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Big Bend National Park
Historic Photos
Loaded ore bucket on aerial tramway, 1919
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Loaded ore bucket on aerial tramway, 1919
 
Big Bend's rich history is revealed by a wealth of historic photographs. Covering both the period prior to the establishment of the park in 1944 and the evolution of the park in the years after, these galleries provide an opportunity to glimpse the past.
The desert landscape can be very hot in May and June!  

Did You Know?
May and June are the hottest months in Big Bend National Park. Daytime temperatures in the desert and along the Rio Grande can reach 115 degrees, while temperatures in the Chisos Mountains average in the upper 80s.
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Last Updated: August 04, 2006 at 17:47 EST