A simple guide to Grapevine Hills Trail in Big Bend National Park: 2.2 miles round trip to Balanced Rock, the rough 6.5-mile dirt road, the final scramble, parking, best time and tips.
A simple guide to the Devils Hall Trail in Guadalupe Mountains National Park: 4.2-mile hike, the rocky wash, Hiker’s Staircase, difficulty, fall colors, wet-weather warnings and tips.
A simple guide to the Santa Elena Canyon Trail in Big Bend National Park: 1.6-mile hike, the Terlingua Creek crossing, the Rio Grande cliffs, directions from Terlingua, best time and safety.
Hike Emory Peak, the highest point in Big Bend National Park: 10.5 miles round trip from Chisos Basin via the Pinnacles Trail, 2,500 feet of climbing, the 25-foot summit scramble, how much water to carry, best season, permits and 2026 Chisos Basin status.
Plan the Lighthouse Trail in Palo Duro Canyon State Park, Texas: distance, map, the Lighthouse rock formation, the final scramble, summer heat closures, water rules, fees, parking, dogs and the best time to hike.
The McKittrick Canyon Trail runs into the greenest canyon in West Texas. Here’s how far it is to Pratt Cabin, the Grotto and the Notch, how hard each hike is, gate hours, fees, parking and when to catch the fall colors.
The Lost Mine Trail in Big Bend National Park climbs 1,100 feet in 2.4 miles through the cool Chisos Mountains to a ridge with views into Mexico. Here’s the route, difficulty, the tiny parking lot, best time and 2026 updates.
The Guadalupe Peak hike climbs 3,000 feet in 4.2 miles to the highest point in Texas. Here’s how hard it is, how long it takes, parking, fees, water, wind and the best time to go.