Plan Your Visit

 

Once a remote and seemingly inhospitable area reached only by miles of dirt roads, Big Bend has become one of the most popular vacation destinations in the state of Texas, visited by over 500,000 visitors each year. Scenic vistas, diverse wildlife, outdoor adventure, historic sites, dark skies, and border culture rank among the features visitors enjoy in Big Bend. We look forward to sharing this special place with you.

 

Join A Park Ranger: Guided Programs

Fun, Informative, and FREE. Discover the fascinating nature, science, history, and culture of Big Bend National Park with a ranger as your guide. Check the weekly schedules of Ranger-led programs posted throughout the park.

 

Camping and Lodging

Have a Plan!

Advice for Busy Times.

Planning on visiting Big Bend November through April? You're not alone! What you should know about visiting during the park's busiest time.

A Night Under the Stars

Big Bend Camping

There are four developed campgrounds in Big Bend National Park, and primitive backcountry camping too.

Stay in the Basin

Chisos Mountains Lodge

The full-service Chisos Mountains Lodge is the only lodging within Big Bend National Park.

Camp stores, gas stations, and more.

Goods and Services

Commercial services in Big Bend National Park are operated by Forever Resorts, Inc.,

Into the Wild

Exploring the Backcountry

Big Bend's vast areas provide excellent opportunities for solitude, wilderness, and adventure. Backpacking, river trips, primitive camping.

How to Have a Minimal Impact Visit

Sustainability

Big Bend is a fragile environment that relies on protection from all of us.

 

Prepare for your Adventure

Where to Begin?

Things To Do

Big Bend offers endless opportunities for adventure, discovery, and rejuvenation.

Visitor Guide

The Big Bend Paisano Visitor Guide

Read all about it! Get the latest issue of the official visitor's guide to Big Bend National Park.

Be Prepared!

Visitor Preparedness Video Series

Planning a trip to Big Bend? Learn how to be prepared for a safe, enjoyable, and meaningful adventure!

Plan Like A Park Ranger

Big Bend Top Ten Tips

Be prepared for summer in the desert. Remote, beautiful, and HOT.

First trip to Big Bend?

Suggested Itineraries

Big Bend has lots to explore! Use these suggested itineraries to help get the most out of your visit.

Park Facilities

Operating Hours & Seasons

Hours and seasons for Big Bend facilities

Make Safety Your Constant Companion

Safety

By giving forethought to your actions you can have a safe, exciting, and rewarding vacation in Big Bend National Park.

 

Become a Big Bend Expert

Visit Our Online Bookstore Plan A Visit: Essential Guidebooks

 

Join A Park Ranger: Guided Programs

Fun, Informative, and FREE. Discover the fascinating nature, science, history, and culture of Big Bend National Park with a ranger as your guide. Check the weekly schedules of Ranger-led programs posted throughout the park.

 

Be Sure to Stop at the Panther Junction Visitor Center

For information, orientation, exhibits, park video, maps, books, and free brochures, the Panther Junction Visitor Center at Park Headquarters is a great place to start your adventure.

 

Local Outfitters

Local outfitters offer a variety of services including shuttles, equipment rentals, guided trips and scenic flights.