Chisos Basin, Big Bend
The Chisos Basin, in Big Bend National Park, are the heart of the park. The high elevation “Sky Island” reaches close to 8,000’ and is visible from every other corner of this park which is twice as large as Houston. Some of the park’s best camping and hiking exist here.
Must-Do Experiences
The Window Trail is the 5-mile round trip classic with this view.
Add a half-mile your Window-trail hike to the views above, off the Oak Springs Trail. Best spot for a Sunset and hiking back by headlamp or moonlight.
The Lost Mine Trail is a very rewarding 5-mile round trip with great views. The end of the first mile is also very scenic if you’re short on time.
For a big day, hike the full South Rim with a trip up to Emory Peak via Laguna Meadows and Boot Canyon trail. Stray from a trail 100 yards to get the best Sunset in Texas.
Overnight Lodging
For Chisos Mountains Backpacking East Rim sites, South rim, Colima, and Boot Canyon are all good choices a tour of the South Rim and/or hiking Emory Peak. East Rim 4 might be the best campsite in Texas - closed in Spring.
Can’t go wrong with any choice in the Chisos Basin Campgrounds
Very popular, but check the Chisos Mountain Lodge for hotel-style accommodations.
Tons Hipcamp sites in Terlingua (New to HipCamp? Use code LoneStarParks to save $)
Food/Drink
Chisos Mountains Restaurant - “Unexpected restaurant in this beautiful park. The food was perfect after eating canned food for a few days camping. Beautiful deck to watch a sunset”
Starlight Theater Restaurant (Terlingua) - “Loved this funky old restaurant with a crazy vibe and tons of history. Get there around 4 and grab a drink and have a chat with everyone around doing the same. Get in line near the door around 445ish and have a great meal with good live tunes being played.”
Jose Falcon’s Restaurant (Boquillas, MX) - “Good food, reasonably priced, and a great view. I'd recommend everyone come over to Boquillas.” (Bring Cash for boat ride, and meals in town)
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