vary greatly between the desert which is usually well above 100 degrees F by late morning, and the Chisos Mountains, which can be 10-15 degrees cooler. May - August are the hottest months. Fall and Winter (Nov-Feb) are mild and pleasant, but some freezing does occur. Snow is rare.

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DIRECTIONS INFO

Hondo, Texas
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Several highways lead to Big Bend National Park: TX 118 from Alpine to Study Butte or FM 170 from Presidio to Study Butte (then 26 miles east to park headquarters) or US 90 or US 385 to Marathon (then 70 miles south to park headquarters). Distances between towns and services are considerable. Be sure you have plenty of gas, food, water, and supplies for your trip. There are no electric vehicle charging stations in Big Bend National Park. The closest EV charging station is 130 miles away in Fort Stockton.
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PARK CLOSURE

Road Closures

River Road East is open from the eastern end to the Glenn Spring Road junction. Glenn Spring Road is open. The paved road between Castolon and Santa Elena Canyon (Park Route 16) is open. River Road is closed west of the Glenn Springs Road junction. Old Ore Road, Hot Springs Road, and Black Gap Road are all closed. Unpaved roads require 4-wheel drive. Your safety is your responsibility, be prepared to self-rescue.

INFORMATION

Pardon Our Dust: Chisos Basin Improvement Projects to Begin May 1, 2026

Work on two large construction projects in the Chisos Basin will begin in May 2026 and continue for approximately two years. Major disruptions in visitor access to the Chisos Basin are expected during this time. Big Bend National Park will remain OPEN.

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Big Bend is a NO DRONE Zone

The use of drones is prohibited in Big Bend National Park. Thank you for preserving the peace and tranquility of Big Bend.

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Bringing a Pet to Big Bend?

Bringing your pet to Big Bend National Park will limit some of your park explorations and opportunities. Pets are not allowed on park trails, in the backcountry, or on the river. Pets are allowed only where vehicles can go. Pets may not be left unattended

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