Chisos: A Monochromatic Big Bend Welcome

Very few views in West Texas can compare to what a visitor sees upon entering Big Bend NP. Whatever entrance one uses to get to the park, the Chisos Mountains will dominate the scenery. The Chisos Mountains are an island … Read More

The Short Hike with Big Rewards: Exploring Santa Elena Canyon

Many photos show the Santa Elena Canyon and its massive walls as one approaches the canyon. It is, after all, an iconic site in Big Bend NP. On the other hand, the view from inside the canyon and looking out … Read More

Through a Monochrome Lens: Windows into Big Bend

For this week’s Monochrome Madness, the theme was set to Windows. The theme was set by Dawn (from The Day After). The window you see above is a natural window found in the Chimneys Trail at Big Bend National Park in … Read More

Feeling Small: The Majesty of Goat Mountain

This is Goat Mountain, and it can be seen if you take the Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive in Big Bend NP. When I captured this image in 2018, I thought those big clouds added a lot of emotion to the … Read More

Sunrise at The Window

— Sunsets at the Window in Big Bend NP are an iconic Texas image. Any visitor who comes to the park can easily see a sunset at the Chisos Mountains. All you have to do is be at the lodge … Read More

At the End of the Day

— It is improbable that you will be at Big Bend NP and have nothing to do. However, if you want to wind down a busy day you had at the park, take a drive along the Ross Maxwell Scenic … Read More

Casa Grande

— I am unsure whether those wispy clouds and the Casa Grande peak views were responsible for getting my attention. In December 2021, we visited Big Bend NP and had a lodge room in the Emory Peak section. In front … Read More

Morning at the Window

— After a two-year absence, we finally made it back to Big Bend NP in west Texas in early December. Upon arrival at the park, I was concerned whether we’d be able to see views such as the one above. … Read More

Leaving the Chisos

— After a three-year absence, we finally returned to Big Bend NP the first week in December 2021. We were able to hike some of our favorite trails while also adding new ones. As adventurous and beautiful Big Bend NP … Read More

Chisos and the Window

— Just a year ago we were at Big Bend NP celebrating our 25th anniversary. With recent heavy rains having taken place at the park, we found the park blooming in colors with all sorts of wildflowers and lush green … Read More