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Big Bend– Castolon & Santa Elena Canyon

The trip from Panther Junction to Castolon and Santa Elena Canyon highlights the geologic splendor Big Bend is famous for, and offers many scenic overlooks and exhibits along the way. Whenever we saw “Exhibit Ahead” signs I would have Juan pull … Continue reading

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Big Bend–Down to Boquillas Canyon

Panther Junction to Rio Grande Village The drive to Rio Grande Village traverses ancient limestone and has marvelous vistas across the river to the magnificent Sierra del Carmen escarpment. In twenty miles, the road descends nearly two thousand feet. There are … Continue reading

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Big Bend–Desert Mountain Vistas

Big Bend National Park Over four days we took in six different scenic drives within the park. Our routine was simple: 1) Head to the nearest gas station to fill up the van, 2) fill up our coffee mugs and eat a quick taco. 3) … Continue reading

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