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"A land of strong beauty—
often savage and always imposing." -Lon Garrison
Sometimes considered " three parks in one," Big Bend includes mountain, desert, and river environments. An hour’s drive can take you from the banks of the Rio Grande to a mountain basin nearly a mile high. Here, you can explore one of the last remaining wild corners of the United States, and experience unmatched sights, sounds, and solitude.
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Conditions & Closures in the Park
Updated: February 17, 2012
The following areas in High Chisos will remain closed until further notice due to a recent mountain lion attack:
- Window Trail
- Pinnacles, Boulder Meadow, and Juniper Flat campsites
- Lost Mine Trail will re-open mid day, February 17,2012
A six-year-old boy received non-life-threatening injuries during the attack, and the animal is being tracked. Read the press release, or call 432-477-1108 for additional information.
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A Birder's Paradise
Big Bend National Park is known for its bird specialties found only in the Chisos Mountains or just within the border country of Texas to Arizona. Unique birds such as the Mexican mallard, Lucifer hummingbird, Mexican jay, black-capped and gray vireos, Colima warbler, and varied bunting occur here at different times of the year.
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Big Bend and the Border: Is it safe?
In addition to defining the curve that forms the Big Bend, the Rio Grande also serves as the international boundary between the United States and Mexico. Throughout much of its history the border along the Rio Grande has often been fluid, allowing people of both countries to come and go as needed. However, the border is an artificial boundary imposed on the natural environment, and as such is subject to political and social pressures. Visitors often ask if the border is safe; the following page has information for visiting a border area.
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How NOT to die in the Desert
With over 800,000 acres of remote desert and mountains, visitors to Big Bend can wander and explore to their hearts’ content. But with this freedom comes risk. Every year, park staff must rescue hikers who either underestimate the terrain and/or temperatures or overestimate their own abilities. This environment is not forgiving; hikers have died here after going just a few hours without water.
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Write to
PO Box 129
Big Bend National Park, TX 79834
Phone
Visitor Information
(432) 477-2251
Weather Information Hotline
(432) 477-1183
Fax
(432) 477-1175
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Climate
Fall and spring are usually warm and pleasant. Summers are hot, although temperatures vary greatly between the desert floor and the Chisos Mountains; May and June are the hottest months. Afternoon and evening rains often cool the desert from July to October. Winters are generally mild, although periods of cold weather (including light snow or ice) are possible. Winter visitors must prepare for a variety of conditions.
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| |  | | Did You Know?
At 7,832 feet (2,387 meters) in elevation, Emory peak is the tallest point in the Chisos Mountains, and Big Bend National Park. A strenuous nine mile roundtrip hike is required to reach the summit.
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Last Updated: January 01, 2012 at 16:00 MST |
