— Paraphrasing Davy Crockett, I wasn’t born in Texas but I got here as quickly as I could. I guess that applies to me. As long as I have lived in Texas (longer than in my home country!), Texas has … Read More

— As many times as we have been to Big Bend National Park, crossing the Pecos River bridge outside of Del Rio always leads us to a stop to marvel at this iconic Texas river. Taking this route via Highway … Read More

— Morning or afternoon hours, the views from the Lost Mine Trail are always breathtaking all the way along the trail. You can see the Window, Casa Grande as well as Juniper Canyon and the South Rim, as in this … Read More

— After a couple of years since our last visit, this past spring we spent a week in Big Bend National Park. We’ve been going to Big Bend NP since 2001, when I was first introduced to the beauty and … Read More

The Grapevine Hills Trail, in Big Bend NP, is well known for its picturesque Balanced Rock. However, no one will deny the incredible surroundings with various rocks exhibiting odd shapes and characteristics that amaze anyone. The trail is reached via … Read More

— Although this photo is over 10 years old, the magic of a sunset on the Chisos Mountains as seen from the Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive is breathtaking. The red and orangeg colors are vibrant and intense giving the Chisos … Read More

— An alluring hike is what awaits anyone who ventures into Closed Canyon in Big Bend Ranch State Park, just adjacent to Big Bend National Park. Closed Canyon is easily accessed from a parking lot at FM 170, the scenic … Read More

— As we prepare to revisit Big Bend National Park in a couple of weeks, I’m finding myself going through some old photos and trying to decide what trails I want to revisit. An easy and favorite trail of mine … Read More

— The Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive offers some of the most expansive views in Big Bend National Park. The Sotol Vista is one of my favorites. Not only is the scenery breathtaking, but you can also catch a glimpse of Santa … Read More

— One frequent destination of mine, Big Bend National Park offers remote locations and expansive views. On this particular visit back in 2009, I took my mountain bike to explore some of the park roads on two wheels. A buddy … Read More

— The first time I drove on Highway 90 coming back from Big Bend National Park, I was not able to stop at this scenic location. There was some repair being done on the bridge. Then in 2012, on another … Read More

— Although I have been to Big Bend National Park many times, certain views within the park never get old. The Window, Sotol Vista, Santa Elena Canyon, Casa Grande, and the South Rim are just a few examples. Another breathtaking … Read More