Big Bend National Park
This Chihuahuan desert national park is home to over 800,000 acres of some of the most ecologically diverse landscape in the United States. With an incredible array of species of plants, amphibians, reptiles, fish, mammals, birds, and insects, as well as over 150 miles of trails and rich geologic history, there are no shortage of things to do and see here. The Chisos Mountains boast the second highest peak in Texas, (Emory) at 7,825 feet. These woodland mountains extend down onto the desert floor below and stretch to the Rio Grande River where elevations are about 1,800 feet. This creates three distinct ecosystems, each unique and ready for you to explore.