The Chisos Mountains contain some of the most rewarding day hikes in Big Bend, especially during the summer months when it is too hot to hike at lower elevations in the park. It is not uncommon to see tracks and scat of black bear, mountain lion, and gray fox along Chisos Mountains trails. Carmen Mountain white-tailed deer, rock squirrels, whiptail lizards, Spotted Towhees, Tufted Titmice, and Mexican Jays are also common in these mountains.
Boot Canyon TrailDifficulty:Strenuous; Distance 3.5 miles from the Chisos Basin Trailhead then continues 2.8 miles to the South Rim Chisos Basin Loop TrailDifficulty:Moderate; Distance 1.8 miles round trip Emory PeakDifficulty: Strenuous; Distance: 10.5 miles round trip Lost Mine TrailDifficulty: Moderate; Distance: 4.8 miles round trip South RimDifficulty:Strenuous; Distance 12-14.5 miles round trip Window TrailDifficulty: Moderate; Distance:, 5.6 miles round trip Window View TrailDifficulty: Easy; 0.3 mile round tripBegin at the Chisos Basin Trailhead This easy, paved wheelchair accessible trail circles a low hill with excellent views of the mountain peaks surrounding the Chisos Basin, and a view through the window. Benches along the trail offer a place to sit and enjoy a classic Big Bend sunset. |
Last updated: October 27, 2021