Visitors to the park are welcome to bring and use personally owned livestock as long as they understand and abide by the rules and regulations governing the use of livestock. A day use permit is requ... Big Bend National Park is a birdwatcher's paradise. It is home to about 450 species of birds, more than any other national park in the United States. Visit the website for specie lists, warbles, rare birds, and Big Bend's "Most Wanted."
, TX BirdwatchingThe Rio Grande, or El Rio Bravo del Norte, borders Big Bend National Park for 118 miles. A 1978 Act created the Rio Grande Wild and Scenic River and charged the National Park Service to care for an additional 127
, TX BoatingMost campsites in Big Bend National Park are on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations. The National Park Service operates 3 campgrounds at Rio Grande Village, the Chisos Basin, and Castolon. The cost is $10.00 per night for a site.
, TX CampingVisitors to the park are welcome to bring and use personally owned livestock as long as they understand and abide by the rules and regulations governing the use of livestock. A day use permit is required for all stock use and may be obtained at any visitor center, free of charge.
, TX EquestrianBig Bend National Park is not typically considered a climbers' destination, but it offers some scenic, challenging, and wildly varied rock climbs. Over the years, park visitors have often inquired about climbing, but there is little written.
, TX RappellingThe original heart of Sanderson, the Sanderson Depot is located on historic Downie Street. The Great American Station Foundat...
Course Access: PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 3 days...
The Parker House Museum is Odessa's newest addition to the historical records of Odessa. In 1935, the Parker family moved int...
A natural area owned and managed by the Chihuahuan Desert Research Institute for scientific research and education. The facil...
A series of special signs on city streets provide guidance for do-it-yourself tour of historic sites. Historical notations da...