Hiking, Wildlife & Camping in Texas
PUBLISHED BY | TRAVELLINGKNOWLEDGE | 05/26/2024
December in Big Bend National Park is a spellbinding embrace of contrasting elements, an ethereal dance between winter's gentle touch and the enduring spirit of the desert.
Dec-Feb is peak camping season due to mild weather. Front-country campgrounds like Chisos Basin have amenities while backcountry sites require backpacking in supplies. E
Billions of stars shine brightly in Big Bend's dark night skies. Plan a night at the Chisos Basin amphitheater.
For multi-day remote wilderness backpacking, try trails like Marufo Vega with a steep climb rewarded by broad vistas considered the premiere backpacking trail in Big Bend traversing various ecosystems
There are endless things to explore and enjoy in magnificent Big Bend National Park during December.