From the Blog

Let’s face it, the Big Bend region of Texas is huge and everything seems to be a half-hour drive or more apart. Planning a trip there can be overwhelming taking into account what sites you intend to see, what activities you plan, where to stay, where to eat, and again, all of the miles in between. There’s also the very different nature’s of the gateway cities and towns. To help you understand what town might suit your style for an overnight stay or as a base of operations during your visit, here is a glimpse of what each one has to offer.

No visit to Big Bend National Park is complete, in my mind at least, without an early morning visit to the Hot Springs Historic District.  There is simply nothing more relaxing than soaking away any soreness from the previous day’s hike (or maybe anything else that ails you) while watching the early morning sun’s rays catch the steam rising off the water and listening to the waters of the river rushing by.  That in itself makes the trip to the spring worthwhile, but to truly appreciate everything this National Historic Site has to offer, you need to understand the story of the man who built it. 

You just can’t help but smile when you settle into the saddle for a burro ride in Big Bend National Park. Burros are a part of the historical and cultural experience, and here are a few things you need to know about riding a burro to Boquillas.