There is a place in Far West Texas where night skies are dark as coal and rivers carve temple-like canyons in ancient limestone. Here, at the end of the road, hundreds of bird species take refuge in a solitary mountain range surrounded by weather-beaten desert. Tenacious cactus bloom in sublime southwestern sun, and species diversity is the best in the country. This magical place is Big Bend...
Current Alerts
- InformationBoquillas Crossing Port of Entry is open Friday-Monday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Until further notice, the Boquillas Crossing Port of Entry will be open Friday through Monday, 9:00 am through 4:00 pm. It will not change to winter hours at this time.
- InformationBig Bend is a NO DRONE Zone
The use of drones is prohibited in Big Bend National Park. Thank you for preserving the peace and tranquility of Big Bend.
- InformationBringing a Pet to Big Bend?
Bringing your pet to Big Bend National Park will limit some of your park explorations and opportunities. Pets are not allowed on park trails, in the backcountry, or on the river. Pets are allowed only where vehicles can go. Pets may not be left unattended
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Source: National Park Service.
Upcoming Events
- The Window Through Your LensMon Aug 24 2026Meet at the Sam Nail Ranch parking lot
- Celebrate America's StoryTue Aug 25 2026Meet in front of Panther Junction Visitor Center
- Monsoon MagicWed Aug 26 2026Meet in front of Panther Junction Visitor Center.
- Invasive River Cane - What's Up With That?Thu Aug 27 2026Meet at the trailhead for the Rio Grande Village Nature Trail.
- Coffee with the SuperintendentFri Aug 28 2026Chisos Basin Campground at the lower Window Trailhead
- Flat Hat ChatSat Aug 29 2026Meet in the Community Room at Panther Junction Visitor Center. Ask in the visitor center for directions.
- Big Bend: The Ultimate Underdog StorySun Aug 30 2026Meet in front of Panther Junction Visitor Center