https://www.nps.gov/bibe News releases from Big Bend National Park. en-us https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2026-01-26-invasive-tree-removal.htm Tue, 27 Jan 2026 03:00:00 EST BIG BEND NATIONAL PARK, Texas – Big Bend National Park will cut down and apply herbicide to invasive tamarisk along the Rio Grande, including the Hot Springs area, February 12-28. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2026-01-26-invasive-tree-removal.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2026-01-03-critical-water-shortage.htm Sat, 03 Jan 2026 03:00:00 EST Big Bend National Park, Texas—On December 23, 2025, the water pumps at Oak Spring failed completely. These pumps supply water to the Chisos Basin developed area from Oak Spring, the only water source for the Chisos Basin. The park immediately enacted Stage 2 water restrictions to conserve the water stored in the Chisos Basin water tanks. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2026-01-03-critical-water-shortage.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2025-09-29-tourism-contributes-$56-8-million.htm Tue, 30 Sep 2025 06:00:00 EST BIG BEND NATIONAL PARK, Texas – A new National Park Service report shows that in 2024, 561 thousand park visitors spent an estimated $56.8 million in local gateway regions while visiting Big Bend National Park. These expenditures supported a total of 585 jobs, $17.3 million in labor income, $34.4 million in value added, and $63.7 million in economic output in local gateway economies surrounding Big Bend National Park. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2025-09-29-tourism-contributes-$56-8-million.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/wildlife-project-will-temporarily-close-remote-sections-of-big-bend-national-park.htm Sun, 21 Sep 2025 20:00:00 EST BIG BEND NATIONAL PARK, Texas – In early October, Big Bend National Park will implement targeted management actions to protect native desert bighorn sheep by reducing the population of non-native Barbary sheep (aoudad) within the park. This is a continuation of the park’s annual aoudad management in collaboration with the Texas Parks and Wildlife (TPWD). https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/wildlife-project-will-temporarily-close-remote-sections-of-big-bend-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/chisos-basin-construction.htm Wed, 20 Aug 2025 14:41:00 EST Construction projects in the Chisos Basin to replace the Chisos Mountains Lodge and the entire water distribution system have a revised start date of May 1, 2026. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/chisos-basin-construction.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/flooding-in-big-bend-national-park.htm Fri, 04 Jul 2025 05:25:00 EST The Big Bend area of Texas received significant amounts of rainfall during the past few days, causing flash floods, wet conditions, and flooding along the Rio Grande. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/flooding-in-big-bend-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/boquillas-port-of-entry-switches-to-summer-schedule.htm Fri, 18 Apr 2025 08:00:00 EST The Boquillas Port of Entry within Big Bend National Park, providing access to the town of Boquillas, Coahuila, Mexico will change to the summer schedule beginning Monday, May 5th. The crossing will be open four days a week, Fridays through Mondays. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/boquillas-port-of-entry-switches-to-summer-schedule.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/new-plant-species-discovered-in-big-bend.htm Mon, 24 Feb 2025 03:00:00 EST While hiking in Big Bend National Park, two park employees encountered a tiny plant that they didn’t recognize. Further investigation has now revealed that it is a species previously unknown to science. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/new-plant-species-discovered-in-big-bend.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/temporary-trail-closures-for-peregrine-falcon-nesting-season.htm Thu, 16 Jan 2025 04:46:00 EST Beginning February 1st and continuing through April 18, the National Park Service will temporarily close a portion of the East Rim Trail in the Chisos Mountains to protect nesting falcons. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/temporary-trail-closures-for-peregrine-falcon-nesting-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/visitor-fatality-on-emory-peak.htm Fri, 29 Nov 2024 09:18:00 EST On Wednesday, November 27, a group of hikers reported a seriously injured visitor at the summit of Emory Peak. A Park Ranger was airlifted by helicopter to the scene and located the body of a 35-year-old man from Florence, TX. Cause of death was determined to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/visitor-fatality-on-emory-peak.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/tamarisk-treatment.htm Tue, 05 Nov 2024 03:39:00 EST From November 11 to November 12, a team will be cutting down and applying herbicide to invasive salt cedars (Tamarix spp.) in the Hot Springs area. During this time, visitors may encounter a temporary closure along the river from Gravel Pit to Hot Springs Canyon. Work is not expected to affect visitor access to the historic Hot Springs. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/tamarisk-treatment.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/visitor-fatality-along-marufo-vega.htm Mon, 28 Oct 2024 09:00:00 EST On Monday, October 28, after an aerial and ground search by NPS rangers and U.S. Border Patrol supported by helicopters from the TX Department of Public Safety and U.S. Customs Air and Marine Operations, searchers located the body of a 24-year-old hiker along the Marufo Vega Trail. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/visitor-fatality-along-marufo-vega.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/boquillas-poe-winter-schedule.htm Mon, 21 Oct 2024 04:00:00 EST The Boquillas Port of Entry within Big Bend National Park, providing access to the town of Boquillas, Coahuila, Mexico, will change to the winter schedule beginning Monday, November 4. The crossing will be open five days a week, Wednesday through Sunday. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/boquillas-poe-winter-schedule.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/chisos-basin-construction-projects-to-begin-may-1.htm Wed, 16 Oct 2024 10:00:00 EST Construction work on significant improvements to the Chisos Basin area of the park will begin Summer 2025. As work begins, the Chisos Basin area will be closed to visitor entry. This includes the Basin Road, lodging units, Basin Campground, restaurant, NPS visitor center, camper store, and trails within the Basin area. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/chisos-basin-construction-projects-to-begin-may-1.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/aoudad-survey-24.htm Wed, 25 Sep 2024 08:00:00 EST On October 9-10, biologists will be conducting helicopter surveys for bighorn sheep and aoudad control in Big Bend National Park. The remote Deadhorse Mountains and Mesa de Anguila areas will be temporarily closed during this time. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/aoudad-survey-24.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/study-shows-economic-benefit-to-local-communities.htm Wed, 28 Aug 2024 05:57:00 EST A new National Park Service report shows that in 2023, 509 thousand park visitors spent an estimated $48.7 million in local gateway regions while visiting Big Bend National Park and Rio Grande Wild & Scenic River. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/study-shows-economic-benefit-to-local-communities.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/new-superintendent-for-big-bend-np.htm Tue, 07 May 2024 03:00:00 EST The National Park Service has selected Anjna O’Connor as superintendent of Big Bend National Park. O’Connor will begin her new assignment on May 19. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/new-superintendent-for-big-bend-np.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/port-of-entry-begins-summer-schedule-4-28.htm Mon, 15 Apr 2024 08:24:00 EST The Boquillas Port of Entry within Big Bend National Park, providing access to the town of Boquillas, Coahuila, Mexico will change to the summer schedule beginning Sunday, April 28. Starting Friday, May 3, the crossing will be open four days a week, Fridays through Mondays. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/port-of-entry-begins-summer-schedule-4-28.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/visitor-fatality-from-apparant-suicide.htm Thu, 21 Mar 2024 04:00:00 EST On Wednesday, March 20, the park received reports of an injured visitor along the Grapevine Hills Road. Responding rangers located the body of an 80-year-old man from Alpine, TX. The scene was investigated by the National Park Service, FBI, and Texas Rangers and the cause of death was determined to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/visitor-fatality-from-apparant-suicide.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/chisos-basin-access-public-meetings.htm Wed, 13 Mar 2024 04:00:00 EST Join acting Park Superintendent Chad Tinney and park staff to learn about the upcoming demolition/construction of the new Chisos Mountains Lodge, and discussion about changes to public access to the Chisos Basin area during the two-year project. Meetings in Terlingua 3/25 and Alpine 3/28. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/chisos-basin-access-public-meetings.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/busy-spring-break.htm Mon, 04 Mar 2024 03:00:00 EST Spring in the Chihuahuan Desert lures many visitors to remote West Texas, especially during the months of March and April. Big Bend is experiencing record visitation and those who anticipate spending spring break 2024 in the park will need to plan ahead and be prepared. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/busy-spring-break.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/emergency-road-repairs-at-the-maverick-entrance.htm Thu, 22 Feb 2024 03:00:00 EST Beginning Monday, February 26 crews will be making emergency repairs along the main park entrance road. Visitors accessing Big Bend National Park from Highway 118 to the western entrance near Study Butte/Terlingua will encounter single lane traffic and delays of up to 1 hour. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/emergency-road-repairs-at-the-maverick-entrance.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/temporary-closures-for-tamarisk-control.htm Fri, 02 Feb 2024 03:00:00 EST From February 8 to February 10, a team will be cutting down and applying herbicide to invasive salt cedars (Tamarix spp.) in the Hot Springs area. During this time, visitors may encounter a temporary closure along the river from Gravel Pit to Hot Springs Canyon. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/temporary-closures-for-tamarisk-control.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/temporary-closures-to-protect-falcon-nesting.htm Tue, 30 Jan 2024 10:00:00 EST Beginning February 1st and continuing through May 31st, the National Park Service (NPS) will again temporarily close select areas in the Chisos Mountains to protect nesting falcons. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/temporary-closures-to-protect-falcon-nesting.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/visitor-fatality-at-big-bend-national-park.htm Tue, 26 Dec 2023 04:00:00 EST On Sunday, December 24 Big Bend National Park rangers responded to the Chisos Mountains Lodge where a male visitor had collapsed and was unresponsive. Despite extended CPR and the use of an AED, all efforts to resuscitate the patient were unsuccessful. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/visitor-fatality-at-big-bend-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-announces-selection-of-park-concessioner.htm Wed, 06 Dec 2023 04:00:00 EST The National Park Service announced today the selection of Casa Grande Hospitality, LLC, a subsidiary of Aramark, to provide concession services within Big Bend National Park. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-announces-selection-of-park-concessioner.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/missing-hiker-rescued.htm Fri, 17 Nov 2023 07:00:00 EST At approximately 9:30 am on November 17, search teams located 25-year-old Christy Perry who was reported missing since November 9 in Big Bend National Park.  https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/missing-hiker-rescued.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/search-continues-for-missing-hiker.htm Fri, 17 Nov 2023 02:00:00 EST The search for a missing hiker, Christy Perry, continues today. Christy Perry is a 25-year-old female, 5' 2" tall and weighs 100 pounds. She has brown hair and a fair complexion. Her last known location was the beginning of the Lost Mine Trail. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/search-continues-for-missing-hiker.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/search-underway-for-missing-hiker.htm Thu, 16 Nov 2023 02:00:00 EST A search is currently underway for a hiker reported missing after her family reported that she did not return home from a trip to Big Bend National Park. Christy Perry is a 25-year-old female, 5' 2" tall and weighs 100 pounds. She has brown hair and a fair complexion. She was last seen at the Lost Mine Trail. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/search-underway-for-missing-hiker.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-ranger-recognized-for-20-years-of-emt-service.htm Mon, 13 Nov 2023 04:00:00 EST Park Ranger Cathy Buckingham was recently recognized by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians for achieving 20 consecutive years of National EMS Certification. This distinction is an honor held by very few EMS professionals. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-ranger-recognized-for-20-years-of-emt-service.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/boquillas-crossing-begins-winter-schedule.htm Tue, 17 Oct 2023 11:00:00 EST The Boquillas Port of Entry within Big Bend National Park, providing access to the town of Boquillas, Coahuila, Mexico, will change to the winter schedule beginning Thursday, November 2. The crossing will be open five days a week, Wednesday through Sunday. 9a-5p https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/boquillas-crossing-begins-winter-schedule.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/aoudad-survey-to-begin-october-3.htm Mon, 25 Sep 2023 02:00:00 EST During the first two weeks of October, biologists will be conducting helicopter surveys for bighorn sheep and aoudad in Big Bend National Park. The Deadhorse Mountains and surrounding areas, including the Dagger Flat Road and Old Ore Road will be temporarily closed starting October 3.  https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/aoudad-survey-to-begin-october-3.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/kbbw-wilderness-award.htm Thu, 24 Aug 2023 06:00:00 EST For their contributions to rejuvenate wilderness designation efforts at Big Bend National Park, a grassroots group of citizens known as “Keep Big Bend Wild” is the recipient of the 2023 NPS Excellence in Wilderness Stewardship Award, in the External Partner category. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/kbbw-wilderness-award.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/recent-study-shows-big-bend-s-sustained-economic-benefit-to-local-communities.htm Tue, 22 Aug 2023 04:00:00 EST A new report shows that in 2022, 514,000 visitors spent over $48 million in local gateway regions while visiting Big Bend National Park and Rio Grande Wild & Scenic River. The spending supported 659 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $56 million. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/recent-study-shows-big-bend-s-sustained-economic-benefit-to-local-communities.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/two-fatalities-in-big-bend-national-park.htm Sat, 24 Jun 2023 05:00:00 EST On June 23, during 119 degree extreme heat, Big Bend National Park’s Communications Center received a call for emergency assistance along the Marufo Vega Trail. Rangers and Border Patrol Agents located a 14 year old boy deceased along the trail, and soon after located the stepfather deceased at the scene of a crashed vehicle. The incident remains under investigation. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/two-fatalities-in-big-bend-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/temporary-closures-for-herbicide-application-6-3.htm Wed, 31 May 2023 04:00:00 EST From June 3 to June 7, a team of biologists and resource staff will be applying herbicide to control non-native giant cane along the river in the Rio Grande Village area. During this time, visitors may encounter temporary closures in affected areas. The Rio Grande Village boat ramp will remain open, and use of the river will not be closed. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/temporary-closures-for-herbicide-application-6-3.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/temporary-closures-for-prescribed-burn-on-5-1-5-5.htm Thu, 20 Apr 2023 05:00:00 EST On May 9 through May 11, Big Bend National Park fire managers will conduct a 149-acre prescribed burn along the Rio Grande. During this project, visitors will encounter a temporary closure of the road to Boquillas Canyon. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/temporary-closures-for-prescribed-burn-on-5-1-5-5.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/boquillas-port-of-entry-summer-hours-2023.htm Tue, 11 Apr 2023 08:00:00 EST The Boquillas Port of Entry within Big Bend National Park, providing access to the town of Boquillas, Coahuila, Mexico will change to the summer schedule beginning Monday, May 1st. The port will be open four days a week, Friday through Monday. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/boquillas-port-of-entry-summer-hours-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/visitor-fatality-hot-springs-canyon.htm Tue, 07 Mar 2023 07:00:00 EST On Monday, March 6, Big Bend National Park’s Communications Center received a call requesting emergency assistance for a hiker along the Hot Springs Canyon Trail. A team of Park Rangers and a U.S. Border Patrol Agent responded and immediately began CPR. Unfortunately, all attempts to revive the hiker were unsuccessful. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/visitor-fatality-hot-springs-canyon.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/temporary-closures-for-herbicide-applications.htm Wed, 01 Mar 2023 07:00:00 EST From March 3 to March 5, a team will be cutting down and applying herbicide to invasive salt cedars (Tamarix spp.) in the Hot Springs Canyon area. During this time, visitors may encounter a temporary closure along the river from Gravel Pit to Daniels Ranch. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/temporary-closures-for-herbicide-applications.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/spring-break-2023.htm Tue, 28 Feb 2023 07:00:00 EST Spring in the Chihuahuan Desert has always lured many visitors to remote West Texas, especially during the months of March and April. Big Bend is already experiencing record visitation and those who anticipate spending spring break 2023 in the park will need to plan ahead and be prepared. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/spring-break-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/green-gulch-fire.htm Fri, 24 Feb 2023 07:00:00 EST A quick response from Big Bend National Park fire personnel halted a small wildfire caused by wind-downed power lines in the Chisos Mountains. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/green-gulch-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/visitor-fatality-on-the-pinnacles-trail.htm Sun, 19 Feb 2023 05:01:00 EST On the afternoon of February 18, Big Bend National Park received notice of a 56-year-old male experiencing chest pains while hiking the Pinnacles Trail. All attempts to revive the victim were unsuccessful. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/visitor-fatality-on-the-pinnacles-trail.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/north-rosillos-wilderness-eligibility-study.htm Fri, 03 Feb 2023 07:00:00 EST Over 99 square miles of rugged mountains and sweeping desert expanses in the northern reaches of Big Bend National Park have been determined eligible for inclusion in the National Wilderness Preservation System. This administrative determination does not make a recommendation to Congress for designation and has no impact on public use, nor does it change current management. Rather, it recognizes the wilderness characteristics of these lands which had not previously been assessed.    https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/north-rosillos-wilderness-eligibility-study.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/temporary-peregrine-closure-2023.htm Fri, 20 Jan 2023 07:00:00 EST Beginning February 1st and continuing through May 31st, the National Park Service (NPS) will again temporarily close select areas in the Chisos Mountains to protect nesting falcons. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/temporary-peregrine-closure-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/proposed-communications-tower-at-pj.htm Tue, 06 Dec 2022 04:00:00 EST Commnet Four Corners, LLC (Commnet) has requested a special use permit to build a new communication tower in the Panther Junction developed area. The NPS is seeking public comments on this proposal through January 15, 2023. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/proposed-communications-tower-at-pj.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/boquillas-port-of-entry-winter-schedule.htm Fri, 28 Oct 2022 05:00:00 EST The Boquillas Port of Entry within Big Bend National Park, providing access to the town of Boquillas, Coahuila, Mexico, as well as the Mexican Protected Areas of Maderas del Carmen and Ocampo, will change to the winter schedule beginning Wednesday, November 2. The crossing will be open five days a week, Wednesdays through Sundays. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/boquillas-port-of-entry-winter-schedule.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/desert-bighorn-and-aoudad-control-to-begin.htm Thu, 06 Oct 2022 02:00:00 EST During the week of October 10th, the National Park Service (NPS) will continue with ongoing measures to protect desert bighorn sheep in Big Bend National Park, which includes reducing the population of non-native aoudad (Barbary sheep). Some remote sections of the park will be closed during this operation. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/desert-bighorn-and-aoudad-control-to-begin.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/park-roads-reopening-after-storm-damage.htm Fri, 09 Sep 2022 03:00:00 EST Many of the park's primitive dirt roads and a portion of the paved Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive and Lost Mine Trail have reopened following damage from heavy monsoon rains. High water flows are expected this weekend along the Rio Grande. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/park-roads-reopening-after-storm-damage.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/storm-damage-to-lost-mine-trail-and-scenic-drive.htm Sat, 03 Sep 2022 09:00:00 EST On Saturday, heavy rains resulted in damage to both the Lost Mine Trail and Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive. The Lost Mine Trail will remain closed until trail crews can repair the damaged section. The Ross Maxwell Drive is now closed south of Mule Ears Overlook until road crews can repair the road and make it safe for vehicle traffic. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/storm-damage-to-lost-mine-trail-and-scenic-drive.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/chisos-basin-campground-bear-closure.htm Fri, 12 Aug 2022 06:06:00 EST UPDATE 9-12: Campground Reopened The Chisos Basin Campground and Chisos Basin Group Campground in Big Bend National Park are closed to public use until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/chisos-basin-campground-bear-closure.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/lone-mountain-trail-opens.htm Fri, 05 Aug 2022 05:00:00 EST Park visitors now have an additional opportunity to enjoy the wide-open spaces of Big Bend along a brand new hiking trail. The Lone Mountain Trail now offers a moderately challenging 3-mile loop that circumnavigates the base of Lone Mountain, an imposing feature just north of park headquarters at Panther Junction. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/lone-mountain-trail-opens.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/visitor-fatality-on-the-chimneys-trail.htm Fri, 22 Jul 2022 06:00:00 EST On the evening of July 21, Big Bend National Park received notice of a fatality along the Chimneys Trail. Rangers responded, and a deceased 75-year-old male from Houston was located approximately ½ mile from the trailhead. There was no obvious cause of death. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/visitor-fatality-on-the-chimneys-trail.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/closure-of-the-window-trail-in-the-chisos-mountains.htm Sun, 17 Jul 2022 05:00:00 EST Effective immediately, the Window Trail in the Chisos Mountains in Big Bend National Park is closed to public use until further notice. This emergency closure is due to significantly increased bear activity in the narrow trail corridor. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/closure-of-the-window-trail-in-the-chisos-mountains.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/fire-truck-donated.htm Mon, 11 Jul 2022 05:51:00 EST On Thursday July 7, 2022, Big Bend National Park’s surplus Wildland Fire Engine 864 was transferred to the Marathon Fire Department. Engine 864 is a 2011 Ford F-550 that is classified as a Type 6 Wildland Fire Engine, designed for use in rural settings and used in initial attack on wildfires https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/fire-truck-donated.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/rare-oak-rediscovered.htm Fri, 08 Jul 2022 09:34:00 EST Researchers from a coalition of institutions have identified a living specimen of an oak that was presumed extinct for more than a decade: Quercus tardifolia (Q. tardifolia). The tree in Big Bend National Park in Texas is in dire condition, facing fungal infection and elevated fire risk due to climate change. Work is underway in collaboration with the National Park Service to reduce immediate threats. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/rare-oak-rediscovered.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/tourism-to-big-bend-national-park-creates-61-million-in-economic-benefits.htm Thu, 30 Jun 2022 11:33:00 EST BIG BEND NATIONAL PARK, TEXAS – A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 581,220 visitors to Big Bend National Park in 2021 spent over $53 million in communities near the park. That spending supported 726 jobs in the area and had a cumulative benefit to the West Texas economy of $61 million. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/tourism-to-big-bend-national-park-creates-61-million-in-economic-benefits.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/verdict-in-child-endangerment-case.htm Mon, 27 Jun 2022 12:56:00 EST Last week a federal jury found Hector Flores Jr. of Fort Stockton, TX guilty of one count of endangerment of a child. This case began in Big Bend National Park in January 2022 when National Park Rangers found an abandoned vehicle and a initiated a search for Flores and a nine-year-old child. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/verdict-in-child-endangerment-case.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/temporary-closures-for-herbicide-application.htm Mon, 23 May 2022 06:00:00 EST From May 29 to June 1, resource staff will be applying herbicide to control non-native giant cane (Arundo donax) in the area around Rio Grande Village. During this time, there will be a temporary closure along the river from Daniels Ranch picnic area to the Rio Grande Village Nature Trail. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/temporary-closures-for-herbicide-application.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/proposed-chisos-lodge-replacement-presentation-recording-available.htm Tue, 26 Apr 2022 05:00:00 EST On April 21, the National Park Service hosted a virtual “first look” presentation on the current status and future of the Chisos Mountains Lodge. A recording of the presentation is now available for online viewing. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/proposed-chisos-lodge-replacement-presentation-recording-available.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/wildfire-on-the-south-rim-contained.htm Fri, 22 Apr 2022 04:00:00 EST A wildfire on the remote South Rim of the Chisos Mountains that started on Wednesday, April 20th was officially declared contained at 30 acres on Thursday afternoon. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/wildfire-on-the-south-rim-contained.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/fire-along-south-rim-trail.htm Thu, 21 Apr 2022 03:00:00 EST A wildfire is currently active in the rugged and remote South Rim area of the Chisos Mountains. The fire is estimated at 1.5 acres in size. Crews will be working to contain the fire today. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/fire-along-south-rim-trail.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/first-look-chisos-mountains-lodge-replacement.htm Mon, 18 Apr 2022 04:00:00 EST To celebrate National Park Week, Big Bend National Park staff invite you to participate in a special virtual presentation on Thursday, April 21 at 6:30 PM Central for a special “first look” on the current status and future of the Chisos Mountains Lodge. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/first-look-chisos-mountains-lodge-replacement.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/boquillas-port-of-entry-begins-summer-schedule-may-1.htm Thu, 14 Apr 2022 06:00:00 EST The Boquillas Port of Entry within Big Bend National Park, providing access to the town of Boquillas, Mexico, will change to the summer schedule beginning Sunday, May 1st. The port will be open Friday through Monday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/boquillas-port-of-entry-begins-summer-schedule-may-1.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/bighorn-sheep-survey-to-begin-april-11.htm Fri, 08 Apr 2022 08:00:00 EST During the week of April 11th, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) will be surveying bighorn sheep and aoudad (Barbary sheep) in Big Bend National Park. TPWD biologists will be using a helicopter in the remote Mesa de Anguila area of the park to search for both species. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/bighorn-sheep-survey-to-begin-april-11.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/closures-for-prescribed-burn.htm Tue, 05 Apr 2022 04:00:00 EST On April 6th and 7th, Big Bend National Park staff plan to initiate a 43-acre prescribed burn along the Rio Grande to control exotic giant cane. During this time, there will be temporary closures in the Daniel’s Ranch area, the Rio Grande Village Nature Trail, and the Rio Grande Village boat launch. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/closures-for-prescribed-burn.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/visitor-fatality-on-hot-springs-canyon-trail.htm Wed, 30 Mar 2022 08:00:00 EST On Monday, March 28 at approximately 4:20 PM, park rangers responded to a 53-year-old female hiker in medical distress. All attempts to revive the victim were unsuccessful. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/visitor-fatality-on-hot-springs-canyon-trail.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/spring-break-2022-in-big-bend.htm Tue, 01 Mar 2022 02:00:00 EST Spring in the Chihuahuan Desert has always lured many visitors to remote West Texas, especially during the months of March and April. Big Bend is already experiencing record visitation (up 25% since 2019), and those who anticipate spending spring break 2022 in the park will need to plan ahead and be prepared. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/spring-break-2022-in-big-bend.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/missing-persons-located.htm Tue, 15 Feb 2022 03:00:00 EST After missing for over two weeks, Hector Flores Jr., and his daughter Luna have been successfully located alive and well in the Mexican state of Coahuila adjacent to Big Bend National Park. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/missing-persons-located.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/search-underway-for-two-missing-persons.htm Mon, 07 Feb 2022 09:00:00 EST The National Park Service and the Federal Bureau of Investigation are seeking information about a missing Fort Stockton man and child who were last seen on January 28, 2022. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/search-underway-for-two-missing-persons.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/road-resurfacing-project.htm Wed, 19 Jan 2022 03:00:00 EST Over the next three months, the park’s 120 miles of paved roads will be cleaned, prepped, and resurfaced. During this time, park visitors may experience up to 15-minute delays, but no road closures are expected. Work is expected to be complete in April 2022. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/road-resurfacing-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-hosts-record-visitation-in-2021.htm Tue, 18 Jan 2022 08:00:00 EST The wide-open spaces of west Texas lured a record 581,000 recreational visits to remote Big Bend in 2021. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-hosts-record-visitation-in-2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/temporary-trail-closures-to-protect-nesting-falcons.htm Fri, 14 Jan 2022 03:00:00 EST Beginning February 1st and continuing through May 31st, the National Park Service (NPS) will temporarily close select areas in the Chisos Mountains to protect nesting falcons. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/temporary-trail-closures-to-protect-nesting-falcons.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/ancient-rock-art-vandalized.htm Tue, 04 Jan 2022 06:00:00 EST On December 26th, a panel of ancient petroglyphs in the Indian Head area of Big Bend National Park was irreparably damaged when vandals chose to boldly scratch their names and the date across the prehistoric art. Anyone with information about the incidents, or the persons involved, should contact the National Park Service. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/ancient-rock-art-vandalized.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/busy-thanksgiving-expected-in-big-bend.htm Mon, 15 Nov 2021 04:00:00 EST Large numbers of visitors historically travel to Big Bend National Park during the last weeks of November. Big Bend is experiencing record visitation, and visitors who plan on a November visit should be prepared for full campgrounds, lodging, and limited parking. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/busy-thanksgiving-expected-in-big-bend.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/boquillas-port-of-entry-to-reopen-november-17.htm Thu, 04 Nov 2021 14:00:00 EST After 20 months of closures, the Boquillas Port of Entry within Big Bend National Park, providing access to the village of Boquillas, Coahuila, Mexico, as well as the Maderas del Carmen and Ocampo protected areas, will re-open beginning Wednesday, November 17th. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/boquillas-port-of-entry-to-reopen-november-17.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/desert-bighorn-sheep-survey-to-begin.htm Fri, 22 Oct 2021 04:00:00 EST During the week of October 24th, a team from Texas Parks and Wildlife will be conducting helicopter surveys of bighorn sheep and aoudads (barbary sheep) in Big Bend National Park. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/desert-bighorn-sheep-survey-to-begin.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/chisos-mountain-trails-to-reopen.htm Fri, 21 May 2021 03:00:00 EST With the 1341-acre South Rim Fire declared out over most of the Chisos Mountains, park visitors will soon be able to again enjoy many popular trails and backpacking campsites. On Monday, May 24th, trails will open for day hiking and exploration. Backpacking campsites to reopen on June 1st. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/chisos-mountain-trails-to-reopen.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/increased-reservations-for-big-bend-campgrounds.htm Fri, 23 Apr 2021 04:18:00 EST With record visitation comes increased demand for campsites. To reduce the frustration of driving all the way to Big Bend, only to find that all campground sites are full, the National Park Service will be increasing the number of Big Bend campsites available for advanced reservations online. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/increased-reservations-for-big-bend-campgrounds.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/chisos-basin-set-to-reopen.htm Tue, 20 Apr 2021 08:00:00 EST With the 1341 acre South Rim Fire at 80% containment and no longer deemed a threat to developed areas, the NPS has scheduled the reopening of the park’s popular Chisos Basin area on Friday, April 23rd at 11:00 AM. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/chisos-basin-set-to-reopen.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/progress-continues-on-south-rim-fire.htm Sun, 18 Apr 2021 03:00:00 EST Hotspots remain in Boot Canyon and Juniper Canyon areas, but the size of the South Rim Fire continues to hold at 1,341 acres with containment at 60%. Hotshot crews will demobilize today, but the Diablos will remain on the scene. Fire personnel will continue to monitor the fire area and aid with rehabilitation of damaged areas. Bucket drops by helicopter will continue as needed. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/progress-continues-on-south-rim-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-fire-suppression-evolves-to-repair.htm Sat, 17 Apr 2021 04:01:00 EST With increased success in fire containment and no growth in fire acreage, firefighters at Big Bend National Park have changed the focus from fire suppression to rehabilitation of damaged areas and repair. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-fire-suppression-evolves-to-repair.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/firefighters-aided-by-weather.htm Fri, 16 Apr 2021 04:00:00 EST An increase in cooler temperatures and higher humidity has significantly paused growth of the South Rim 4 fire over the past 24 hours to 1341 acres and 60% containment. Because there are no control lines in the rocky country, it will take at least several days of monitoring and “cold trailing” to check for hot spots, to increase further containment numbers. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/firefighters-aided-by-weather.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/south-rim-fire-update-4-13.htm Tue, 13 Apr 2021 04:00:00 EST Firefighters working the South Rim Fire will be assisted today with cooler temperatures, higher humidity, and the arrival of additional resources. After burning for six days, the South Rim Fire has grown to 873 acres and extended across the summit plateau of Toll Mountain. Several fingers of active burning continue in lower Boot Canyon, Juniper Canyon, and the high ridges of Toll Mountain. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/south-rim-fire-update-4-13.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/south-rim-fire-reaches-860-acres.htm Mon, 12 Apr 2021 05:00:00 EST After burning for five days, the South Rim Fire has grown to 863 acres and extended through much of the “sky island” of the high Chisos Mountains. Aerial reconnaissance observed that the fire has left a patchy mosaic of scorched, burned, slightly singed, and untouched areas across the South Rim to Emory Peak, and into the lower Boot Canyon drainage. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/south-rim-fire-reaches-860-acres.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/south-rim-fire-nears-the-basin.htm Sun, 11 Apr 2021 04:00:00 EST The South Rim Fire has continued to burn through the woodlands of the Chisos Mountains, creating plumes of smoke visible throughout the park. For visitor safety, the Chisos Mountains area of the park, including the road, campground, lodge, and trails will remain closed until further notice. This includes the popular Window and Lost Mine Trails. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/south-rim-fire-nears-the-basin.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/south-rim-fire-update.htm Sat, 10 Apr 2021 03:00:00 EST Firefighters working the South Rim Fire faced strong westerly winds and red-flag fire conditions throughout the day yesterday. Weather forecasts for today show much promise. The current fire size estimate is 600 acres. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/south-rim-fire-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/wildfire-on-the-south-rim.htm Fri, 09 Apr 2021 04:00:00 EST On Thursday, April 8th, Big Bend National Park received reports of a column of smoke on the southern edge of the South Rim of the Chisos Mountains. The wildfire is currently estimated at 15-20 acres. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/wildfire-on-the-south-rim.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/visitor-fatality-at-upper-burro-mesa-trail.htm Wed, 07 Apr 2021 07:53:00 EST At approximately 2:00 pm on Tuesday, April 6th, Big Bend National Park was notified that an adult female hiker needed assistance along the Upper Burro Mesa Trail. Rangers responded and found CPR already in progress. A team of rangers, volunteers, and other hikers performed CPR for approximately one hour. Unfortunately, all attempts to revive the subject were unsuccessful. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/visitor-fatality-at-upper-burro-mesa-trail.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-2020-visitation.htm Mon, 01 Mar 2021 08:00:00 EST 394,000 people visited Big Bend National Park in 2020. Although this is 15% fewer than 2019, it includes over three months of park shutdown, and six months with record-breaking numbers, reflecting a significant increase in overall visitation to Big Bend. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-2020-visitation.htm https://www.nps.gov/gaar/learn/news/northern-alaska-chief-ranger-pilot-national-aviation-safety-award.htm Wed, 27 Jan 2021 03:00:00 EST Congratulations to Chief Ranger/Pilot Scott Sample, the 2020 recipient of the National Park Service Wright Brothers National Aviation Safety Award. This award "recognizes an individual or organization within the NPS at the park, regional, or national level who proactively promotes an open-minded attitude in the prevention of aviation mishaps and accidents, works diligently to correct and improve aviation safety deficiencies, and effectively communicates the actions and results to others." It is given annually to aviation specialists who exemplify excellence in the field of aviation safety. https://www.nps.gov/gaar/learn/news/northern-alaska-chief-ranger-pilot-national-aviation-safety-award.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/coming-soon-a-new-big-bend-hiking-trail.htm Wed, 20 Jan 2021 08:00:00 EST Future park visitors will have another opportunity to get up, get out and enjoy the wide-open spaces of Big Bend when work is completed on a new hiking trail next year. The 3-mile Lone Mountain Trail will circumnavigate the base of Lone Mountain, an imposing feature just north of park headquarters at Panther Junction. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/coming-soon-a-new-big-bend-hiking-trail.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/peregrine-falcon-closures-to-begin-february-1.htm Thu, 14 Jan 2021 05:00:00 EST To protect nesting peregrine falcons, a portion of the East Rim Trail and associated campsites in the Chisos Mountains will be closed to all entry from February 1st through May 31. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/peregrine-falcon-closures-to-begin-february-1.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/road-repair-project-to-begin-11-20.htm Wed, 18 Nov 2020 05:00:00 EST A major road repair project is set to begin Friday, November 20, 2020. Over the next two months, road crews will be busy making much needed improvements to many park roads. Big Bend National Park visitors and area residents should expect temporary delays of up to 30 minutes and, in some cases, temporary road closures. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/road-repair-project-to-begin-11-20.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/bbnp-closed-2020-07-01.htm Wed, 01 Jul 2020 15:25:00 EST Big Bend National Park and Rio Grande Wild & Scenic River will be closed to all visitors until further notice. The closure is in response to a positive case for COVID-19 in the park residential community. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/bbnp-closed-2020-07-01.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/limited-lodging-and-camping-to-resume.htm Thu, 11 Jun 2020 10:00:00 EST As part of the phased re-opening, Big Bend National Park will resume additional visitor services on June 15th, including opportunities for camping. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/limited-lodging-and-camping-to-resume.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-begins-to-re-open.htm Wed, 27 May 2020 06:00:00 EST Big Bend National Park will resume visitor access for recreational day-use beginning Monday, June 1. Paved roads and select frontcountry hiking trails will be open for desert exploration. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-begins-to-re-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-makes-plans-for-a-phased-reopening.htm Wed, 13 May 2020 08:00:00 EST Big Bend National Park will remain closed through the month of May. Park managers are planning a phased opening to maintain employee, visitor, and local community safety, and to avoid overwhelming limited medical services. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-makes-plans-for-a-phased-reopening.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-closed.htm Fri, 03 Apr 2020 03:00:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) announced today that effective April 3, Big Bend National Park and Rio Grande Wild & Scenic River will be temporarily closed to all visitors until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-closed.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-closes-to-all-overnight-camping-and-lodging.htm Sat, 21 Mar 2020 05:00:00 EST The National Park Service today announced additional modifications to operations at Big Bend National Park in order to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Effective Monday, March 23rd, Big Bend will be closed to all overnight camping and lodging. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-closes-to-all-overnight-camping-and-lodging.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-is-modifying-river-operations-to-implement-latest-health-guidance.htm Fri, 20 Mar 2020 09:30:00 EST Consistent with COVID-19 operation suspensions region-wide, as of March 20, all river operations in Big Bend National Park and Rio Grande Wild & Scenic River are closed until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-is-modifying-river-operations-to-implement-latest-health-guidance.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/changes-in-park-operations-due-to-covid-19.htm Tue, 17 Mar 2020 09:33:00 EST In response to an increase in confirmed COVID-19 cases in Texas, and new guidance from the White House and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the National Park Service (NPS) today announced a number of operational changes at Big Bend National Park. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/changes-in-park-operations-due-to-covid-19.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/busiest-time-of-the-year-at-big-bend.htm Tue, 18 Feb 2020 03:00:00 EST Big Bend National Park is experiencing record visitation. Large numbers of visitors historically travel to Big Bend National Park during the months of February, March, and April. Over the next few months, visitors should expect ALL park campsites to fill every night. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/busiest-time-of-the-year-at-big-bend.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-is-hiring-dispatchers.htm Wed, 05 Feb 2020 12:14:00 EST The National Park Service is seeking applications from candidates interested in working permanently for Big Bend National Park as Public Safety Dispatchers. The deadline to apply is February 18, 2020. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-is-hiring-dispatchers.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/temporary-closures-to-protect-nesting-falcons.htm Thu, 16 Jan 2020 05:27:00 EST Beginning February 1st, the National Park Service (NPS) will temporarily close select areas in the Chisos Mountains to protect nesting falcons. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/temporary-closures-to-protect-nesting-falcons.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nps-releases-chisos-basin-water-study.htm Wed, 15 Jan 2020 05:39:00 EST The National Park Service recently published a report examining the implications of current and projected climate on Oak Spring, an important source of water within Big Bend National Park. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nps-releases-chisos-basin-water-study.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-postage-stamp-dedication-event.htm Fri, 10 Jan 2020 02:30:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) and U.S. Postal Service (USPS) are proud to showcase the release of a new Priority Mail stamp that depicts one of the park’s most iconic locations. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-postage-stamp-dedication-event.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/changes-to-big-bend-camping-fees-and-reservations.htm Wed, 18 Dec 2019 03:00:00 EST Park visitors will soon find changes to camping fees, and increased opportunities to reserve their favorite campsites at Big Bend National Park. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/changes-to-big-bend-camping-fees-and-reservations.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/grand-opening-event-for-magdalena-house-exhibits.htm Mon, 09 Dec 2019 03:30:00 EST On Saturday, December 14th, Big Bend National Park will host a Grand Opening Event for new exhibits and the reopening of the Castolon Historic Area. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/grand-opening-event-for-magdalena-house-exhibits.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/visitor-fatality-on-marufo-vega-trail.htm Mon, 25 Nov 2019 12:00:00 EST On November 23, 2019, William Brunson, age 49, of New Braunfels, Texas, succumbed to an apparent heart attack after hiking with friends in Big Bend National Park. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/visitor-fatality-on-marufo-vega-trail.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/services-return-to-castolon-historic-district.htm Mon, 18 Nov 2019 06:00:00 EST Visitor services will once again re-open at Big Bend National Park’s Castolon Historic District on Monday, November 18th. The area has been closed to entry since two historic structures suffered major damage in a fast-moving wildfire last May. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/services-return-to-castolon-historic-district.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/port-of-entry-hours-to-change.htm Mon, 21 Oct 2019 08:01:00 EST The Boquillas Port of Entry within Big Bend National Park will begin winter hours of operation beginning Saturday, November 2nd, 2019. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/port-of-entry-hours-to-change.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/hiker-fatality-in-big-bend.htm Mon, 07 Oct 2019 04:00:00 EST Park visitors and rangers were unable to revive a collapsed solo hiker in the Chisos Mountains. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/hiker-fatality-in-big-bend.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/successful-partnering-to-protect-bighorn.htm Thu, 22 Aug 2019 04:00:00 EST The National Park Service in coordination with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has concluded aerial surveying for native Bighorn Sheep and removal operations targeting non-native Aoudad (Barbary sheep) in the Dead Horse Mountains and Boquillas Canyon areas of Big Bend National Park. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/successful-partnering-to-protect-bighorn.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/proposed-changes-to-camping-reservations-and-fees.htm Thu, 15 Aug 2019 10:00:00 EST Big Bend National Park proposes to increase fees for some camping opportunities, and to significantly increase reservation opportunities for campgrounds and backcountry campsites. This will make it much easier for park visitors to plan ahead and enjoy this remote park. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/proposed-changes-to-camping-reservations-and-fees.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/closures-to-promote-desert-bighorn.htm Mon, 05 Aug 2019 05:00:00 EST The Deadhorse Mountains and surrounding areas, including the Dagger Flat Road and Old Ore Road, will be closed to the public from August 11 – August 17 while the NPS works with Texas Parks and Wildlife to remove non-native Aoudad (Barbary Sheep). https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/closures-to-promote-desert-bighorn.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/chisos-basin-visitor-center-closes-for-renovations.htm Wed, 19 Jun 2019 07:19:00 EST Beginning Monday, June 24th, the Chisos Basin Visitor Center will be closed for up to 120 days for much-needed renovations. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/chisos-basin-visitor-center-closes-for-renovations.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/castolon-fire-contained.htm Tue, 04 Jun 2019 05:00:00 EST Fire crews have contained the Castolon Fire, which burned along the river in the western part of Big Bend National Park. While there were lost structures, incredible work was done to protect and preserve numerous historic buildings and artifacts. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/castolon-fire-contained.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/fire-crews-save-structures.htm Fri, 24 May 2019 09:00:00 EST Fire crews working on the Castolon Fire in Big Bend National Park worked late into the evening on May 23rd to slow the wildland fire and prevent loss to park infrastructure and historic buildings. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/fire-crews-save-structures.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/wildfire-damages-historic-buildings.htm Thu, 23 May 2019 05:00:00 EST Late Wednesday, May 22nd, a fast moving wildfire crossed the Rio Grande and caused extensive damage in the Castolon Historic Area of Big Bend National Park. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/wildfire-damages-historic-buildings.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/visitor-fatality-in-the-rio-grande.htm Tue, 21 May 2019 04:18:00 EST At approximately 3:30 pm on May 18, 2019, Big Bend National Park was notified that a visitor was missing after falling into the Rio Grande near the Hot Springs. Witnesses searched the spot where he entered the river, but were unable to locate him. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/visitor-fatality-in-the-rio-grande.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/boquillas-port-of-entry-summer-schedule.htm Mon, 22 Apr 2019 07:00:00 EST The Boquillas Port of Entry within Big Bend National Park will start summer hours of operation beginning Friday, May 3rd. Pedestrians will be able to access the port Fridays through Mondays from 9am to 6pm. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/boquillas-port-of-entry-summer-schedule.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/temporary-closure-of-the-hot-springs-historic-area.htm Fri, 29 Mar 2019 06:00:00 EST Big Bend National Park is temporarily closing the Hot Springs Historic Area and part of the Hot Springs Trail on Tuesday, April 2, 2019 for invasive vegetation management. The closure will begin on Tuesday morning and remain in effect for approximately 8 hours until 5:00 PM the same day. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/temporary-closure-of-the-hot-springs-historic-area.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/solicitation-for-new-lodge-contract-cancelled.htm Wed, 06 Mar 2019 03:00:00 EST The NPS has cancelled the solicitation for a new concession contract at Big Bend. This decision was made following the receipt of an engineering report revealing the extent of unstable soils beneath the main lodge building. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/solicitation-for-new-lodge-contract-cancelled.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/spring-break-expected-to-be-busy-at-big-bend-national-park.htm Thu, 28 Feb 2019 03:00:00 EST Large numbers of visitors historically travel to Big Bend National Park during the month of March. This year, the combination of warm weather, abundant wildlflowers, and spring break will result in a very busy time in Big Bend. Potential visitors should be prepared for full campgrounds and lodging. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/spring-break-expected-to-be-busy-at-big-bend-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/temporary-closure-to-protect-peregrine-falcons.htm Wed, 30 Jan 2019 05:00:00 EST Beginning February 1st, the National Park Service will temporarily close select areas in the Chisos Mountains to protect nesting falcons. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/temporary-closure-to-protect-peregrine-falcons.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/exotic-plant-management-plan-finalized.htm Wed, 19 Dec 2018 05:00:00 EST A National Park Service plan has been finalized to protect Big Bend National Park from the harmful effects of non-native plants, such as African buffelgrass, Lehman lovegrass, and tamarisk (saltcedar). https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/exotic-plant-management-plan-finalized.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/fee-free-days-for-2019.htm Tue, 27 Nov 2018 06:00:00 EST Big Bend National Park will waive its entrance fee on five days in 2019. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/fee-free-days-for-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/trespass-livestock-management-plan-finalized.htm Fri, 16 Nov 2018 04:01:00 EST A National Park Service plan to protect Big Bend National Park natural and cultural resources from the harmful effects of trespass livestock, primarily from Mexico, has been finalized. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/trespass-livestock-management-plan-finalized.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/fatality-in-boquillas-canyon.htm Thu, 08 Nov 2018 09:02:00 EST On the morning of November 7, 2018, Big Bend National Park received reports that a visitor had sustained a fatal fall during a float trip in Boquillas Canyon. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/fatality-in-boquillas-canyon.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/port-of-entry-hours-change-to-winter-schedule.htm Wed, 24 Oct 2018 07:06:00 EST The Boquillas Port of Entry within Big Bend National Park, providing access to the town of Boquillas, Coahuila, Mexico will start winter hours of operation beginning Thursday, November 1, 2018. The crossing will be open Wednesday through Sunday, 8am to 5pm. Closed Mondays & Tuesdays. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/port-of-entry-hours-change-to-winter-schedule.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/temporary-closure-of-the-lost-mine-trail.htm Fri, 12 Oct 2018 09:00:00 EST Big Bend National Park is temporarily closing the popular Lost Mine Trail area due to increased bear activity. The closure includes the trail, trailhead, parking area, and north facing slope of Casa Grande Peak. Alternative areas for hiking and camping in the Chisos Mountains and throughout the park remain open to the public for normal use. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/temporary-closure-of-the-lost-mine-trail.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/el-paso-zoo-to-partner-with-big-bend-national-park-on-wildlife-conservation.htm Mon, 08 Oct 2018 04:42:00 EST El Paso Zoo will be piloting a Zoo-Park partnership with Big Bend National Park to coordinate efforts to conserve wildlife. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/el-paso-zoo-to-partner-with-big-bend-national-park-on-wildlife-conservation.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-seeks-expressions-of-interest-in-adaptive-reuse-of-historic-building.htm Wed, 05 Sep 2018 04:00:00 EST The National Park Service issues a Request for Expressions of Interest (RFEI) concerning the adaptive reuse of the historic Barker Lodge located on the Rio Grande River in Big Bend National Park through a lease with the National Park Service. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-seeks-expressions-of-interest-in-adaptive-reuse-of-historic-building.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/missing-hiker-found.htm Tue, 04 Sep 2018 12:58:00 EST A missing hiker was found in good condition following a two-day search in the Chisos Mountains. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/missing-hiker-found.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-seeks-comments-on-exotic-plant-management.htm Tue, 04 Sep 2018 09:27:00 EST The National Park Service requests public comments on a plan to manage exotic, non-native plants in Big Bend National Park. The 30-day review and comment period begins September 7, and continues through October 6, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-seeks-comments-on-exotic-plant-management.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/krumenaker-named-superintendent-of-big-bend-national-park.htm Wed, 15 Aug 2018 13:00:00 EST Robert “Bob” Krumenaker, a veteran National Park Service (NPS) superintendent experienced in natural resource management, has been named superintendent of Big Bend National Park. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/krumenaker-named-superintendent-of-big-bend-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/exotic-animal-management-plan-finalized.htm Mon, 25 Jun 2018 04:52:00 EST A plan to protect Big Bend National Park’s natural and cultural resources from the harmful effects of non-native, exotic feral hogs and aoudad (Barbary sheep) has been finalized. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/exotic-animal-management-plan-finalized.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/closures-due-to-fire-danger-lifted.htm Mon, 18 Jun 2018 13:22:00 EST Following rains this past week, Big Bend National Park’s fire danger has been reduced to Moderate, prompting park managers to remove restrictions that had been in place to protect park visitors and park resources during the past months of extreme fire danger. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/closures-due-to-fire-danger-lifted.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-to-receive-comments-on-trespass-livestock-management.htm Fri, 01 Jun 2018 05:47:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) requests public comments on a plan to manage trespass livestock in Big Bend National Park. The 30-day review and comment period for the park’s Trespass Livestock Management Plan and Environmental Assessment begins June 4, and continues through July 3. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-to-receive-comments-on-trespass-livestock-management.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/closures-due-to-fire-danger-in-big-bend-national-park.htm Tue, 01 May 2018 09:41:00 EST Due to extreme fire danger, Big Bend National Park has closed 11 backpacking sites in the Chisos Mountains. Starting on May 1, the Juniper Flats, Boulder Meadows, and Pinnacles campsites will be closed until further notice. The trail remains open to hiking. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/closures-due-to-fire-danger-in-big-bend-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-invites-comments-on-wilderness-and-backcountry-management.htm Tue, 01 May 2018 09:09:00 EST Big Bend National Park is seeking input to update the 1995 Backcountry Management Plan. This document directs park management on wilderness and backcountry use topics, including backpacking, primitive car camping, backcountry use limits, and other considerations. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-invites-comments-on-wilderness-and-backcountry-management.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/port-of-entry-hours-change-in-big-bend-national-park.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2018 04:46:00 EST The Boquillas Port of Entry within Big Bend National Park, providing access to the town of Boquillas, Coahuila, Mexico, as well as the protected areas of Maderas del Carmen, Ocampo, and Cañon de Santa Elena, will change hours of operation beginning May 13, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/port-of-entry-hours-change-in-big-bend-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-implements-fire-prevention-measures.htm Sun, 15 Apr 2018 06:36:00 EST Big Bend National Park Implements Fire Prevention Measures https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-implements-fire-prevention-measures.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-changes-entrance-fee-to-address-infrastructure-needs-improve-visitor-experience.htm Sun, 15 Apr 2018 05:44:00 EST The National Park Service announced that Big Bend National Park will modify its entrance fees to provide additional funding for infrastructure and maintenance needs to enhance the visitor experience. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-changes-entrance-fee-to-address-infrastructure-needs-improve-visitor-experience.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/wildland-fire-at-big-bend-national-park.htm Tue, 06 Mar 2018 05:58:00 EST On Saturday, March 3, 2018, a wildland fire was spotted in the Johnson’s Ranch area of Big Bend National Park. The fire is currently estimated to have burned 1,000 acres between Loop Camp and Gauging Station, primarily in mesquite and river cane vegetation along the river corridor. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/wildland-fire-at-big-bend-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/boquillas-port-of-entry-hours-change.htm Tue, 06 Mar 2018 04:57:00 EST The Boquillas Port of Entry within Big Bend National Park, providing access to the town of Boquillas, Coahuila, Mexico, as well as the protected areas of Maderas del Carmen, Ocampo, and Cañon de Santa Elena, will start summer hours of operation beginning March 11, 2018. The change in hours is to align with daylight hours. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/boquillas-port-of-entry-hours-change.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-to-receive-comments-on-exotic-animal-management.htm Fri, 26 Jan 2018 03:45:00 EST The National Park Service invites public comments on a plan to manage non-native, exotic animals in Big Bend National Park. The 30-day review and comment period for the park’s Exotic Animal Management Plan and Environmental Assessment begins January 29 and will remain open for 30 days. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-to-receive-comments-on-exotic-animal-management.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-has-record-visitation.htm Tue, 16 Jan 2018 12:15:00 EST In 2017, Big Bend National Park had its busiest year on record. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-has-record-visitation.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-reinstating-temporary-closures-for-peregrine-falcons.htm Tue, 16 Jan 2018 09:46:00 EST National Park Service policies require the protection and preservation of all state-listed species and all species of concern, regardless of federal or state classification. In keeping with this mandate, and to provide the nesting falcons with areas free of human disturbance, Big Bend National Park will again temporarily close or place restrictions on the use of certain park lands. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-reinstating-temporary-closures-for-peregrine-falcons.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/cottonwood-campground-closure-at-big-bend-national-park.htm Fri, 05 Jan 2018 06:51:00 EST Big Bend National Park will be working on deferred maintenance projects in the Cottonwood campground this winter. The park will replace an out of date irrigation system with a modern system and restore the landscape to facilitate proper irrigation of the low lying areas. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/cottonwood-campground-closure-at-big-bend-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/colonel-robert-sholly-selected-as-artist-in-residence-at-big-bend-national-park.htm Mon, 30 Oct 2017 06:39:00 EST Colonel Robert Sholly has been selected as an Artist-in-Residence at Big Bend National Park https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/colonel-robert-sholly-selected-as-artist-in-residence-at-big-bend-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/fatality-at-big-bend-national-park.htm Fri, 13 Oct 2017 06:57:00 EST On Wednesday, October 11, Kent Green, 64, of Orlando, FL passed away while hiking on the Lost Mine Trail in Big Bend National Park. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/fatality-at-big-bend-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-hosts-national-public-lands-day-event.htm Fri, 15 Sep 2017 06:22:00 EST On Saturday, September 30, Big Bend National Park will host a volunteer project in celebration of National Public Lands Day. The National Park Service has also designated the day as a fee-free day, allowing all visitors to Big Bend National Park, or any national park, to enter for free. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-hosts-national-public-lands-day-event.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/missing-person-at-big-bend-national-park.htm Tue, 15 Aug 2017 05:02:00 EST An ongoing search is underway for a visitor at Big Bend National Park. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/missing-person-at-big-bend-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/campground-closures-extended-at-big-bend-national-park.htm Wed, 09 Aug 2017 10:43:00 EST Due to delays, the Rio Grande Village campground, RV full-hook up sites, as well as showers and laundry facilities at the Rio Grande Village Camp Store may have partial or temporary closures through October 31st. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/campground-closures-extended-at-big-bend-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/second-update-on-fatality-at-big-bend-national-park.htm Mon, 07 Aug 2017 10:40:00 EST On Sunday, June 18th, Cathlyn Weir of Cedar Hill, TX, died while hiking in Big Bend National Park. South Plains Forensic Pathology of Lubbock, TX, determined the cause of death to be environmental hyperthermia. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/second-update-on-fatality-at-big-bend-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/update-on-6-18-2017-fatality-in-big-bend-national-park.htm Wed, 21 Jun 2017 08:15:00 EST The woman who died in Big Bend National Park on Sunday, June 18th, has been identified as Cathlyn Weir of Cedar Hill, Texas. A cause of death is yet to be determined. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/update-on-6-18-2017-fatality-in-big-bend-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/june-18-fatality-at-big-bend-national-park.htm Mon, 19 Jun 2017 13:21:00 EST On the afternoon of June 18th, a 46-year-old woman was found deceased within Big Bend National Park. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/june-18-fatality-at-big-bend-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/crown-mountain-fire-at-big-bend-national-park.htm Fri, 19 May 2017 12:30:00 EST On the morning of May 14th, a wildland fire was spotted in the Juniper Canyon area of Big Bend National Park. Lightning from the previous evening is the presumed cause of ignition. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/crown-mountain-fire-at-big-bend-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/rio-grande-village-campground-closure-delayed-at-big-bend-national-park.htm Fri, 19 May 2017 10:42:00 EST The Rio Grande Village campground closure will be delayed to May 30. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/rio-grande-village-campground-closure-delayed-at-big-bend-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/wildfire-at-big-bend-national-park.htm Mon, 15 May 2017 07:33:00 EST On the morning of May 14th, a wildland fire was spotted in the Juniper Canyon area of Big Bend National Park. Lightning from the previous evening is the presumed cause of ignition. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/wildfire-at-big-bend-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/campground-closure-at-big-bend-national-park.htm Thu, 04 May 2017 13:29:00 EST The Rio Grande Village campground will be closed from 5/22/17 to 9/1/17. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/campground-closure-at-big-bend-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/tourism-to-big-bend-national-park-creates-approximately-40-million-dollars-in-economic-benefits.htm Thu, 20 Apr 2017 12:30:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 388,290 visitors to Big Bend National Park in 2016 spent $34.2 million in communities near the park. That spending supported 510 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $37.9 million. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/tourism-to-big-bend-national-park-creates-approximately-40-million-dollars-in-economic-benefits.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/work-scheduled-for-old-maverick-road-in-big-bend-national-park.htm Mon, 03 Apr 2017 11:20:00 EST Big Bend National Park is working on Old Maverick Road for much needed improvements beginning April 3 and continuing through the summer months. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/work-scheduled-for-old-maverick-road-in-big-bend-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/centennial-year-brings-record-numbers-to-parks.htm Tue, 21 Mar 2017 07:14:00 EST During the National Park Service’s centennial year in 2016, visitors logged a record-breaking 331 million visits and spent more than 1.4 billion hours enjoying NPS sites nationwide, according to official numbers announced by the National Park Service last week. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/centennial-year-brings-record-numbers-to-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/prescribed-burn-at-big-bend-national-park.htm Tue, 21 Mar 2017 05:35:00 EST There will be a prescribed burn at Big Bend National Park from April 4th to 8th, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/prescribed-burn-at-big-bend-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/archaeology-smugglers-caught-at-big-bend-national-park.htm Wed, 01 Mar 2017 05:01:00 EST On April 16 the NPS apprehended archaeology smugglers in Big Bend National Park. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/archaeology-smugglers-caught-at-big-bend-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-reinstates-temporary-closures-for-peregrine-falcons.htm Thu, 26 Jan 2017 11:13:00 EST Big Bend National Park has reinstated closures for peregrine falcons from February 1 to May 31. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-reinstates-temporary-closures-for-peregrine-falcons.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/superintendent-cindy-ott-jones-retires.htm Thu, 26 Jan 2017 10:18:00 EST Cindy Ott-Jones, superintendent of Big Bend National Park and the Rio Grande Wild and Scenic River since 2012, retired on January 2, 2017 after 37 years of service with the National Park Service. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/superintendent-cindy-ott-jones-retires.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/wildfire-in-big-bend-national-park.htm Thu, 26 Jan 2017 10:09:00 EST On Saturday, January 21st a 3.4 acre fire occurred in the Chisos Moutains in Big Bend National Park. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/wildfire-in-big-bend-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/grand-opening-of-fossil-bone-exhibit.htm Thu, 22 Dec 2016 09:48:00 EST The Grand Opening of the new Fossil Discovery Exhibit will be January 14 at 10:00am. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/grand-opening-of-fossil-bone-exhibit.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/new-grants-for-work-in-big-bend-national-park.htm Thu, 22 Dec 2016 09:12:00 EST The Texas Conservation Corps will receive funds to work within Big Bend National Park. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/new-grants-for-work-in-big-bend-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/fatalities-at-big-bend-national-park.htm Thu, 03 Nov 2016 11:17:00 EST Recent fatalities in Big Bend National Park. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/fatalities-at-big-bend-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/artists-in-residence-at-big-bend.htm Thu, 03 Nov 2016 11:03:00 EST Big Bend National Park welcomes two artists in residence to the park this November. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/artists-in-residence-at-big-bend.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-extends-temporary-closure-to-chisos-backcountry-campsites.htm Tue, 18 Oct 2016 10:46:00 EST Big Bend National Park is closing additional backcountry campsites across the park's High Chisos trail network. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-extends-temporary-closure-to-chisos-backcountry-campsites.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/national-public-lands-day-2016.htm Mon, 19 Sep 2016 05:10:00 EST National Public Lands Day 2016 events. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/national-public-lands-day-2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/founders-day-august-2016.htm Mon, 22 Aug 2016 05:52:00 EST Big Bend National Park Founders' Day August 2016 Events https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/founders-day-august-2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-temporarily-closes-lost-mine-trail.htm Wed, 14 Oct 2015 07:01:00 EST Temporary closure of the Lost Mine Trail https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/big-bend-national-park-temporarily-closes-lost-mine-trail.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/fossildiscoveryexhibit.htm Thu, 03 Sep 2015 06:37:00 EST Groundbreaking for Fossil Discovery Exhibit at Big Bend National Park https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/fossildiscoveryexhibit.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/everykid.htm Thu, 03 Sep 2015 06:23:00 EST Big Bend National Park Welcomes 4th Grade Students Through “Every Kid In a Park” Initiative https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/everykid.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2015foundersday.htm Thu, 20 Aug 2015 05:11:00 EST National Park Service Celebrates 99th Birthday! Big Bend National Park will offer free admission on August 25th. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2015foundersday.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/comments_exoticspecies.htm Mon, 22 Jun 2015 05:52:00 EST Big Bend National Park to Receive Comments on Exotic Species Management https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/comments_exoticspecies.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2015bcuselimits.htm Mon, 15 Jun 2015 06:32:00 EST Big Bend National Park managers are reaching out to visitors who backpack overnight into the park's vast undeveloped back country in order to clarify applicable use limits. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2015bcuselimits.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/temporary-closures.htm Tue, 26 May 2015 07:07:00 EST The management of Big Bend National Park is initiating temporary closures of the following park areas: Cottonwood Campground car and group campsites; all but the first loop of the Rio Grande Village Campground; all Rio Grande Village group campsites; and the Old Maverick Road backcountry car camping sites. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/temporary-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/feeincrease.htm Wed, 20 May 2015 06:16:00 EST Big Bend National Park to Increase Entrance and Backcountry Camping Fees Beginning June 1st https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/feeincrease.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2015poesummerhours.htm Mon, 23 Feb 2015 10:18:00 EST Boquillas Port of Entry Begins Summer Hours of Operation https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2015poesummerhours.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2015bugetincrease.htm Tue, 03 Feb 2015 04:36:00 EST Budget Increase Proposed for National Park Service Centennial Year https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2015bugetincrease.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2015peregrineclosures.htm Tue, 20 Jan 2015 09:29:00 EST Big Bend National Park will temporarily close or place restrictions on the use of certain park lands to provide the nesting peregrine falcons with areas free of human disturbance. Closures will be in place from February 1 through May 31, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2015peregrineclosures.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/proposedfeeincrease.htm Wed, 03 Dec 2014 11:57:00 EST Stakeholder Outreach Planned for Big Bend National Park’s Proposed Entrance and Backcountry Fee Increases https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/proposedfeeincrease.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nov2014fatality.htm Mon, 01 Dec 2014 11:33:00 EST Fatality in Big Bend National Park https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nov2014fatality.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/50thwildernesscelebration.htm Mon, 10 Nov 2014 05:20:00 EST To culminate a year of activities commemorating the 50th anniversary of The Wilderness Act, Big Bend National Park will hold a Wilderness Celebration on November 25th. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/50thwildernesscelebration.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2014veteransday.htm Wed, 05 Nov 2014 08:45:00 EST Fee Free Day at Big Bend National Park and Fort Davis National Historic Site for Veteran's Day November 11th https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2014veteransday.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/poewinterhours_2014.htm Mon, 03 Nov 2014 05:21:00 EST Boquillas Port of Entry Begins Winter Hours of Operation https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/poewinterhours_2014.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2014fallrivercleanup.htm Mon, 20 Oct 2014 05:58:00 EST Waterway Cleanup Offers Chance to Enjoy and Improve Local Environment https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2014fallrivercleanup.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2014artistatsulross.htm Mon, 22 Sep 2014 06:10:00 EST Big Bend Artist in Residence to Offer Unique Insight into Script Writing https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2014artistatsulross.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2014goodneighborday.htm Tue, 16 Sep 2014 05:38:00 EST Big Bend National Park Celebrates Good Neighbor Day October 18, 2014 https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2014goodneighborday.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2014wildernessactanniversary.htm Tue, 02 Sep 2014 11:37:00 EST Big Bend National Park Celebrates 50th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2014wildernessactanniversary.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2014_regunmannedaircraft.htm Thu, 21 Aug 2014 07:37:00 EST Big Bend National Park Releases Unmanned Aircraft Regulation https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2014_regunmannedaircraft.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/aug2014revisedeamutiusetrail.htm Thu, 21 Aug 2014 07:21:00 EST Revised Environmental Assessment on Multi-Use Trail in Big Bend National Park https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/aug2014revisedeamutiusetrail.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2013tourismreport.htm Mon, 21 Jul 2014 06:06:00 EST Tourism to Big Bend National Park and Fort Davis National Historic Site creates $29,186,000 in Economic Benefit. Report shows visitor spending supports 384 jobs in local economy from the two national parks. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2013tourismreport.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/readers-choice-award.htm Mon, 21 Jul 2014 05:57:00 EST Big Bend National Park Chosen in a USA Today 10 Best Readers' Choice Award Contest https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/readers-choice-award.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2014lostminefire.htm Mon, 23 Jun 2014 05:52:00 EST A small wildfire that burned several acres in the Chisos Mountains has been contained. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2014lostminefire.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2014npsparkweek.htm Mon, 07 Apr 2014 07:33:00 EST Go Wild for Big Bend National Park! Celebrate National Park Week with Free Admission and Special Events https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2014npsparkweek.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2015nationalparkweek.htm Mon, 31 Mar 2014 07:56:00 EST National Park Week 2015 Encourages Everyone To Find Your park https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2015nationalparkweek.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/boquillascelebration.htm Mon, 31 Mar 2014 06:21:00 EST The Boquillas Port of Entry will celebrate its first year of operations April 19th at 11:00 AM. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/boquillascelebration.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/feb2014poehrschange.htm Tue, 18 Feb 2014 11:53:00 EST Boquillas Port of Entry Begin Summer Hours of Operation https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/feb2014poehrschange.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/feb2014eabccabin.htm Tue, 18 Feb 2014 11:26:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is considering its options for managing the highly visited Chisos Mountains backcountry. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/feb2014eabccabin.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2014pioneerreunion.htm Thu, 23 Jan 2014 11:23:00 EST Big Bend Natural History Association will hold the 26th Annual Pioneer Reunion in the Panther Junction Visitor Center Community Room at Big Bend National Park on Saturday, February 1, from1-5 PM. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2014pioneerreunion.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2014peregrineclosure.htm Mon, 13 Jan 2014 04:07:00 EST Park Reinstates Temporary Closures for Peregrine Falcon Nesting https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2014peregrineclosure.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/boquillashrsdec2013.htm Mon, 02 Dec 2013 04:30:00 EST Winter hours for the Boquillas Port of Entry will go into effect on December 4, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/boquillashrsdec2013.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nov2013veteransfeefreeweekend.htm Mon, 04 Nov 2013 05:04:00 EST Fee Free Weekend (November 9-11) at Big Bend National Park and Fort Davis National Historic Site in celebration of Veterans Day. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nov2013veteransfeefreeweekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2014rivercleanup.htm Mon, 28 Oct 2013 05:20:00 EST Waterway Cleanup Offers Chance to Enjoy and Improve Local Environment https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2014rivercleanup.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/eafossiltrail.htm Mon, 21 Oct 2013 06:17:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) proposes to construct a new fossil discovery trail exhibit near the current fossil bone exhibit. The public, organizations, and other agencies are invited to review and comment upon an Environmental Assessment (EA) describing and analyzing the proposal. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/eafossiltrail.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/parkreopens.htm Fri, 18 Oct 2013 05:49:00 EST Big Bend National Park and the Rio Grande Wild and Scenic River have re-opened to visitors following a closure since October 1 due to the lapse in Congressional appropriations. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/parkreopens.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/sept2013fatality.htm Thu, 26 Sep 2013 04:47:00 EST Resuscitation efforts unsuccessful for a park visitor who collapsed while hiking the Oak Springs Trail. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/sept2013fatality.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/backtoschool.htm Fri, 13 Sep 2013 06:47:00 EST National Park Service Helps Teachers Make Learning Fun & Relevant https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/backtoschool.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nationalpubliclandsday2013.htm Fri, 13 Sep 2013 06:28:00 EST Mark your calendars! Saturday, September 28, 2013, is National Public Lands Day! https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nationalpubliclandsday2013.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/aug2013fatality.htm Mon, 05 Aug 2013 11:25:00 EST Hiker found dead along the Marufo Vega Trail. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/aug2013fatality.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/bibefatality062013.htm Tue, 11 Jun 2013 11:19:00 EST On June 7, 2013, Michael O’Brien, age 25, of New Orleans, Louisiana, was found deceased near the Homer Wilson Ranch in Big Bend National Park. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/bibefatality062013.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/horneddinosaur.htm Mon, 10 Jun 2013 11:19:00 EST New horned dinosaur, bravoceratops, discovered in Big Bend National Park, Texas https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/horneddinosaur.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2013parkfilm.htm Mon, 13 May 2013 11:03:00 EST Big Bend National Park, along with the Friends of Big Bend National Park, announces the debut of the park’s first orientation film, Big Bend: "Life on the Edge". https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2013parkfilm.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/fossilexibitplanning.htm Fri, 19 Apr 2013 10:48:00 EST Big Bend National Park proposes to construct a new paleontological and geological exhibit near the current fossil bone exhibit site along Highway 385 (Park Route 11), eight miles north of the Panther Junction Visitor Center. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/fossilexibitplanning.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/economicbenefit.htm Tue, 26 Feb 2013 05:58:00 EST Big Bend National Park Tourism Creates $16,703,000 in Local Economic Benefit, Part of $30 billion impact that supports 252,000 jobs nationwide https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/economicbenefit.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nov-2012-lion-attack.htm Sat, 24 Nov 2012 09:21:00 EST Female hiker injured by a mountain lion while hiking in a remote area of Big Bend National Park https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nov-2012-lion-attack.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/bibe-conservation-cooperative.htm Mon, 01 Oct 2012 11:02:00 EST Big Bend Conservation Cooperative Works With Partners To Enhance The Rio Grande And Local Grasslands https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/bibe-conservation-cooperative.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/npld2012.htm Fri, 21 Sep 2012 11:20:00 EST Mark your calendars! Saturday, September 29, 2012, is National Public Lands Day! https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/npld2012.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/military-pass.htm Fri, 18 May 2012 11:03:00 EST Department of the Interior-led Effort Will Provide a Military Pass for Free Access to National Parks and Other Public Lands https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/military-pass.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/mountain-lion-attack.htm Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:56:00 EST Mountain Lion Attack In Big Bend National Park https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/mountain-lion-attack.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/ida.htm Mon, 06 Feb 2012 09:18:00 EST Big Bend National Park Earns International Dark Sky Association Gold Tier Designation https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/ida.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/pioneer-reunion.htm Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:07:00 EST 23rd Annual Pioneer Reunion, Saturday, February 4, 2012 https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/pioneer-reunion.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/peregrine-nesting-2012.htm Sat, 28 Jan 2012 04:26:00 EST Big Bend National Park Reinstates Temporary Closures For Peregrine Falcons https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/peregrine-nesting-2012.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/rivercleanup.htm Sun, 06 Nov 2011 09:19:00 EST Waterway Cleanup Offers a Chance to Enjoy and Improve Local Environment https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/rivercleanup.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/publiclandsday.htm Mon, 22 Aug 2011 11:13:00 EST National Public Lands Day in Big Bend National Park https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/publiclandsday.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/chisosbcwindowopen.htm Tue, 16 Aug 2011 11:07:00 EST Big Bend National Park Re-Opens High Chisos Backpacking Campsites and Window Trail Access https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/chisosbcwindowopen.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/burromesafure.htm Mon, 15 Aug 2011 10:59:00 EST Burro Mesa Fire Contained https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/burromesafure.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/roadsitesreopen.htm Fri, 12 Aug 2011 10:55:00 EST Backcountry Roads and Campsites Re-Opened https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/roadsitesreopen.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/june2011fatality.htm Tue, 21 Jun 2011 05:35:00 EST Wednesday morning, June 15, 2011, a Big Bend National Park employee was flagged down by three illegal immigrants asking for help at the Tornillo Creek bridge near Rio Grande Village. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/june2011fatality.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/juneclosures.htm Tue, 07 Jun 2011 20:00:00 EST As part of an upcoming rock crushing and surfacing project in Big Bend National Park, a few backcountry roads will be closed in the near future. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/juneclosures.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/mountainbiketrail.htm Sun, 27 Feb 2011 19:00:00 EST Big Bend National Park seeks public comment on proposal to develop muti-use mountain biking trail https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/mountainbiketrail.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/bootcabinfeb2011.htm Thu, 17 Feb 2011 19:00:00 EST Big Bend National Park seeks comment on proposal to replace boot cabin https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/bootcabinfeb2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/boquillasxingfeb2011.htm Thu, 17 Feb 2011 19:00:00 EST Big Bend National Park seeks comment on proposal to open Boquillas Crossing, establish port of entry https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/boquillasxingfeb2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/managed-fire-at-sublett-farm.htm Thu, 27 May 2010 20:00:00 EST rming District to be managed for the benefit of the resources in the park. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/managed-fire-at-sublett-farm.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/border-patrol-housing.htm Sun, 09 May 2010 20:00:00 EST Ground has been broken for new Border Patrol housing in the park. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/border-patrol-housing.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/chisos-basin-led-lighting.htm Mon, 15 Mar 2010 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Wellman introduces the new LED lighting system in the Chisos Basin in this short video. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/chisos-basin-led-lighting.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/rio-grande-village-nature-trail-reopens.htm Thu, 17 Dec 2009 19:00:00 EST A final segment of the Rio Grande Village nature trail is still being repaired but the birding platform in the wetland is open. The rest of the trail can be accessed by a detour. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/rio-grande-village-nature-trail-reopens.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/partners-combine-efforts-for-night-sky-project.htm Sun, 15 Nov 2009 19:00:00 EST Big Bend partners support of the night sky initiative. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/partners-combine-efforts-for-night-sky-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/phase-ii-of-the-night-sky-friendly-lighting-project.htm Sun, 23 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST Phase II of the project will be the Chisos Basin developed area, interior lighting improvements to the Panther Junction visitor center exhibits, and the Persimmon Gap Visitor Center exhibits. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/phase-ii-of-the-night-sky-friendly-lighting-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/ecosystem-protection-on-both-sides-of-the-us-mexico-border.htm Thu, 13 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST U.S. Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar and Mexican Minister of Environment and Natural Resources Juan Elvira to Strengthen Conservation Cooperation in Big Bend Area of the U.S. - Mexico Border https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/ecosystem-protection-on-both-sides-of-the-us-mexico-border.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/miningteacherworkshop.htm Sat, 08 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST Teachers workshop held October 7-9, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/miningteacherworkshop.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/the-national-parks.htm Fri, 07 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST America's Best Idea, the PBS series from Ken Burns premieres September 27th on PBS. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/the-national-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/western-hemisphere-travel-initiative.htm Mon, 27 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST New Department of Homeland Security identification requirements for border crossings including float trips on the Rio Grande. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/western-hemisphere-travel-initiative.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/night-sky-lighting-partnershipx.htm Sun, 12 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST New, more efficient lighting installed at various locations in the park thanks to donations from park partners. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/night-sky-lighting-partnershipx.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/charcoal-ban-for-chisos-basin-campgroundxyz.htm Sun, 21 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST The spring charcoal ban in the Chisos Basin Campground has ended. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/charcoal-ban-for-chisos-basin-campgroundxyz.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/monsoon-rainstorms-and-road-conditions.htm Sun, 21 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST Expect changing road conditions during the monsoon season due to occassional washouts. Please check the Daily Report for updated road closures and special vehicle requirements. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/monsoon-rainstorms-and-road-conditions.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/fatality-in-the-park.htm Sun, 14 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST Illegal immigrant succumbs to severe desert heat. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/fatality-in-the-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/rio-grande-level-higher-than-normal-into-early-june.htm Sat, 23 May 2009 20:00:00 EST A short term increase in river flow from the Luis Leon reservoir will effect the depth of the Rio Grande in the park. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/rio-grande-level-higher-than-normal-into-early-june.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/comments-requested-for-replacement-of-chisos-basin-wastewater-plant.htm Sat, 16 May 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/comments-requested-for-replacement-of-chisos-basin-wastewater-plant.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/bear-activity-in-the-chisos.htm Wed, 15 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST Bear activity in the high Chisos Mountains https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/bear-activity-in-the-chisos.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/trail-closure-peregrine-falcons-are-nesting.htm Wed, 04 Mar 2009 19:00:00 EST Information about trail and campsite closures in the High Chisos for the nesting Peregrine falcons. Southeast rim trail and campsites will reopen June 1st. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/trail-closure-peregrine-falcons-are-nesting.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2008-rio-grande-river-flood.htm Fri, 30 Jan 2009 19:00:00 EST Information about the September flooding along the Rio Grande from Tropical Storm Lowell. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/2008-rio-grande-river-flood.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/final-bird-count-of-2008-dec-28-29.htm Tue, 09 Dec 2008 19:00:00 EST Join other birders for this two day event at Big Bend. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/final-bird-count-of-2008-dec-28-29.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/rio-grande-silvery-minnow-release.htm Sat, 06 Dec 2008 19:00:00 EST Silvery minnows have been released into the Rio Grande to reintroduce them to their native habitat. It has been 50 years since silvery minnows inhabited this portion of the Rio Grande. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/rio-grande-silvery-minnow-release.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/life-lost-at-big-bend-national-park.htm Sun, 23 Nov 2008 19:00:00 EST Fatality at Rio Grande Village. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/life-lost-at-big-bend-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/national-public-lands-day.htm Fri, 26 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST Each year the park celebrates National Publics Lands Day. Read the press release for our events in 2008 and join us here in 2009. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/national-public-lands-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/seeking-public-comment-on-new-waste-treatment-station.htm Tue, 19 Aug 2008 20:00:00 EST The comment period has now closed. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/seeking-public-comment-on-new-waste-treatment-station.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/environmental-assessment-for-bikes.htm Mon, 18 Aug 2008 20:00:00 EST The comment period has now closed. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/environmental-assessment-for-bikes.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/new-contruction-ea-2008.htm Thu, 07 Aug 2008 20:00:00 EST The comment period has now closed https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/new-contruction-ea-2008.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nr2008june1.htm Tue, 10 Jun 2008 20:00:00 EST Big Bend National Park plans to start prescribed fire operations the week of June 9, 2008, if environmental factors such as wind, temperature, relative humidity, and fuel moisture levels are favorable. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nr2008june1.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/unidentified-body-found.htm Tue, 10 Jun 2008 20:00:00 EST On Thursday, June 5, 2008, Big Bend National Park authorities received a visitor report of a body off the side of the Old Ore Road. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/unidentified-body-found.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nr2008-11.htm Tue, 06 May 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nr2008-11.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nr2008-10.htm Sun, 20 Apr 2008 20:00:00 EST Forty-eight park volunteers were awarded the nationally recognized Presidential Service Awards at Big Bend National Park’s Volunteer Award Dinner on March 31, 2008. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nr2008-10.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nr2008-09.htm Sun, 06 Apr 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nr2008-09.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nr2008-07.htm Sun, 24 Feb 2008 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nr2008-07.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nr2008-08.htm Sun, 24 Feb 2008 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nr2008-08.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nr2008-06.htm Thu, 14 Feb 2008 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nr2008-06.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nr2008-05.htm Sat, 02 Feb 2008 19:00:00 EST Dedication of a life-sized, bronze peregrine falcon sculpture will be held February 15 starting at 5:00 PM at the Basin Visitor Center in Big Bend National Park. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nr2008-05.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nr2008-04.htm Tue, 22 Jan 2008 19:00:00 EST The annual review and comment period for the Superintendent’s compendium is now underway, with comments required to be received by February 19, 2008. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nr2008-04.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nr2008-02.htm Thu, 10 Jan 2008 19:00:00 EST Thirty-eight park volunteers were awarded the nationally recognized Presidential Service Awards at Big Bend National Park’s Volunteer Awards Dinner on January 8, 2008. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nr2008-02.htm https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nr2008-01.htm Sun, 06 Jan 2008 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/nr2008-01.htm