Big Bend [1] offers over 200 miles of hiking trails ranging from short, easy nature walks to primitive mountain trails for experienced hikers. There’s truly something for everyone here—families can take their time on moderate trails with printed interpretive brochures as a guide, while hard-core backpackers have the option of taking backcountry trails into the desolate wilderness for challenging treks at their own pace.
Of the several day hikes available at Big Bend, among the best are:
If you really want to get away from it all, Big Bend’s backcountry trails [5] are the perfect answer. Be sure to obtain a backcountry permit and check current conditions at one of the vistors centers [6].
Links:
[1] http://www.moon.com/destinations/texas/big-bend-region/big-bend-national-park
[2] http://www.moon.com/destinations/texas/big-bend-region/big-bend-national-park/recreation/hiking/santa-elena-canyon
[3] http://www.moon.com/destinations/texas/big-bend-region/big-bend-national-park/recreation/hiking/lost-mine-trail
[4] http://www.moon.com/destinations/texas/big-bend-region/big-bend-national-park/recreation/hiking/rio-grande-village-nature-trail
[5] http://www.moon.com/destinations/texas/big-bend-region/big-bend-national-park/recreation/hiking/backpacking-trails
[6] http://www.moon.com/destinations/texas/big-bend-region/big-bend-national-park/exploring-the-park/visitors-center