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Other desert hikes in Big Bend National Park
Other desert hikes in Big Bend National Park
Mariscal Canyon Rim Trail. Strenuous (6.6 mi / 10.7 km round-trip). Requires a high-clearance vehicle to reach the trail-head (take the Talley Road spur off of the River Road), located on the remote, extreme south-side of the park. You'll encounter very rugged terrain but with superlative views of the canyon (and likely plenty of solitude) as your reward; lots of path-finding is required.
The Mesa de Anguila. Moderate to Strenuous. Very rugged, remote, and primitive, with expansive views from the extreme southwest-side of the park. There are several possible routes and trail-heads; the most commonly used one is accessed from nearby Lajitas, behind the golf course (the resort there also offers a guided tour for guests along a section of the trail). Lots of path-finding is required; this trail is not even marked on park maps due to the potential for inexperienced hikers getting in over their heads ? see here and inquire at the park before attempting.
Outer Mountain Loop. Strenuous (30.0 mi / 48.2 km round-trip). A somewhat notorious trek for the hardcore backpacker, involving hiking through the desert up into the Chisos Basin mountains and then back down into the desert again, forming a huge loop. Trails involved include Blue Creek Canyon, parts of the South Rim trails, Juniper Canyon, and the Dodson Trail. Needless to say, it's rugged and extremely challenging ? and perhaps even impossible to hike safely in the summer. Preparation is a must; see here and inquire at the park before undertaking.
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