Photo Gallery
Big Bend's rich history is revealed in a wealth of historic photographs. These galleries cover the period prior to the establishment of the park in 1944 and the evolution of the park in the years after. 
Seventy-five species of mammals inhabit the deserts and mountains of Big Bend National Park. Larger mammals include whitetail and mule deer, javelina, mountain lion, and black bear. |
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Did You Know?
Pummel Peak (6,620'/2018m) is the easternmost of the peaks of the Chisos Mountain range in Big Bend National Park. Viewed from the southeast, the peak resembles a saddle pommel, hence the name (pummel is an alternate word for pommel).