• Sierra del Carmen

    Big Bend

    National Park Texas

Superintendent's Compendium

Sotol and sunrise
Icy sotol and sunrise; January 2007
NPS/Eric Leonard
 
Listing of Special Regulations in Effect for Big Bend National Park
Authorized by Title 16, United States Code, Section 3, and Title 36, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 1 through 7, the following regulations are established by the Park Superintendent for the proper management, protection and public use of Big Bend National Park and Rio Grande Wild and Scenic River.

These regulations apply in addition to the criminal laws of the United States and the regulations contained in Title 36 of the Code of Federal Regulations. A person convicted of violating a provision of these regulations shall be punished by a fine as provided by law, or by imprisonment not exceeding 6 months, or both, and shall be adjudged to pay all costs of the proceedings.
 
Superintendent's Compendium (2010) [1.39 MB PDF File]
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Did You Know?

Persimmon Gap, viewed from the south

Persimmon Gap has long been a natural gateway for travelers to the Big Bend. The Comanche Trail passed through the gap, a ranch-era store was located there, as well as the modern visitor center and park entrance. More...