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A Backcountry Permit is required for all overnight backpacking in Big Bend National Park.
Overnight backpackers in the Chisos Mountains can choose from forty-two designated campsites. A backcountry permit is required. Your permit will designate your specific sites for specific nights. You may obtain a permit up to 6 months in advance via www.recreation.gov.
Campers using this campsite are required to pack out human waste using a waste disposal kit such as Restop2 or similar commercial products. These personal waste systems are widely available through online retailers, and for purchase at the park.
Hammocks are prohibited.
Bears and other animals are frequently seen in this area. Always use the bear box at campsite, and NEVER leave any food or packs unattended.
Hiked on 10/21/20-10/23/2020. We stayed in Pinnacles site 1 for the first night, the second night we hiked to the southern rim to get a glimpse of this beauty and then camped in the Colima site 1. Both campsites had bear boxes and plenty of space. Unfortunately these pictures don’t do the view justice.. you’ll have to go for yourself. Bring plenty of water!
The trail is challenging, expect to finish it in one day. The end results are worth it .. Dramatic views of the Rio Grande River, Santa Elena Canyon, numerous valleys and mountains . It’s feels as though you are on top of the world.
This is a long days hike but very worth it. We hiked the pinnacles trail first and looped back through the meadows at the end. Highly recommend starting early to avoid climbing in the heat. It was a beautiful hike with many impressive lookouts, I would recommend for any novice hiker!
Such a nice hiking trail. Very well buildt, perfect signage and well tended. Never lost track of the way, even without a map or gps. Very clean as well. But of course the best is the view. It is amazing and there so many nice spot along the way where you can enjoy the astonishing landscape all around. Highly recommended!
