Title: Big Bend National Park Travel Guide: Best of Big Bend National Park, Texas Travel 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Big Bend National Park](https://expedia.co.uk/Big-Bend-National-Park-Hotels.d6091074.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Big Bend National Park](https://expedia.co.uk/Big-Bend-National-Park-Holiday-Rentals.d6091074.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Big Bend National Park](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Big-Bend-National-Park.d6091074.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Big Bend National Park Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Big-Bend-National-Park.d6091074.Car-Hire-Guide)[Big Bend National Park Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Big-Bend-National-Park.d6091074.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Big Bend National Park Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Photo provided by National Parks Service/Cookie Ballou](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/196000/196722-Big-Bend-National-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by National Parks Service/Cookie Ballou](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/196000/196722-Big-Bend-National-Park.jpg) ![Photo provided by National Parks Service/Cookie Ballou](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/196000/196723-Big-Bend-National-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by National Parks Service/Cookie Ballou](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/196000/196723-Big-Bend-National-Park.jpg) ![Photo provided by National Parks Service/Reine Wonite](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/196000/196729-Big-Bend-National-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by National Parks Service/Reine Wonite](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/196000/196729-Big-Bend-National-Park.jpg) ![Photo provided by National Parks Service/Reine Wonite](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/196000/196724-Big-Bend-National-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by National Parks Service/Reine Wonite](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/196000/196724-Big-Bend-National-Park.jpg) ![Photo provided by National Parks Service/Reine Wonite](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/196000/196725-Big-Bend-National-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by National Parks Service/Reine Wonite](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/196000/196725-Big-Bend-National-Park.jpg) ## Visit Big Bend National Park Things to do #### With forested mountains, vast plains, desert and a long, border-defining river, every element of this park is remarkable in its size. Hike in the desert among rocky canyons and peculiar plants at Big Bend National Park. Walk beside the gently flowing Rio Grande backed by songs of cuckoos and hummingbirds and explore the Chisos Mountains in search of deer and coyotes. Begin your trip at the Chisos Basin. Visitor centre staff will provide information and direct you toward excellent walking trails. The Window View Trail, a short, wheelchair-accessible route, offers superb views of lush flora and the surrounding peaks. Climb the more challenging 10-mile (16-kilometre) Emory Peak Path past scented pine trees to the highest point in the park. As you ascend, look for whitetail deer foraging through the leafy grounds. Head to Castolon Historic District in the park’s southwestern section. Pick up food from La Harmonia Store and relax on the shady riverbank. After lunch, set off onto the Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive leading past historic ranches and lookout points. Continue on to the park’s highlight, the awe-inspiring Santa Elena Canyon. Notice two gigantic limestone walls the left one stands in Mexico and the right is in Texas. Explore the Chihuahuan Desert. Along the nature trail, peruse a range of cactus and colourful succulent flowers before emerging next to a charming oasis. Within the park, more than 450 bird species have been sited. On the western border, visit the Rio Grande winding through the park and separating Mexico and the United States. Head westward out of the desert to a village offering shops and a campsite. Put your feet up and enjoy a well-earned rest or spot diverse wildlife that includes beavers and several species of turtle. Big Bend National Park is in southwest Texas, a 3-hour drive south of Midland. Distances between the several towns near the park are vast, so make sure you have plenty of supplies and gas. The park is open year-round and has an entry fee. For varied terrain and outdoor appreciation, [U.S. national parks](https://www.expedia.com/g/u/nationalparks) offer affordable adventure for all types of travellers. Enjoy your trip to the river, canyons, mountains and desert of Big Bend National Park. - Top hotels in Big Bend National Park - Top Holiday Rentals in Big Bend National Park ![Terlingua Ranch Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61640000/61633700/61633615/6c8f5d85_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Terlingua Ranch Lodge 16000 Terlingua Ranch Rd, Terlingua, TX £103 25 Sept - 26 Sept includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3-star lodge in Terlingua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. 8.4/10 Very Good! (474 reviews) "13 miles off the main road.If you want quiet and dark skies this is the place.Restaurant was pretty good and staff very friendly.Rooms clean and tidy." 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(876 reviews) "Very nice" Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F09%2F2025&endDate=22%2F09%2F2025&selected=999664&PinnedHotelID=999664&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6091074) ![Big Bend Station](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111710000/111703200/111703199/6ef6e9ec_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Big Bend Station 53623 Texas 118, Terlingua, TX £104 16 Sept - 17 Sept includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Terlingua. Enjoy free parking, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Big Bend Library and Many Stones are located ... 7.6/10 Good! (40 reviews) "The room was very clean and beautiful, unfortunately the bed was hard as a rock and extremely uncomfortable." Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F09%2F2025&endDate=17%2F09%2F2025&selected=111703199&PinnedHotelID=111703199&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6091074) [See all 170 properties in Big Bend National Park](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=16%2F09%2F2025&endDate=17%2F09%2F2025®ionId=6091074) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Stardust Big Bend Luxury A-Frames](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108290000/108285900/108285829/76df4585_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Stardust Big Bend Luxury A-Frames 23121 FM170, Terlingua, TX Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Terlingua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Popular attractions Big Bend Library and Starlight ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews) "The bed position was great. At night we were able to see the stars out the back window and it was amazing. Will definitely be going back some time." Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Terlingua-Hotels-Stardust-Big-Bend.h108285829.Hotel-Information) ![Terlingua Casita de Chiles Barndominium](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63910000/63902100/63902077/4fcf0748_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Terlingua Casita de Chiles Barndominium TERLINGUA, TX Stay at this apartment in Terlingua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. 9.8/10 Exceptional! (194 reviews) "If you’re looking for an off the beaten path getaway, this place is for you. It’s quite remote, but well worth the drive. The hosts are very welcoming and friendly, and they’ll show you everything you need to know when you check in. The place is clean and has good WiFi. The hot tub is exactly what ..." Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fort-Stockton-Hotels-Terlingua-Casita-De-Chiles-Barndominium.h63902077.Hotel-Information) ![Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #1 (The Bank)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45720000/45713000/45712934/b24b7570_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #1 (The Bank) Terlingua, TX Stay at this cabin in Terlingua. Enjoy free breakfast, patios and cable/satellite TV service. 9.6/10 Exceptional! (176 reviews) "Exceptional views and tranquility. We stayed at the Bank room; the room was clean and included amenities such as Wi-Fi internet service and screen TV with DirectTV service. However, no cellphone service for AT&T and T-Mobile (Verizon signal was weak and spotty at times). It was great to spend time ..." 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