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Big Bend National Park
Castolon Visitor Center
 
 
Open
November through April 10:00 am - 5:00 pm (Closed for lunch)
May through October Closed

Location
The visitor center is located in the east end of the historic "La Harmonia" store building at Castolon.

Closures
The Castolon Visitor Center is open seasonally (November through April).

Exhibits
Visitor center exhibits relate the history of the Castolon area from 1901 through 1961 by way of historic photos, written narrative and hands-on items. Additional exhibits can be viewed in the Magdelena House, just a short distance from the Visitor Center.

Available Facilities
The Castolon Visitor Center features a Big Bend Natural History Association bookstore and nearby restrooms. Backcountry camping permits and river use permits can be obtained at the visitor center during normal hours. Entrance fees can be paid at the Castolon Visitor Center.

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The La Harmonia store building at Castolon  

Did You Know?
While the visitor center at Castolon is closed in the summer (generally from May to October), the Cottonwood campground and the Castolon store are open year-round.
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Last Updated: November 01, 2007 at 13:01 EST