Big Bend National Park

Photography In The National Parks: Fun Fact Photography

Photography not only builds your observation skills and tells a story, but also teaches both photographer and viewer about what is framed within that composition.

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By Rebecca Latson - July 27th, 2021 7:51am

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Texas Governor's Border Wall Could Encounter Problems At Big Bend

Though it's a long way from becoming a reality, Texas Governor Greg Abbott's proposed border wall along his state's boundary with Mexico could run into a Texas-sized problem at Big Bend National Park.

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By Kurt Repanshek - June 23rd, 2021 8:33am

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National Parks Quiz And Trivia #32 – June Notables

June marks not only the beginning of summer, but is also notable for being the month in which Big Bend, Great Smoky Mountains, Biscayne, Mesa Verde, and Olympic national parks were established. Test your knowledge about these national park notables before looking at the answers at the bottom of the page.

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By Rebecca Latson - June 11th, 2021 4:00am

GAOA Funding Could Lead To A New Lodging Facility For Big Bend National Park

Big Bend National Park could see a new lodge facility built if concerns with the stability of the Chisos Mountains Lodge can't be adequately and economically repaired. Nearly $23 million in Great American Outdoors Act funding has been recommended for that project, and the park in West Texas also has $54.3 million earmarked for water systems repairs.

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By Kurt Repanshek - June 7th, 2021 2:00am

Big Bend Staff Wants Campers To Reserve Sites In Advance

Staff at Big Bend National Park don't want you to make a long drive in vain. If you're planning to camp in the park's campgrounds, reserve your site before you hit the road, they say.

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By NPT Staff - April 26th, 2021 1:45am

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National Parks Traveler Checklist: Big Bend National Park

Planning a trip to a national park or other park unit? If you are heading out to visit Big Bend National Park in Texas, this Traveler’s Checklist can provide a few helpful tips.

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By Rebecca Latson - April 15th, 2021 1:45am

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Big Bend Wildfire Leads To Evacuation Of Chisos Basin

A wildfire in the backcountry of Big Bend National Park has prompted the evacuation of the popular Chisos Basin as firefighters were challenged Sunday by warmer and and drier conditions.

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By Kurt Repanshek - April 11th, 2021 11:02am

Wildfires Burning In Theodore Roosevelt, Big Bend National Parks

Dozens of firefighters on Friday were battling flames in Big Bend and Theodore Roosevelt national parks, marking a somewhat early start to the wildfire season.

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By Kurt Repanshek - April 11th, 2021 11:24am

National Parks Quiz And Trivia #28: The Spring Wildflower Edition

Spring has sprung, so this quiz and trivia piece is about spring wildflowers you’ll see in the national parks. Dust out those mental cobwebs and test your knowledge while maybe learning something new in the process.

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By Rebecca Latson - April 9th, 2021 4:00am

National Parks Quiz And Trivia #27

Are you ready to test your knowledge and learn more about units in the National Park System? Then take a look at National Parks Quiz And Trivia #27 and see just how much you know (or think you know).

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By Rebecca Latson - March 26th, 2021 2:00am

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