What are you looking for when you hike a trail?  We are always looking for great views and Big Bend National Park has many options for great trails.  If you explore these 5 trails, you will enjoy some beautiful park views.

Boquillas Canyon Trail

Best River Views

Distance:  1.4 miles

Level:  Easy

Elevation Change:  Moderate

Parking:  Parking area at end of Boquillas Canyon spur road

MORE INFO:  https://considerthewonders.com/boquillas-canyon-trail/

Grapevine Hills Trail

Best Geological Views

Distance:  2.2 miles

Level:  Easy to Moderate

Elevation Change:  Moderate

Parking:  6 miles down Grapevine Hills dirt road (it’s a bumpy ride)

MORE INFO:  https://considerthewonders.com/grapevine-hills-trail/

Chimneys Trail

Best Historical Views

Distance:  4.8 miles

Level:  Easy

Elevation Change:  Minimal

Parking:  Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive Pull-off

MORE INFO:  https://considerthewonders.com/chimneys-trail/

Santa Elena Canyon Trail

Best Canyon Views

Distance:  1.7 miles

Level:  Moderate

Elevation Change:  Moderate

Parking:  Parking lot at end of Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive

MORE INFO:  https://considerthewonders.com/santa-elena-canyon-trail/

Window Trail

Best of Everything Views

Distance:  4.4 miles

Level:  Moderate

Elevation Change:  Moderate

Parking:  Basin Campground amphitheater lot

MORE INFO:  https://considerthewonders.com/window-trail/

You can find more of the amazing trails we have hiked at https://considerthewonders.com/category/trails/

Consider the Wonders is a travel blog intended for entertainment purposes only. We are not RV, travel, or hiking experts and are not making recommendations.  These are our opinions and you should do your own research and make your own decisions.

Consider the Wonders is not affiliated with Big Bend National Park.

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