This drive was a perfect ending to our visit to the park, highly recommended. Only issue was that a small portion of the road was closed due to recent flood damage.
I'm not a big fan of sitting in the car for extended periods of time. I'd much rather be hiking, but this was definitely worth the ride. I recommend spending a whole day making your way down the drive, stopping for hikes and views as much as possible. Take your time and enjoy it!
This drive, and the stops and hikes along the way are what you come to Big Bend to see and do. It's 30 miles one way and takes you through the amazing range of terrain and geology. Drive, stop, look, walk, hike and enjoy.
It is nice, I can't say it is something outstanding. If you in Big Bend park sure you must do it. Plus I recommend on the way back use unpaved Old Maverick road suitable for any cars.
This is a long drive. we left the lodge and took the whole drive. it is a must if you are in big bend national park
There is so much to see along this drive. Be sure to find a map or guide that will tell you what mountains you are seeing. You can get them at the ranger stations. You can stop along the way at various locations and take some incredible photos. Lots of geology and nature. Highly recommend.
The drive takes one all the way to the Santa Elena canyon and offers some good views of the mountains in the park. We didn't spend much time at the stops, since we wanted to utilize the time hiking the canyon trail. There are some good sunrise spots as well.
Great drive and a dozen different places to stop and gaze at the beauty. Stop at the Sam Neil farm, donkey ears, and the end canyon. Also the burro pour out is a nice place too.
Around every corner and about every 5 miles the views changed. We saw different beauty on the trip back, different views and as the sun changed overhead the shadows became so spatacular!
Best to time this drive with the sun at your back. But the views are outstanding no matter when you visit. Highly recommended.