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Drive 80
Big Bend and Beyond
In southwest Texas, where the Rio Grande cradles a region of mountains and
desert, travelers will find a land as grand as a 10-gallon hat—Big Bend Country.
And one of the largest national parks in the country.
Length:
About 450 miles
When to go:
Best from late February to May, October to December
Lodging:
Big Bend National Park (three-month advance reservations required)
Supplies:
Available at Chisos Basin
Words to the wise:
Whenhiking,wearcool,ruggedclothingforprotectionfromprickly
plants and take along at least one gallon of water per person per day.
Vehicles:
On dirt roads, high-clearance vehicles are necessary to avoid large rocks.
Fuel:
Panther Junction, Rio Grande Village
Nearby attraction:
Museum of the Big Bend, Sul Ross State University, Alpine
Further information:
Texas Tourism
www.traveltex.com
Big Bend National Park
1.
Balmorhea State Park
Big Bend Country is a land of surprises, and the first one comes not long after the drive be-
gins at the intersection of I-10 and Rte. 17, about 190 miles east of El Paso. As you head
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